1950 FORD MONARCH 2 DOOR COUPE. Paint Quality Original Paint. For 1978, the engine lineup was carryover; for 1979, the 400 was discontinued. In the United States, the Ford Cougar was built in both left and right-hand drive, with the latter allowing for its sale in the UK and Australia. offered since early-year 1991 for North America U.S.", "Auto Literature, Car Sales Brochures & Catalogs", "Cool Cat: The History of the Mercury Cougar", "1976 Mercury Marquis Cougar Montego Brochure", "Cool Cats, Celebrating The 198388 Mercury Cougar", "Aero Cats, Celebrating The 198997 Mercury Cougar", "99-02 Mercury Cougar production numbers", 1967 Trans-Am Scores at www.trans-amseries.com, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Mercury_Cougar&oldid=1137490966, Special Edition (2000 model year) available in Zinc Yellow, leather interior with yellow stitching on the seats. The third-generation Cougar uses the rear-wheel drive chassis used by the Mercury Montego and Ford Torino intermediates. For the 1987 model year, Mercury produced the Mercury 20th Anniversary Cougar as a commemorative edition. >>1997 Mercury Cougar XR-7 Wheelbase: 113 inches Length: 199.9 inches Engine: 4.6-liter, 205-h.p. [58] 1986 saw few changes, highlighted by the addition of a government-mandated center rear brake light (CHMSL) and a power-operated moonroof;[59] for the last time, the Cougar was available with vent windows. . Slightly smaller than the 1965 Mustang, the imported Capri (not officially badged as a Mercury) began to succeed the Cougar within Lincoln-Mercury as a compact sporty car. While limited funds precluded a complete redesign or downsizing of the Torino intermediates, all sheet metal (above the bumpers) was revised. For 1968, the Cougar saw revisions related to compliance with federal safety mandates, adding side marker lights and front outboard shoulder belts (sash belt, shoulder harness). Replacing the Mercury Montego, the standard Cougar now served as the Mercury intermediate model line (slotted between the Mercury Monarch and Mercury Marquis), serving as the Mercury counterpart of the Ford LTD II (replacing the Torino/Gran Torino), introducing the first Cougar sedans and station wagons. The 351 Cleveland was replaced by the updated 351M and the 351 Cobra Jet was retired (from all Ford vehicles); the 400 and 460 remained options. In front, the Mercury Cougar was configured with a short/long-arm wishbone suspension. The model line was fitted with front disc and rear drum brakes, with power-assisted brakes becoming standard in 1973. 1969. In contrast to the Montego, the rear fascia Cougar was fitted with a center panel matching the taillights (also hiding the fuel cap), along with vertically-slatted chrome trim (similar to the first-generation Cougar). During the development of MN12, Ford designers sought to develop increased differentiation between the Cougar and Thunderbird. The $185 upgrade to the XR-7 brought further European influence; in addition to a (simulated) wood-trim dashboard, full instrumentation (black-face gauges), toggle switches, and an overhead console; if so equipped, the automatic transmission was fitted with a T-handle console shifter. While fenders and doors are common between the two vehicles, in comparison to the 19831987 generation, fewer visible parts are shared.[66]. The team featured drivers, such as Captain Dan Gurney, Parnelli Jones, Peter Revson, David Pearson, and Ed Leslie. Tengo este 1973 Mercury cougar Convertible XR7 muy buenos condiciones motor as sudo reparado ase 5 anios, no tiene muchas milas tengo titulo y registracion en mano y smog no nececita por ser el ao que tiene solo enteresados mndame mensaje y no despus de las 10 de la noche por favor no contesto gracias 1995 Mercury Cougar XR-7 4-Speed Automatic 3.8L V6 SMPI 12V CLEAN AUTOCHECK. For 1970, the Cougar underwent an additional revision to the front fascia; the split "electric shaver" grille with vertically slatted trim made its return, with a new hood adopting a pronounced body-color center section. Following initial skepticism by Ford over both model lines, the Mercury version received approval in mid-1964, following the successful launch of the Mustang; the Cougar name was adopted from the winning design for the Ford Mustang. For the 1969 model year, the Cougar underwent a mid-cycle revision alongside its Mustang counterpart. XR-7 leather vinyl colors were Black, Dark red, Dark Blue, Parchment, Dark Ivy Gold, Aqua and Saddle. For Mercury, its mid-size sedan range underwent a minor model revision, as the previous Cougar sedan/wagon adopted the Marquis nameplate (with the full-size Grand Marquis becoming a distinct model line for 1983). [55] For 1985, 15-inch wheels became an option for the XR7. Automatic Transmission,Power Steering,Drum Brakes.Factory air was replaced with new Vintage air package.New custom Auto Sound AM-FM radio. [58], For the 1987 model year, the Cougar saw few changes to its interior, with the XR7 adopting a fully digital dashboard as standard equipment. Condition: Used Used 1972 Mercury Cougar. All engines were paired with a 3-speed automatic transmission. Some XR-7s had the Rally Sport Tachometer and Gauge package (only 25% of all Cougars came with this option). In a first for Ford Motor Company, the 1968 Cougar offered an electrically-operated sunroof as an option. Description: Used 1995 Mercury Cougar XR7 with RWD, Leather Seats, Alloy Wheels. Yet there is still one Mercury that somehow manages to cruise largely under the muscle car radar: the Cougar XR7-G. It's been long understood, by those who have known of its existence, that the "G" designation for the one-year-only model stood for Gurney, as in road-racing legend Dan Gurney. All of the Hertz Eliminators were equipped with the 351-4V engine and FMX automatic transmission. [40] In a model consolidation, all third-generation Cougars were offered under a single XR-7 trim level, as the GT and Eliminator editions were retired. After skipping the 1998 model year, Mercury introduced the eighth-generation Mercury Cougar for the 1999 model year at the 1998 Los Angeles Auto Show. 1978 mercury cougar xr7. [63] For 1985, the interior underwent a complete redesign, with new door panels and dashboard; a redesigned rear seat expanded seating capacity to five passengers (four passengers with full-length console). Mercury : Cougar XR-7 Sedan 2-Door 1997 mercury cougar xr 7 sedan 2 door 4.6 l $1,800 Hunt Valley, Maryland Year 1997 Make Mercury Model Cougar Category Hatchback Mileage 150000 Posted Over 1 Month there is 150,000 miles on the car. Ultimately, Mercury lost the championship to Ford by two points.[79]. This Stunning Mercury Cougar XR-7 Comes With A History Via: Mecum According to Mecum, this model comes from the Dearborn, Michigan, assembly plant. Virtually all original equipment '73 Mercury Cougar XR7 convertible. 69 Mercury Cougar XR7 with bright yellow paint and a very clean black leather interior. The true dual exhaust let you know there was some very real performance under the hood, but thankfully, the seller hasn't modified the stock mufflers. In what would become a long-running tradition for the Mercury brand, 1981 marked the debut of GS and LS trim lines for both the mid-size and XR-7 Cougars. [74] In contrast to the previous LS, the 1993 XR7 offered both V6 and V8 engines. This 1973 Mercury Cougar XR7 convertible gives you all of this with V8 power, factory-correct colors, and a value price. To visually stretch the roofline, a compound-curved rear window replaced the nearly flat rear glass and the rear quarter windows were redesigned (with a curve inversely matching the windshield angle). Shared with the Mercury Marquis/Colony Park, a 4.2L V8 was standard, with a 4.9L V8 offered as an option; both engines were paired with a 4-speed Ford AOD overdrive automatic. Original Skyblue color, le, 1971 Mercury Cougar XR7 Convertible. This was the weapon of choice for sixty-two XR7-G buyers. The 289 was dropped entirely; a two-barrel 351 cubic-inch "Windsor" V8 became the standard engine for the Cougar, producing 250hp (2-bbl) and 290hp (4-bbl). The second-generation Cougar is the final version derived from the Ford Mustang and the final version offered as a convertible. Price: $8,500.00. [44][45] Six-passenger seating was standard with a "Twin Comfort Lounge" 50/50 split bench seat with cloth or vinyl upholstery. [63] For 1985, the waterfall-style grille was replaced with an egg-crate design (similar to Mercedes-Benz); the red taillamp lenses were replaced by a dark gray design. A 1967-1970 Cougar in this condition might . A change to the position of the rear axle necessitated a new rocker panel length and rear quarter sheet metal as compared to the 1969 model, although these changes are not visually apparent. Drive it on your trailer. The first ten XR7-Gs were factory show vehicles with DSO codes of 84. [62], The exterior design of the sixth-generation Cougar was designed largely in response to the negative market response to the introduction of the fifth-generation Cougar. Great driver,needs nothing. Description. The Wood Brothers Racing team with David Pearson and later Neil Bonnett was successful with the car and scored a number of victories until the body style became ineligible following the 1980 season. The 429 CID V8 was no longer offered, leaving the only engine choices as the 2- and 4-barrel version of the 351. [58], For its 1983 launch, the sixth-generation Cougar offered a 120hp 3.8L V6 from its predecessor as a standard engine; a 130hp 4.9L V8 made its return as an optional engine. 1 day ago. [74], Alongside the LS and both versions of the XR7, several limited editions of the Cougar were produced. While unchanged in displacement, this engine was an all-new design. 2016, 2017 and 2018. Shared with the Fairmont/Zephyr and Mustang/Capri, a 2.3L inline-4 was the standard engine, with a 3.3L inline-6 and a 4.2L V8 offered as options; the four and six-cylinder engines were paired with a 3-speed automatic transmission. For 1978, two new decor packages became available, the XR-7 Decor Option and the Midnight/Chamois Decor Option. In line with the Designer Series from the Mark V, the latter option offered a color-coordinated exterior and interior, with a half-vinyl roof, padded "Continental" type rear deck, and Midnight Blue and Chamois interior with Tiffany carpeting. The fourth-generation Cougar underwent a revision of its powertrain offerings, largely in the interest of fuel economy. Born on June 3, 1969, the car went new to Johnny Haas Motors Inc. in Lakewood, Colorado, and sold to its first owner on June 18. [2], The Mercury Cougar was released by Lincoln-Mercury on September 30, 1966. View car. While a feature shared with its Ford Elite counterpart, the Cougar adopted its opera window design nearly directly from the Thunderbird. The naturally aspirated V6 was paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission, while the supercharged V6 was offered with a 5-speed manual (with the automatic as an option). The Cobra Jet version of the 351 made its debut, now producing 266hp. 1997 MERCURY COUGAR XR7 V-8 42,700 REAL MILES FLORIDA CAR LOW LOW RESERVE. An outstanding unrestored two-owner car with only 29,xxx miles from new. The Cougar XR7 was again matched with the Thunderbird, with the standard Cougar becoming the counterpart of the Ford Granada (replacing the Mercury Monarch). Interior. For 1970, the two-barrel 351 remained the base engine, with the four-barrel engine replaced by a 351 cubic-inch "Cleveland" V8, producing 300hp. 1,641 1995 MERCURY COUGAR XR7. With the electronic speed limiter removed, the top speed of the car was limited by drag and engine power in top gear at redline, around 135mph (217km/h). At its 1989 debut, the Cougar was marketed largely as the flagship coupe of the Mercury division. The 20th Anniversary Cougar included the 4.9L (302cuin) V8, sport-handling suspension with quad rear shocks (derived from the XR7), and 15-inch alloy wheels (from the Mustang GT, painted gold). [57] To further distinguish the model line from the Thunderbird, the 1987 Cougar received its own grille (with a large "cat" emblem), front bumper cover, and aerodynamic composite headlamps. These Eliminators were ordered with the electric sunroof option, which was not available on Eliminators sold to the public. Just Cars is the place for classic, vintage and unique cars. Year 1975. Optional engines included: 390-4V, 428 Cobra Jet or Super Cobra Jet (both available with or without Ram-Air), and Boss 302 (available only with the Eliminator Option). [45], For 1976, the Cougar saw minor revisions to the interior. 1967 XR7, PS, PDB, Tilt-away, Center console, 390 4bbl, long tube headers, Edelbrock intake and carb. See photo. 14,500 1968 Mercury Cougar XR7 2,106 below average coupe gasoline green automatic The XR7 is equipped with the original 302 V-8, C-4 Automatic transmission, factory am radio, clock, factory power disc, power steering, air-condition, console,. 244 vehicles matched Now showing page 4 of 17. Phone: 480-285-1600. The sixth generation Cougar (replacing the XR7) reverted the model line solely to the two-door coupe body style. The sixth-generation Cougar continued the trim nomenclature of its predecessor in modified form, with the Cougar GS serving as the base trim, the Cougar LS as the luxury trim, and the Cougar XR7 as the high-performance version. This XR7 has around 88,000 miles on it . **We do have a showroom . [57], The 2.3L inline-four was paired with a 5-speed manual transmission; a 3-speed automatic transmission was optional. [2] Far exceeding initial sales projections, the Cougar would account for nearly 40% of the 1967 sales of the entire Lincoln-Mercury division. QR Code Link to This Post. This GOLD 1970 MERCURY COUGAR XR7 is part of our AUTOMOBILE vehicles. Ford also sold this generation of Cougar in Europe and Australia as the Ford Cougar. 1968 Mercury Cougar XR-7 project car. 1971 Mercury Cougar XR7 (Convertible) 32,155 ACTUAL miles 351 Cleveland Engine Automatic Runs good Things needed to be done: New Gas tank to be installed (I have the gas tank) Needs brake work Needs tires For more information please TEXT only 928.278.1933 do NOT contact me with unsolicited services or offers 773 below average coupe 78,900 gasoline black automatic. The hidden headlamps were retained; the mechanism shifted its power from dual vacuum actuators to a single, centrally-located vacuum actuator. Not sure what's wrong with it. In place of a split grille, the front fascia was styled with a prominent center section (in line with the Mercury Cyclone and Ford Thunderbird) including a waterfall-style grille. A total of 394 GT-Es were manufactured; of which 357 were equipped with the 427 and 37 were built with the 428CJ. fuel: gas odometer: 86000 title status: clean transmission: automatic. [9] This engine produced 210hp (2-bbl) and 230hp (4-bbl); the former became standard on the XR-7. Vibrant White Clearcoat Interior Graphite Leather *Driver/Passenger Air Bags *Side Impact Door Beams *5 mph Bumpers *Independent Rear Suspension *Rack & Pinion . It was also to be sold in Europe as the Ford Cougar ST200. The 1968 Mercury Cougar XR7-G Option package was based on the XR-7 with certain equipment added to or in place of the XR-7 equipment. A light blue/white 1973 Cougar XR-7 convertible was the "last" convertible assembled by Ford Motor Company; at the time, American manufacturers ended assembly of convertibles during the 1970s in anticipation of increased rollover safety standards. During its production, the seventh-generation Mercury Cougar underwent several revisions. The price of the XR7-G Option package was $823.35, which included the price of required items: Power Steering and AM Radio with Antenna. The first Cougar not to offer a V8 as standard equipment, the standard Cougar was produced as a two-door and four-door sedan, adopting the five-door station wagon from the Zephyr from 1982; the model line was repackaged as the Marquis for 1983 as Ford revised its full-size and mid-size product branding. John Gunnell, Standard Catalog of American Cars 19461975, Revised 4th Edition, page 546, Dave Epperson, Popular Hot Rodding's All About 1981 Cars, page 49, Transverse front-engine, front-wheel drive, shoulder belts (sash belt, shoulder harness), "Ford Motor Company Featured Story Fords Past, Present and Future Come to Carlisle", "History of Ford Swing-Away, Tilt-Away, and Tilt Steering Wheels", "A.O. For the first time, Cougar's two-door models featured a fixed "B" pillar and a fixed steel frame around front door windows, as in the sedan. Register today at SalvageAutosAuction.com! In 1998, Ford launched the Cougar at the 1998 British Grand Prix at Silverstone. Maroon Metallic. While de-emphasized as the model line shifted away from high performance, the GT option package remained an option, including upgraded suspension, tires, and engine cooling components. The mid-size Cougar was offered with its own powertrain lineup. [2] The model line was marketed as having "European" style and features. Please note, the following damage may be present on the vehicle: BURN and FRONT END, which can be viewed more closely by examining the photos included on this page. Price: Click the link above for price. Email: [email protected] Address: 7400 E Monte Cristo Ave Scottsdale, AZ 85260 . Replacing the Ford Probe in European markets, the Ford Cougar was manufactured in the United States. [29] While substantially upgraded, the rear-wheel drive chassis underpinnings remained derived from the Ford Falcon unibody architecture. Runs and drives, automatic transmission, original gauges and instrumentation work. [54] Derived from the fifth-generation Cougar sedan, the Ford-badged Cougar Brougham was produced with the front and rear fascias of the 19831986 Mercury Marquis. The front fascia was distinguished by a split "electric shaver" grille, featuring vertically slatted chrome trim. Driver Tiny Lund dominated the series and took the championship. [57][60] For 1988, the exterior of the Cougar underwent no changes, introducing several monochromatic paint options. The 4.9L V8 option was withdrawn from the Fox platform, leaving the 4.2L engine as the sole V8 offering for both the Cougar and Cougar XR-7. 1978 Mercury Cougar XR-7. In line with larger Lincoln-Mercury vehicles, the Cougar received a hood ornament for the first time, using a "prowling cat" emblem. Have Marty Report. An outstandi, 1967 Mercury Cougar XR7 For Sale $24,000 Recent restoration Paint needs some touch up clear coat fla. ClassicCars.com has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States, successfully making the Inc. 5000 list in both 2015, 19801982 Cougar XR-7 (standard roofline), 1982 Mercury Cougar wagon (standard trim), 1982 Mercury Cougar GS wagon (Ford Mustang wheels). it has rust in the floors and i have the new floor pans for the car and a new gas. Now serving as the flagship model of the Cougar line, the XR-7 was now the direct Mercury equivalent of the Ford Thunderbird; for 1977, the latter had shifted from the Mark IV to the Torino chassis (replacing the Elite). The 1999 Cougar shared the Ford CDW27 world-car platform introduced by the Ford Contour/Mercury Mystique. A high-performance Cougar S (not to be confused with the concept) was discussed in the press, which was essentially a Cougar with a Contour SVT engine; however, this version never made it into production. Rot free 1979 Mercury Cougar XR7 project. Package B included the Package A items, as well as adding the interior Decor Group option, which featured upgraded seating surfaces and interior trim panels with door-mounted courtesy lights, and a "rim-blow" steering wheel. For 1973, the four-barrel version of the 351 was dropped, leaving the two-barrel 351C (retuned to 168hp) and the 264hp 351CJ V8.[34]. 1967 Mercury Cougar XR7 American Classic This classic is a project car and is 75 percent restored. The straight-lined body sides transitioned toward Coke bottle styling, distinguished by a sweeping body crease sloping down from the hood line to the rear wheels; while the roofline saw little change to its design, the vent windows were deleted. The body design used a philosophy Ford dubbed "New Edge" design: a combination of organic upper body lines with sharp, concave creases in the lower areas. Initially, at risk for cancellation (following declining sales of the second generation compared to its competitors), Lincoln-Mercury instead repackaged the Cougar as a halo car for the Mercury brand. Along with returning the standard Cougar name (for the first time since 1973), the change added three more body styles. [66][72][73] To differentiate the XR7 from the LS, the model was fitted with sport seats, two-spoke sport steering wheel, and full analog instrumentation. Miles 59,868. The first front-wheel drive Cougar was designed with a fully independent multilink suspension. Gladstone, OR 5 years at classiccars.com 3 1968 Mercury Cougar XR7 S code 390 car, SEE VIDEO! $6,500 Private Seller CC-1642743 1972 Mercury Cougar XR7 6 4 Photos. Woodgrain dash with tach and Rally clock in console. Splitting from the Mustang (which became the subcompact Mustang II for 1974), the Cougar adopted a market position closer to the larger Ford Thunderbird. Intended for release as the third generation of the Ford Probe, the model line shifted to Mercury as its development neared completion. New listings are added daily. new. A 114-inch wheelbase was used for the two-door Cougar coupe and the Cougar XR-7; a 118-inch wheelbase was used for the four-door sedan and station wagon. [26], For 1969 and 1970, the Hertz Rental Car Company purchased Cougar Eliminators as part of their "Rent-A-Racer" program. [35] For 1973, the GT option was discontinued. Good dash and good vinyl top. As an option, five-passenger seating was offered with front bucket seats (with vinyl upholstery) and a center console with a floor-mounted transmission shifter. [34] A 166hp two-barrel version was the standard engine, with a 246hp four-barrel offered as an option. Mercury Cougar XR7 For Sale 1978 Mercury Cougar XR7 Price $19,900 1979 Mercury Cougar XR7 Price Auction 1967 Mercury Cougar XR7 Price $58,000 1968 Mercury Cougar XR7 Price $165,000 1971 Mercury Cougar XR7 Price $29,950 Mercury Cougar XR7 s by Year 1979 Mercury Cougar XR7 1978 Mercury Cougar XR7 1971 Mercury Cougar XR7 1968 Mercury Cougar XR7 This generation of Cougar had a far more contemporary package, with modern DOHC 24-valve six-cylinder Duratec engines, a fully independent multilink suspension, and front-wheel drive. highway Base price:. Priced $284 more than the equivalent Ford Mustang, the base price of the Cougar was $2,854 ($23,836 in 2021 dollars [4]); a fully-optioned Cougar XR-7 was $4,500 ($37,583 in 2021 dollars[4]), essentially matching the base price of the Ford Thunderbird. 1970 Mercury Cougar XR7 . While its exterior footprint changed negligibly, in a major change, the wheelbase was expanded nine inches to 113 inches (longer than a Mercedes-Benz 560SEC). The second-generation Cougar carried over both the hardtop and convertible body styles from its predecessor. Basic. 1973 Mercury Cougar XR-7 Convertible 351 Cleveland V8 $ 19,988 $ 347 /mo* 7,900 miles Engine: V8 351 Cleveland Drivetrain: RWD Price $4,603 below avg. V-8 Transmission: 4-speed automatic EPA mileage: 17 m.p.g. White Interior with Black. 1970 mercury cougar XR7 - $6,000 (johnslanding) Bridgehampton, NY. [29] The Boss 302 and Boss 429 were discontinued, with both Boss engines and the 428 Cobra Jet replaced by a 370hp 429 Cobra Jet V8 (with or without Ram Air). While the fourth-generation Cougar XR-7 had proven successful in the marketplace, the design elements fell out of proportion on a radically smaller car, leading to negative reception. Internally designated T-7, the first-generation Cougar shared its chassis with the 1967 revision of the Ford Mustang. For 1991, a 200hp (149kW) version of the 4.9L (302cuin) Windsor 5.0 was introduced featuring a redesigned intake manifold to allow sufficient underhood clearance. Both vehicles derive their underpinnings from the rear-wheel drive Ford Falcon unibody compact chassis architecture. From 1989 through 1990, Lincoln-Mercury Motorsport fielded Cougars of the new body style in the GTO class of the IMSA GT Championship.
