Used Lincoln Continental for Sale nearFreeport, IL

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 $20,592, and over the past year that nationwide average reached a low of $18,901. 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 for its luxury-first character, with owners consistently praising its comfort, elegant styling, smooth ride, and spacious interior. The all-generations owner rating is 4.6/5 across every model year in the data.

Expert reviews also point to the Continental’s long, elegant design and its relaxed highway manners, which fit the car’s grand-touring personality. The main trade-offs center on price, option packaging, and the powertrain and transmission tuning.

21.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Lincoln Continental models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the Continental for its luxurious comfort, smooth ride, and spacious cabin, and expert feedback reinforces its relaxed, long-distance character. The model’s overall appeal is strongest when you value a calm, upscale driving experience.

• 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 on maintenance costs and the possibility of higher running expenses as the car ages.

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

Across all model years, at 74.1% 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 gives you the Continental’s flagship styling, smooth ride, and luxury-first character, making it the starting point for shoppers who want the model’s core presence.
• Reserve: This is the best-value trim, adding a richer equipment mix and the kind of upscale feel that suits buyers who want a more complete luxury experience.
• Black Label: This trim brings the most lavish interior treatment and is the right pick if you want the Continental at its most indulgent.

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, which can make it easier to compare condition, mileage, and pricing across similar cars. They also tend to be the years most buyers gravitate toward when balancing availability and value.

What is the Lincoln Continental's resale value?

The table shows broad downward movement in current pricing, which can work in your favor if you're shopping used. The larger drops on newer model years suggest more room for value-conscious buyers, while the smaller changes on older years point to steadier pricing. The 2018, 2017, 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 −4.96% versus a year ago, and the 2018 model is at −2.3%.
• Deal availability: The 2019 model has 31% good and great deals, and the 2018 model has 27%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2018 model has the most listings at a current average price of $21,148. The Lincoln Continental offers a calm, upscale ride and a spacious cabin that make it especially appealing for long-distance comfort.

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 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.