Used Lincoln Continental for Sale nearWaterloo, IA

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 $20,907, and over the past year that nationwide average price reached a low of $18,364. 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 earns strong marks from owners across the lineup for its luxurious 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 rate the 2017 model among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs center on high pricing for options, some quality concerns in the cabin materials, and a powertrain and transmission setup that can feel less polished than the rest of the car's luxury presentation.

23.0% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Lincoln Continental models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the Lincoln Continental for its comfort, smooth ride, and upscale character, and expert commentary reinforces that it delivers a relaxed, long-distance driving experience. The Continental also stands out for its elegant design and spacious cabin, which help it feel like a true flagship sedan.

• 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 that older examples may need closer attention to wear items and overall condition.

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

Across all model years, at 73.4% 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 elegant design, smooth highway ride, and available all-wheel drive; it suits you if you want the model's flagship feel without moving up the price ladder.
• Reserve: This is the best-value trim if you want a richer equipment mix, and it adds a more upscale presentation while keeping the Continental's relaxed ride and strong long-distance comfort.
• Black Label: This is the most luxurious choice, and it adds the most premium cabin treatment and the top-tier feel that best showcases the Continental's design and interior character.

What Lincoln Continental do most buyers choose?

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

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 combination.

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 biggest drop is in the newest model year, while the older years are changing by smaller amounts. That pattern gives you several entry points if you want to balance price against age and equipment.

The 2017 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 −2.43% versus a year ago, and the 2018 model is at −1.79%.
• Deal availability: The 2019 model has 29.6% good and great deals, and the 2018 model has 30.4%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2018 model has the most listings at a current average price of $21,146. The Lincoln Continental offers a spacious, elegant cabin that gives it a true flagship-sedan feel.

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 6, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.