Used Lincoln Continental for Sale near Illinois

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 $20,696, and over the past year that average reached a low of $18,705. Recently, prices have come down for the 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 is a strong pick if you want a luxury sedan with comfort, elegant styling, and a smooth, easygoing driving experience. The all-generations owner rating is 4.6/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Continental for its luxurious comfort, smooth ride, spacious cabin, and stylish design. Expert impressions reinforce that appeal with a long, elegant look, a refined interior, and a relaxed highway character that suits long-distance driving.

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

The main trade-offs center on pricing, option packaging, and the powertrain and transmission tuning, which can make the Continental feel less polished than its luxury rivals in everyday use.

28.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Lincoln Continental models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the Lincoln Continental as a comfortable, stylish luxury sedan with a smooth ride and a spacious interior. Expert impressions also point to a refined, long-distance-friendly character and a cabin that feels distinctly upscale.

• Owners rate the Lincoln Continental between 4.6 and 4.8 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, that combination points to a car that can be rewarding to own, though long-term costs and condition checks still matter because luxury features and age can affect ownership experience.

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

Across all model years, at 65.3% 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 base 3.7-liter V6 brings 305 horsepower, and this is the best-value starting point if you want the Continental’s core luxury, smooth ride, and elegant design at the lowest entry price.
• Reserve: This trim adds a more upscale equipment mix and is the right step if you want a richer feature set and a more premium feel.
• Black Label: This trim adds the most luxurious treatment, including the top interior presentation and the most upscale overall experience.

What Lincoln Continental do most buyers choose?

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

Higher-listing years usually draw more shopper attention because they give you more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right price, color, and equipment mix.

What is the Lincoln Continental's resale value?

Most model years are moving lower year over year, which can work in your favor if you want a used Continental at a more approachable price. One year is essentially flat, while the others show declines that create more room for value-focused shoppers.

The 2018 model year is holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2018, 2017, and 2020 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 −8.39% versus a year ago, and the 2017 model is at −2.62%.
• Deal availability: The 2019 model has 31.5% good and great deals, and the 2017 model has 31.6%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2018 model has the most listings at a current average price of $20,323. The Lincoln Continental offers a calm, upscale cabin and a relaxed long-distance driving character that make it especially appealing as a used luxury sedan.

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

How does the 2017 Lincoln Continental compare to the 2017 Cadillac CT6?

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.