Used Lincoln Continental for SaleNationwide

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 $20,764, and its lowest point over the past year was $18,048. Recently, prices have come down for the 2017 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 choice if you want a luxury sedan with comfort, 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 luxurious comfort, spacious cabin, and refined ride quality. Styling and long-distance ease also come up often as standout strengths, with many shoppers appreciating the car’s classic luxury character and relaxed driving feel.

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

The main trade-offs center on pricing, equipment value, and powertrain refinement, with expert feedback also pointing to transmission behavior and the cost of options. 28.5% 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 strong everyday appeal. Expert feedback also reinforces its long-distance composure and luxury character.

• 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, long-term ownership risk is worth weighing against the car’s luxury appeal, especially if you want to keep maintenance and repair costs in check over time.

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

Across all model years, at 60.2% 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 a 19-speaker Revel Ultima stereo

Which Lincoln Continental trim should I buy?

The 2017 Lincoln Continental offers these trims:

• Continental: The base 3.7-liter V6 brings 305 horsepower, standard front-wheel drive, and the Continental’s smooth, relaxed character. It suits you if you want the core luxury experience and the best-value starting point.
• Reserve: This trim adds the three-way adaptive dampers, which are a standout feature for ride comfort and control. It’s the best-value choice if you want the Continental’s most defining driving trait.
• Black Label: This trim brings the top interior treatment, with the richest cabin presentation and the most upscale feel. It suits you if you want the most luxurious version of the Continental.

What Lincoln Continental do most buyers choose?

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

The highest-volume years tend to attract more shoppers because they offer more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right price and condition. They also usually give you a broader mix of trims and equipment levels to choose from.

What is the Lincoln Continental's resale value?

The Continental’s year-over-year pricing shows a mixed picture. One recent model year has dropped sharply, another is essentially flat, and another has moved up, so used shoppers can still find value depending on the year they target. The biggest price movement favors buyers looking for a more recent model at a lower entry point.

The 2017 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 2017 model is at −0.42% versus a year ago.
• Deal availability: The 2017 model has 29.8% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2018 model has the most listings at a current average price of $20,987. The Lincoln Continental offers a spacious, elegant cabin with a smooth, relaxed ride that suits long-distance driving.

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 3, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.