Brand Guide
How to sell a Lincoln
The full playbook for selling a Lincoln for top dollar without dealer trade-in haircuts, auction wait times, or transaction friction.
Why sellers come to us for Lincoln
Continental Black Label Coach Door Edition, Navigator Black Label Yacht Club, and select MKX Black Label. Owners come to us when they want certainty and speed without giving up the meaningful price spread that dealer trade-ins demand. Our offers on Lincoln cars typically come in 8 to 18 percent below current retail, which is 15 to 30 percent above what Lincoln franchise dealers offer on trade-in.
What we look for in a Lincoln
Every Lincoln we underwrite goes through the same checks:
- VIN verification. The 17-character VIN is required at submission. We check NHTSA records, title history through NMVTIS, accident and damage history, and manufacturer service records where Lincoln provides VIN-tied data (Ferrari Classiche, Porsche Heritage, Mercedes-Benz Classic Center, Aston Martin Heritage, etc.).
- Title status. Clean title in the seller's name (or seller listed as a registered owner). Active liens are fine and handled at closing.
- Service records. Complete Lincoln dealership history strongly preferred. Independent specialist records also accepted.
- Configuration documentation. Original window sticker, build sheet, factory configurator output. Bespoke commissions (factory-specified options) add value when documented.
- Mileage and condition. Documented mileage with service records. Condition photographs at the exterior, interior, engine, and undercarriage.
Current Lincoln models we acquire
We are actively buying these Lincoln models. Click any model to see specific market notes, current value bands, and a direct path to an offer.
- Continental Coach Door 80th 2019-2020 · ~$135K average
- Navigator Black Label / Yacht Club 2018-present · ~$115K average
The Lincoln pricing approach
We price Lincoln cars against three reference points: the current Hagerty Price Guide value for your year and condition tier, recent comparable sales from Bring a Trailer and the major auction houses (RM Sotheby's, Gooding Christie's, Mecum), and our own wholesale and retail channel observations.
From the reconciled retail number, we adjust for mileage band, condition rating, modifications, accident history, color and option desirability, and provenance. The result is a firm dollar amount with documented basis. We will share the comparables we used if you want to see them.
Title and documentation specific to Lincoln
Lincoln cars are titled the same as any other vehicle from a DMV perspective, but the secondary market expects specific documentation:
- Original sales invoice or Monroney window sticker (modern cars)
- Complete dealership service history (essential for warranty and resale)
- Any manufacturer authenticity or heritage program certification
- Original keys (typically two), key fobs, and tool kits
- Owner's manual, navigation cards, and any factory leather portfolio
Missing documentation does not disqualify a Lincoln from acquisition, but it does reduce the resale ceiling, which reduces the offer we can extend. Bring what you have.
Common questions Lincoln owners ask
Do you buy my Lincoln directly?
Fast Auto Exit is not a dealer or buyer. We are a match-making service. Your Lincoln goes into our private buyer network under NDA. Interested buyers identify themselves and signal target prices. You choose who to engage. The actual sale is between you and the buyer.
Do buyers in your network buy cars with active liens?
We can flag your lien situation to buyers up front. Buyers in our network who routinely handle financed cars will see the disclosure. The lien payoff and balance wire are handled by the buyer directly, the same way a private party transaction would handle them.
Who handles the title transfer in your state?
We are not part of the title transfer. You sign the title to the buyer per your state DMV rules. The buyer files for new title in their state.
What is the commission for matching my Lincoln Lincoln?
Commission is invoiced separately to seller and buyer at closing. We document everything in writing before any introduction: the amount, who pays what portion, and the time window the commission applies. There are no hidden fees, listing charges, or contingencies beyond what the signed disclosure documents.
Why use you instead of trading my Lincoln at a Lincoln dealer?
Convenience is the only reason to take a dealer trade-in. If you have 7 to 14 days and a willingness to engage with a qualified buyer, our match-making typically delivers materially more money in your pocket.
Who pays for transport from your city?
Transport is the buyer's responsibility. After we facilitate the match, the buyer arranges and pays for enclosed transport (or any other method they prefer) directly with their chosen carrier. Sellers do not pay transport. Fast Auto Exit does not coordinate or pay for transport because we are not a counterparty to the sale.
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Submit your Lincoln and we will respond with a firm written offer within 24 hours.