1996 Lincoln Continental

$10,500
from
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listings
$11K–$11K
price range
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High$10,500
From$10,500
Avg Mileage75,000 mi
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1996 Lincoln Continental Trims

All Trims Combined
From$10,500
$11K–$11K
1 listings75,000 avg miles
Black Label
From$16,750
12 listings|$17K–$36K
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From$6,700
15 listings|$7K–$21K
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From$6,975
98 listings|$7K–$36K
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From$8,500
61 listings|$9K–$31K

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Lincoln Continental Safety & Reliability

High Concern

The 1996 Lincoln Continental's high safety profile includes 2 recall campaigns and 59 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

2
Recalls
59
Complaints
3
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
96V1760001996-18-09
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION PARK PAWL SHAFT MAY NOT BE FREE TO ROTATE AS INTENDED. IF THE PARK PAWL SHAFT DOES NOT ROTATE, IT WOULD PREVENT THE PARK PAWL FROM ENGAGING THE PARK GEAR WHEN THE SHIFT LEVER IS IN THE PARK POSITION.

THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN THE VEHICLE ROLLING AS IF IN NEUTRAL WITH THE SHIFT LEVER IN THE PARK POSITION.

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96V0090001996-23-01
EXTERIOR LIGHTING

A DEFECTIVE CONTROL MODULE IN THE "AUTOLAMP" SYSTEM CAN MALFUNCTION. IF THE "AUTOLAMP" SYSTEM IS BEING USED TO ACTIVATE THE EXTERIOR LIGHT (INCLUDING HEADLAMPS), THE HEADLAMPS COULD SHUT OFF WITHOUT WARNING. THIS WILL NOT OCCUR IF THE EXTERIOR LIGHTING IS TURNED ON MANUALLY BY THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH.

IF THE HEADLAMPS SHUT OFF WHILE THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN, DRIVER VISIBILITY WOULD BE IMPAIRED INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 1996 Lincoln Continental has accumulated 59 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with suspension leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Suspension11
02Power Train7
03Visibility6
04Steering6
05Vehicle Speed Control3
59 total across 1 model years (1996–1996)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Lincoln Continental Fuel Economy

18mpg combined
·
15city
·
23hwy
·
$3,200/yr

At 18 MPG combined, the 1996 Lincoln Continental delivers consistent fuel economy. Budget accordingly.

Continental - Automatic 4-spd
18mpg
4.6L 8-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
15 city23 hwy~$3,200/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 1996 Lincoln Continental

37States

If you're near Illinois, you're in luck: 7% of listings are there. But with 37 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 1996.

1996 Lincoln Continental Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 1996 Lincoln Continental a good car to buy?

The 1996 Lincoln Continental has 2 recalls on record. There are 2 recalls on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is suspension, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 1996 Lincoln Continental?

NHTSA shows 2 recall campaigns for the 1996 Lincoln Continental. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 1996 Lincoln Continental?

The 1996 Lincoln Continental delivers 18 MPG combined per EPA testing. The fuel economy breakdown has city and highway numbers.

What are common problems with the 1996 Lincoln Continental?

SUSPENSION is the number-one complaint area for the 1996 Lincoln Continental, based on 59 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 1996 compare to other Lincoln Continental years?

The 1996 sits at a specific point in the Lincoln Continental lifecycle. The model overview compares all years side by side.

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