In recent months, we’ve begun seeing more and more modern vehicles with lower miles surface for sale at collector car auctions – models that weren’t limited in terms of production, nor are they sporty or exotic machines, either. In fact, quite a few early Lincoln Navigator SUVs have popped up for sale as of late, signaling that we may be looking at the next hot collectible vehicle. Now, this 2006 Lincoln Navigator is aiming to test that theory yet again.
This 2006 Lincoln Navigator is currently up for auction at Bring a Trailer with a reasonable 55k miles on the clock, and it looks to be in great shape, too. It’s finished in Cashmere Tri-Coat Metallic paint with a gray lower cladding joining features including a sunroof, roof rails, running boards, and fog lights. The large and luxurious SUV rolls on a set of 18-inch seven-spoke wheels, which in this case are wrapped with Ironman tires.
Inside the cabin, one will find tidy beige leather seating with heated and ventilated power-adjustable front units, plus second-row captain’s chairs and a third-row bench. There are plenty of amenities to be found as well, including a CD stereo system, automatic climate control, and cruise control.
Pop the hood, and one will find the naturally-aspirated Ford 5.4L V8, which in this guise was factory rated to produce 300 horsepower and 365 pound-feet of torque. It’s mated to a six-speed automatic transmission, sending power to either the rear or all four wheels. Braking duties are handled by four-wheel anti-lock discs, and the SUV rides on an adjustable air suspension, too.
Along with this rather nice Lincoln Navigator, we’ve spotted a few other notable examples from this era recently – a list that includes a 2002 Navigator with 15k miles on the clock when it surfaced for sale originally, as well as a 2005 with 57k miles.
Not much of a looker, but it runs and drives.
The previous owner sunk $310k into the build.
Bronco and Bronco Sport moved more than 39K units.
With an estimated 400 miles of range and a $60k price tag.
A key cost savings measure for the automaker.
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I don't think it's collectors buying these '90s and 2000's vehicles, I think its people like me looking for relatively modern, safe and dependable transportation without all the gimmicks, bells and whistles of a 2025 model that no one can fix. This Lincoln has much of the basic safety gear of a modern vehicle without the self-driving, automated braking gimmicks that inevitably cause problems. Plus, no turbo's, 10-speed transmissions or variable displacement that add to maintenance and inflate repair costs. With routine maintenance that 5.4L will go 250k or more. This Lincoln will probably sell for about 15k, less than any new car and way more safe, comfortable and reliable as well.
I agree 100% I would take this in a heartbeat!!