1999 Lincoln Continental Speaker Sizes
The 1999 Lincoln Continental factory audio system features specific mounting locations for various audio components. Front door panels accommodate 6.5 inch speakers, rear door panels support 6x8 inch units, the rear deck lid accepts 6x9 inch units, and the rear deck lid also accepts an 8 inch speaker size. Compatible speaker types for audio replacement or upgrade projects include midbass, full-range, and woofer units.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Deck Lid | 8 | Woofer |
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| Rear Deck Lid | 6x9 | Full-Range |
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| Rear Door Panel | 6x8 | Full-Range |
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1999 Lincoln Continental Speaker Replacement Summary
4
total positions
4
easy to replace
1
high priority
0
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 4 Medium: 0 High: 0Replacement priority:
High: 1 Medium: 3 Low: 01999 Lincoln Continental Radio Slot Size (DIN)
| DIN Type | Size (inch) | Size (mm) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single DIN or Double DIN | 7"×2" or 7"×4" | 180×50 or 180×100 | Vehicle supports both radio sizes |
- Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
- Check slot depth - it may vary
Additional Notes
- The 1999 Lincoln Continental features a factory audio system with speakers distributed across multiple locations, including front door panels, rear door panels, and dual rear deck lid positions that accommodate different speaker configurations.
- Front door panel locations in this vehicle accept 6.5 inch speakers, which can be replaced with either midbass drivers for focused mid-frequency reproduction or full-range units that handle a broader frequency spectrum without requiring additional tweeters.
- Rear door panels utilize 6x8 inch speakers designated for full-range operation, suggesting these positions handle mid and high frequencies for rear seat passengers without dedicated woofer support in those specific locations.
- The rear deck lid contains two distinct speaker positions: 6x9 inch full-range speakers and separate 8 inch woofers, indicating a factory configuration that splits bass duties between dedicated low-frequency drivers and broader-range units.
- Upgrading the front door speakers might take priority for many owners, as these positions typically provide the primary soundstage and imaging for the driver, with midbass or full-range options offering different approaches to frequency coverage.
- The dual rear deck configuration in the 1999 Lincoln Continental suggests the factory system attempted to balance bass output through dedicated 8 inch woofers while maintaining full-range coverage through the 6x9 inch speakers in the same general area.
- Full-range speaker compatibility across most positions indicates replacement options that handle multiple frequency ranges within single units, potentially simplifying upgrades compared to component systems requiring separate crossovers and tweeters.
- The radio opening accepts both single DIN and double DIN head units, providing flexibility for aftermarket stereo installations that might drive replacement speakers with greater power or enhanced signal processing capabilities.
- Sound improvement potential exists through replacing factory speakers with aftermarket units that typically offer higher power handling, better frequency response, and improved materials in voice coils, cones, and surrounds compared to original equipment.