Lincoln CONTINENTAL

209 registered in New Zealand · 1942–2011 · 96% from United States

The Lincoln CONTINENTAL is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 209 registered across model years 1942 to 2011. Most are petrol-powered saloons with a 7.5L engine.

Below you'll find a complete breakdown of fuel types, body styles, drivetrain options, regional distribution, and estimated running costs. Select a specific model year to see detailed specs, buyer insights, and variant-level data for that generation of the CONTINENTAL.

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209 On NZ Roads
7.5L Engine

Fuel Types

Lincoln CONTINENTAL fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

Fleet Age Profile

How many Lincoln CONTINENTAL vehicles from each manufacture year are still registered in NZ. Taller bars mean more of that year on the road — better parts availability and more mechanics who know it.

Lincoln CONTINENTAL fleet age profile: 1973: 12, 1976: 10, 1977: 18, 1978: 12, 1979: 22.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Lincoln CONTINENTAL engine sizes: 7.5L 10%, 6.6L 9%, 7.5L 8%, 7.0L 7%, 7.0L 4%.

Imported From

Lincoln CONTINENTAL imported from: United States 96%, Not Known 2%, Canada 1%.

When They Arrived in NZ

When Lincoln CONTINENTAL vehicles were first registered in New Zealand — showing import waves and buying trends.

Lincoln CONTINENTAL NZ arrival timeline: 2021: 7, 2022: 5, 2023: 2, 2024: 4, 2025: 9.

Colours

BLACK 41 (20%)
WHITE 32 (15%)
BLUE 28 (13%)
GREEN 21 (10%)
CREAM 21 (10%)
RED 14 (7%)
SILVER 13 (6%)
GREY 10 (5%)

Colours shown are approximate representations of NZTA basic colour categories, not exact manufacturer paint codes.

Where They Are in NZ

Lincoln CONTINENTAL regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 39, CHRISTCHURCH: 23, HAMILTON: 14, TAURANGA: 9, WELLINGTON: 8.

Body Types

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1960–2020 11.5 L/100km
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1980–2026 7.3 L/100km
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5 Honda logo
Honda Accord 20,130
1978–2020 7.9 L/100km

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Lincoln CONTINENTAL are there in New Zealand?

There are 209 Lincoln CONTINENTAL vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1942 to 2011.

What body type is the Lincoln CONTINENTAL?

The Lincoln CONTINENTAL is primarily classified as a saloon in the NZTA fleet register. It is also available in other body configurations: convertible, sports car. The most common fuel type is petrol.

Are Lincoln CONTINENTAL cars imported or NZ-new?

96% of Lincoln CONTINENTAL vehicles in New Zealand originated from United States. The majority arrived as used imports, which is typical for this model. Check the import status and origin country for the specific year you're considering on the individual year pages.