Used Lincoln Continental for Sale nearItaly, TX

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 $20,653, and its lowest point over the past year was $18,951.

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 luxurious, comfortable sedan with elegant styling and a smooth ride.

The all-generations owner rating is 4.6/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Continental for its plush comfort, spacious cabin, and refined road manners. The model also earns recurring praise for its stylish design and strong performance, especially on longer drives.

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

The main trade-offs center on high ownership costs, a transmission that can feel less polished under load, and some technology and equipment choices that feel expensive for the price.

22.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Lincoln Continental models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the Continental as a comfortable, upscale sedan with a smooth ride and a spacious interior. Expert commentary also reinforces its long-distance comfort and composed highway character.

• 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 age-related wear, so a careful inspection and service-history review matter.

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

Across all model years, at 72.6% 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 core luxury-sedan character, including the smooth ride and upscale design 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 richly equipped feel and the kind of upscale presentation that makes the Continental feel especially special.
• Black Label: This trim brings the most luxurious cabin treatment, and it suits you 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-listing years usually give you more shopping choice, which can make it easier to compare prices, conditions, and deal quality. They also tend to be the years most shoppers gravitate toward because inventory depth improves your odds of finding the right configuration.

What is the Lincoln Continental's resale value?

Most recent Continental model years are moving lower year over year, which can work in your favor if you want a newer luxury sedan at a softer price. One model year is essentially flat, while the oldest year in the table shows a small increase.

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

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 −4.75% versus a year ago, and the 2018 model is at −0.48%.
• Deal availability: The 2019 model has 28.7% good and great deals, and the 2018 model has 29.7%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2018 model has the most listings at a current average price of $21,022. The Lincoln Continental offers a spacious, elegant 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 October 20, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.