Used Lincoln Continental for Sale nearAnchorage, AK

How much does the Lincoln Continental cost in today's market?

Used Lincoln Continental prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Lincoln Continental's current nationwide average price is $20,763, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $18,604 over the past year.

Recently, prices have come down for the 2018, 2019, and 2020 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Lincoln Continental a good car?

Yes — the Lincoln Continental stands out as a luxury sedan that owners consistently praise for comfort, elegant styling, and a smooth ride. The all-generations owner rating is 4.6/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners repeatedly highlight the Continental's luxurious comfort, spacious cabin, and easy long-distance driving character. The model also earns praise for its stylish design and strong performance, with several years drawing especially positive feedback for ride quality and overall refinement.

Expert reviews rate the 2017 model among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs center on high ownership costs, trunk space, and some technology and powertrain frustrations in the expert-tested year.

23.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Lincoln Continental models reliable?

Owners consistently rate the Continental highly for comfort, smooth ride quality, and upscale character, and expert commentary reinforces its long-haul refinement and composed road manners. Across the lineup, you also see strong praise for the spacious interior and luxury-first feel.

• Owners rate the Lincoln Continental between 4.57 and 4.83 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk centers more on maintenance costs and age-related wear than on the core appeal of the car itself.

What should I look for when buying a used Lincoln Continental?

Across all model years, at 73% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Technology Package with lane-keep assist, auto braking, pedestrian detection, automatic parallel and perpendicular parking, a head-up display, and adaptive cruise control
• Infotainment: Sync 3 with voice control and navigation

Which Lincoln Continental trim should I buy?

The 2017 Lincoln Continental offers these trims:

• Continental: The entry version centers on the Continental's flagship luxury character, with the smooth ride, elegant styling, and spacious cabin that define the model. It suits you if you want the Continental experience at the most accessible starting point.
• Reserve: This is the best-value trim, adding a more upscale equipment mix and the kind of premium feel that makes the Continental especially appealing for long-distance comfort.
• Black Label: This trim brings the most luxurious interior treatment, and it suits you if you want the richest cabin presentation and the most distinctive upscale atmosphere.

What Lincoln Continental do most buyers choose?

The Lincoln Continental years with the most listings are 2018, 2017, and 2019.

Higher-volume years usually give you more shopping choice, more price comparison opportunities, and a better chance of finding the color, mileage, and equipment mix you want.

What is the Lincoln Continental's resale value?

Prices are moving lower across every model year shown, which can work in your favor if you're shopping used. The newest examples show the sharpest drop, while the older years have changed more gradually.

The 2017, 2018, and 2019 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Lincoln Continental safe?

• 2017: 8/10

For the safest used buy, the 2017 model posts the highest confirmed score of 8/10.

Should I buy a used Lincoln Continental now?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2019 model is at −3.23% versus a year ago, and the 2018 model is at −2.85%.
• Deal availability: The 2019 model has 31.6% good and great deals, and the 2018 model has 30.6%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2018 model has the most listings at a current average price of $21,211. The Lincoln Continental offers a refined, spacious cabin that makes it especially appealing for comfortable everyday driving and long trips.

If you're buying used today, the 2018 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 29, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.