Trim Report

Lincoln Continental Select1996

Includes:CONT|Select
$8,500
Starting From
61
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 61 active dealer listings as of

Min $8,500
Max $31,064
From $8,500
Fresh

Select Market Overview

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

1996 Lincoln Continental Select Pricing

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Where to Find Lincoln Continental Select

Location data for all 1996 Lincoln Continental trims combined

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.

Lincoln Continental Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 1996 Lincoln Continental trims

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.

View at NHTSA
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.

View at NHTSA

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
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Lincoln Continental Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 1996 Lincoln Continental trims

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)

1996 Lincoln Continental Select FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the Select compare to other Lincoln Continental trims?

Every Lincoln Continental trim targets a different buyer. The 1996 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 1996 Lincoln Continental Select?

Maintenance costs for the Select align with the broader Lincoln Continental ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 1996 model year has 2 recalls on record. The most-reported issue area is suspension. Check the 1996 Lincoln Continental page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Lincoln Continental Select?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Lincoln Continental Select year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Lincoln Continental overview compares all years side by side.

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