1997 Lincoln Continental Performance Engines
Keep Your 1997 Lincoln Continental in Top Shape with Quality Performance Engines
Whether you’re repairing or upgrading your Performance Engine, using high-quality parts is key to keeping your 1997 Lincoln Continental looking sharp and performing at its best. At Advance Auto Parts we carry a wide selection of dependable options, including Performance Engine Valve Springs, Performance Engine Valve Spring Retainer, and Performance Engine Camshafts. Whether you’re replacing a damaged part or enhancing your truck’s style and protection, you’ll find exactly what you need to get the job done right.
Competitive Prices and Extensive Inventory
The average price for a 1997 Lincoln Continental Performance Engine at Advance Auto Parts is around $1,881.61, with a range that starts at $10.99 and goes up to $2,367.00. With 13 options in stock from one trusted brand, finding the right fit is easy. Popular picks like 16 Springs, 32 Springs, and XE-R 226/224 MOD4V start at just $309.99 and offer a great balance of form and function.
Explore Related Parts
While you’re upgrading or replacing your Performance Engine, don’t forget to check out other key components like Performance Air Filters and Programmers. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re here to help you keep your 1997 Lincoln Continental in peak condition, inside and out.
Find Your Specific 1997 Lincoln Continental Performance Engines
Looking for the perfect Performance Engine for your 1997 Lincoln Continental? You’re in the right place. Below, you’ll find links to various types of Performance Engines that fit your vehicle. At Advance Auto Parts, we offer only the highest quality OEM and aftermarket Performance Engines, ensuring durability and a precise fit for your Lincoln Continental. Whether you’re driving a 1997 model or another popular model year like
1980,
1982,
1983,
1984,
1985,
1986,
1987,
1988, and
1989, we’ve got you covered. Purchasing Performance Engines from Advance Auto Parts is a smart choice, giving you access to trusted brands and parts built to perform. Below, you’ll find links to various types of Performance Engines that fit your vehicle.
Essential 1997 Lincoln Continental Performance Engines
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 218/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.32-242-4)
from
$287.99
Featuring a quicker valve opening, the Xtreme Energy camshaft profile provides increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve than older, slower grinds. Designed to increase performance without sacrificing driveability and creature comforts,
Product Features:
See More
Product Features:
- Excellent performance in street carbureted applications.
- More vacuum allows an increase in duration for improved performance and assists power brakes.
- Quicker opening lobe profiles deliver increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve.
- Best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, headers, lower gear ratios etc.
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 230/236 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.32-246-4)
from
$287.99
Featuring a quicker valve opening, the Xtreme Energy camshaft profile provides increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve than older, slower grinds. Designed to increase performance without sacrificing driveability and creature comforts,
Product Features:
See More
Product Features:
- Excellent performance in street carbureted applications.
- More vacuum allows an increase in duration for improved performance and assists power brakes.
- Quicker opening lobe profiles deliver increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve.
- Best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, headers, lower gear ratios etc.
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 230/236 Hydraulic Roller Cam (Part No.34-432-9)
from
$531.99
Featuring a quicker valve opening, the Xtreme Energy camshaft profile provides increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve than older, slower grinds. Designed to increase performance without sacrificing driveability and creature comforts,
Product Features:
See More
Product Features:
- Excellent performance in street carbureted applications.
- More vacuum allows an increase in duration for improved performance and assists power brakes.
- Quicker opening lobe profiles deliver increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve.
- Best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, headers, lower gear ratios etc.
Competition Cams – High Energy 212/212 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.35-216-3)
from
$268.99
Ideal for use with mainly stock components like rocker arms, intake manifolds, cylinder heads, compression ratio, torque converters and rear gear ratios, the High Energy camshaft grind family is a great choice for street performance applications.
Product Features:
See More
Product Features:
- Good blend of efficiency and performance.
- Perfect choice for performance street rebuilds.
- Work well with mainly stock components such as rockers, manifolds, heads, compression, torque converters and gears.
Competition Cams – Magnum 244/244 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-330-3)
from
$267.99
An older member of the COMP Cams grind family, the Magnum series of camshafts offers excellent performance gains over stock without the added wear and tear associated with more aggressive camshafts.
Product Features:
See More
Product Features:
- Best with aftermarket torque converters and 9.5:1 compression.
- Great high RPM power.
- Easy on valve train parts.
- Can be used with mild ratio rocker arms and traditional performance valve springs.
Competition Cams – Mutha’ Thumpr 235/249 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.35-601-4)
from
$350.99
HYDRAULIC – Mutha’ Thumpr Retro-Fit: High performance street/strip, needs 9:1 compression, 2500+ stall, intake, gears and headers, rough idle.
Product Features:
See More
Product Features:
- HYDRAULIC – Mutha’ Thumpr Retro-Fit: High performance street/strip, needs 9:1 compression, 2500+ stall, intake, gears and headers, rough idle.
- 287/304 Advertised Duration, 235/249 Duration @ .050″, .501″/.486″ Lift, 107 Lobe Separation
- Valve spring upgrade required
Competition Cams – High Energy 212/212 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.32-219-3)
from
$350.99
Ideal for use with mainly stock components like rocker arms, intake manifolds, cylinder heads, compression ratio, torque converters and rear gear ratios, the High Energy camshaft grind family is a great choice for street performance applications.
Product Features:
See More
Product Features:
- Good blend of efficiency and performance.
- Perfect choice for performance street rebuilds.
- Work well with mainly stock components such as rockers, manifolds, heads, compression, torque converters and gears.
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 212/218 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.31-234-3)
from
$267.99
HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy: Strong torque thru low end and mid-range, good idle.
Product Features:
See More
Product Features:
- HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy: Strong torque thru low end and mid-range, good idle.
- 256/268 Advertised Duration, 212/218 Duration @ .050″, .477″/.484″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
- Valve spring upgrade required
- 289-302 Firing Order
Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 206/212 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.35-230-3)
from
$268.99
Featuring a quicker valve opening, the Xtreme Energy camshaft profile provides increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve than older, slower grinds. Designed to increase performance without sacrificing driveability and creature comforts,
Product Features:
See More
Product Features:
- Excellent performance in street carbureted applications.
- More vacuum allows an increase in duration for improved performance and assists power brakes.
- Quicker opening lobe profiles deliver increased responsiveness and more area under the lift curve.
- Best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, headers, lower gear ratios etc.
Edelbrock – Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16) (Part No.9733)
from
$141.99
Product Features:
See More
- Use W/ Valve Springs Part #5722, 5796
- Set of 16
- 1.50 in. Outside Diameter
- Steel Material
- Black Oxide Finish
Edelbrock – Performer Series Retainer (Qty 16) (Part No.9724)
from
$106.99
Product Features:
See More
- Use W/ Valve Springs Part #5822, 5882, 5896, 5872, 5867, 5812, 5857
- Set of 16
- 1.50 in. Outside Diameter
- Steel Material
- Black Oxide Finish
Popular 1997 Lincoln Continental Performance Engines Categories
Most Popular Performance Engine Valve Springs for 1997 Lincoln Continentals
Enhance your 1997 Lincoln Continental with one of the 2 Performance Engine Valve Springs we have in stock, starting at just $309.99.
Competition Cams – 32 Springs (Part No.26123-32)
from
$933.99
32 Springs
Competition Cams – 16 Springs (Part No.26123-16)
from
$309.99
16 Springs
Best-Selling 1997 Lincoln Continental Performance Engine Valve Spring Retainer
Upgrade your Continental with our best-selling Performance Engine Valve Spring Retainer.
Competition Cams – Steel Retainer for Ford 4.6 4 Valve with 26123 Beehive Springs (Part No.799-1)
from
$10.99
Steel Retainer for Ford 4.6 4 Valve with 26123 Beehive Springs
Top-Quality Performance Engine Camshafts for 1997 Lincoln Continentals
Choose a high-quality OEM or aftermarket Performance Engine Camshaft for Lincoln Continentals and enjoy top-notch performance from $2,135.00.
Competition Cams – XERSC 222/224 FORD4V (Part No.106260)
from
$2367.00
XERSC 222/224 FORD4V
Competition Cams – XE-R 226/224 MOD4V (Part No.106300)
from
$2367.00
XE-R 226/224 MOD4V
Competition Cams – XRPM 218/218MOD4V (Part No.106060)
from
$2367.00
XRPM 218/218MOD4V
Competition Cams – XERSC 238/240 FORD4V (Part No.106460)
from
$2367.00
XERSC 238/240 FORD4V
Competition Cams – XE-R 242/240 MOD4V (Part No.106500)
from
$2367.00
XE-R 242/240 MOD4V
Competition Cams – XRPM 234/230MOD4V (Part No.106200)
from
$2367.00
XRPM 234/230MOD4V
Competition Cams – XERSC 230/232 FORD4V (Part No.106360)
from
$2367.00
XERSC 230/232 FORD4V
Competition Cams – XRPM 230/230MOD4V (Part No.106160)
from
$2367.00
XRPM 230/230MOD4V
Competition Cams – XE-R 234/232 MOD4V (Part No.106400)
from
$2135.00
XE-R 234/232 MOD4V
Competition Cams – XRPM 226/222MOD4V (Part No.106100)
from
$2135.00
XRPM 226/222MOD4V
FAQs for 1997 Lincoln Continental Performance Engines
What are the best-selling Performance Engines for 1997 Lincoln Continentals?
Out of 13 Performance Engines that fit 1997 Lincoln Continentals, the following parts are the top sellers:
- 16 Springs (50288668) – $309.99
- 32 Springs (50288663) – $933.99
- XE-R 226/224 MOD4V (50272278) – $2,367.00
What’s the price range for 1997 Lincoln Continental Performance Engines?
The prices of Performance Engines for the 1997 Lincoln Continental range from $10.99 up to $2,367.00 for the most premium parts.
What is the average price of a Performance Engine for a 1997 Lincoln Continental?
The average price for Performance Engines for the 1997 Lincoln Continental is $1,881.61. Keep in mind the variety of part types within our Performance Engine category, where you are likely to find a wide range of prices across a variety of parts and components.
Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Engines for other Lincoln Continental model years?
What are the cheapest Performance Engines for my 1997 Lincoln Continental?
The cheapest 1997 Lincoln Continental Performance Engines we carry are:
- Steel Retainer for Ford 4.6 4 Valve with 26123 Beehive Springs (50289511) – $10.99
- 16 Springs (50288668) – $309.99
- 32 Springs (50288663) – $933.99
- XE-R 234/232 MOD4V (50272148) – $2,135.00
- XRPM 226/222MOD4V (50272286) – $2,135.00
Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Engines for any other 1997 Lincoln models?
Yes. We stock Performance Engines for 1 other popular 1997 Lincoln models. Some of the most popular are 1997 Town Car Performance Engines and 1997 Mark VIII Performance Engines.
What types of Performance Engines do you sell for my 1997 Lincoln Continental?
As of 3/1/26, these are some of the most in-demand types of Performance Engines for a 1997 Lincoln Continental:
Can I get help with 1997 Lincoln Continental Performance Engine orders?
Contact our customer support team by chat or phone, through the help desk page, where you can find instant answers about Lincoln Performance Engines and more.
What is your return policy for Lincoln Continental Performance Engines?
Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new Lincoln Continental Performance Engines and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.