289cid/200hp 2bbl 8-cyl. [68] For 1994, a second facelift saw a revision of the grille, taillamps, and a simplification of the side molding. The second-generation Cougar carried over both the hardtop and convertible body styles from its predecessor. It was also to be sold in Europe as the Ford Cougar ST200. As part of the shift to the wider MN12 chassis, the Cougar again became a 5-passenger vehicle (for the first time since 1982). Some cars are triple-black, but when you're a 1970s classic, it's hard to deny the appeal of triple-green. The seats underwent a redesign, with a full-width bench seat becoming standard; the 60/40 split bench seat became an option alongside the bucket-seat interior. At the end of the 1997 model year, Ford announced a major streamlining of its coupe offerings, with Ford discontinuing the Thunderbird and Probe; Lincoln-Mercury lost the Cougar and Lincoln Mark VIII (the latter, after 1998). [75] Equipped with 15-inch BBS alloy wheels, all examples were painted green with a tan interior (with green carpet). For the 1969 model year, the Cougar underwent a mid-cycle revision alongside its Mustang counterpart. About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features NFL Sunday Ticket Press Copyright . Virtually all original equipment '73 Mercury Cougar XR7 convertible. 6 4 Photos. [68] Offered as an option on the Cougar LS, the V8 replaced the supercharged V6 in the XR7 (which also marked the end of the 5-speed manual in the MN12 Cougar). For the 1983 model year, Mercury introduced the sixth-generation Cougar. A 1967-1970 Cougar in this condition might . The team featured drivers, such as Captain Dan Gurney, Parnelli Jones, Peter Revson, David Pearson, and Ed Leslie. Paint Quality Original Paint. [9][10] As a mid-year option, a 428 Cobra Jet Ram Air was introduced on April 1, 1968,[11] officially rated at 335hp. 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. There were several paint and trim packages: For the 2001 model year, the Cougar was updated with new headlights, front and rear fascias, and updated interior trim. View car. Model Cougar. No Accident or Damage Reported; 3+ Owners; Multiple Use; Service History. The second-generation Cougar is the final version derived from the Ford Mustang and the final version offered as a convertible. [15] While available on any Cougar, the sunroof was not a popular option. This Stunning Mercury Cougar XR-7 Comes With A History Via: Mecum According to Mecum, this model comes from the Dearborn, Michigan, assembly plant. [57] For 1988, the analog XR7 dashboard made its return; along with the deletion of the boost gauge, the tachometer was revised for a lower-revving V8 engine.[60]. 351 Cleveland 2V, FMX Transmission, 2.75 conventional axle, Power Steering, Power Front disc brakes, 1978 Mercury Cougar XR-7 Absolutely one of the nicest ones available for sale anywhere. Largely a counterpart of the Ford Mustang Mach 1 and Ford Boss 302 Mustang, the Cougar Eliminator replaced the Cougar GT as the performance-trim Cougar on April 1, 1969. 1,641 1995 MERCURY COUGAR XR7. At its 1989 debut, the Cougar was marketed largely as the flagship coupe of the Mercury division. For non XR-7 Cougars, the standard engine was the 302cuin (4.9L) V8, producing 134hp (the first version of the engine since 1970); station wagons received a standard 351W V8 (149hp), with a 161hp 351M V8 offered as an option in coupes and sedans. 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). 1994 Mercury Cougar XR7 2-door Sedan, 85523 Miles Showing, Title Will Be Marked Miles Exempt, Ford 3.8L V-6, Gas, Water Cooled Engine, Automatic Transmission, Spring Suspension, Aluminum Wheels, Heater, AC, Radio, 2 Doors, Power Windows, Power Locks, VIN: 1MELM6248RH654648 [57] Originally slated for the 1986 model year,[58] nearly every exterior panel was changed. This prestigious accolade represents the continued growth of the company, and ClassicCars.com's dominance as the world's largest online marketplace for With the optional 351 cubic-inch, 4-barrel V8, the '70 Mercury Cougar XR-7 boasted 300 horsepower and 380 pound-feet of torque, with rear-wheel drive and an available 4-speed manual gearbox. 1972 Mercury Cougar. Yes it's available. 1997 Mercury Cougar XR7 For Sale in Colonie, New York 12304 | 1997 Cougar XR7 - SPORT EDITION - One Owner - 4.6L Overhead Cam EFI Never seen a flake of snow or ice. [28], For 1973, Lincoln-Mercury marketed a "Bronze Age" special edition promotion of the Cougar (alongside the Monterey, Montego MX, and Comet). To distinguish the model line from the Montego MX Brougham, the Cougar was fitted with C-pillar opera windows. In addition to the 210hp supercharged V6 (replaced by a 5.0 L V8 in 1991), the XR7 featured four-wheel antilock disc brakes, electronically adjustable handling suspension, 16-inch alloy wheels, and a 5-speed manual transmission. 1996 Mercury Cougar XR7 - full technical specs sheet, including performance data, economy and emissions, dimensions, weight and engine particulars." Mercury Cougar XR7, 1996 MY Cougar. 244 vehicles matched Now showing page 4 of 17. Hi, I have rot free 1979 Mercury Cougar XR7 Cheap project. 19741976 Mercury Cougar XR-7 2-Door Hardtop. These Eliminators were ordered with the electric sunroof option, which was not available on Eliminators sold to the public. To make room for the updated 1999 Ford Mustang and all-new Ford Escort ZX2, the Contour-based Ford Probe continued into production, with Ford shifting the vehicle to the Lincoln-Mercury Division to adopt the Mercury Cougar name. City: Naches. Evoking the flagship Continental Mark V, the rear fascia was given a (vestigial) continental tire trunk lid (with a trapezoidal design) and horizontal taillights similar to the Continental Mark IV. Some XR-7s had the Rally Sport Tachometer and Gauge package (only 25% of all Cougars came with this option). Other features included a model-specific trunk lid and C-pillar badging and an imitation trunk lid luggage rack. Equipment 15-inch aluminum wheels Quad-Shock handling rear suspension Traction-Lok rear axle Monochromatic exterior appearance package Power mirrors Sport front seats with power lumbar support Power-adjustable driver's seat C6 with shift kit. The Sports Special could be combined with any available engine. 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. [55] For 1986, the V8 was changed to sequential fuel injection, increasing output to 150hp. Needs windshield, door speakers and body trim. [60], For its 1983 launch, to lower production costs, the sixth-generation Cougar was required to carry over interior parts from the 19801982 Cougar XR7, including a modified dashboard; an analog instrument panel was standard, with a digital instrument panel offered as an option. 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. Classifieds for 1951 to 1970 Mercury Vehicles. The engine produces 396hp at 4600 rpm and 458ft pounds torque at 4000rpm. The year 1967 was sensational for Lincoln-Mercury, with the introduction of Cougar exceeding all sales forecast expectations. To expand potential competition for the model line, Ford benchmarked the design of the Cougar against the quartet of GM A-body coupes, placing the model line in competition with the Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme. ClassicCars.com's first-class Customer Support team with a Stevie Bronze Award in 2019, celebrating the team's skills as exemplary customer support specialists. 1967 XR7, PS, PDB, Tilt-away, Center console, 390 4bbl, long tube headers, Edelbrock intake and carb. Mileage 62,946 miles below avg. runs great, was in garage for 30 years. [25], The Cougar Sports Special package was offered only in 1969, and was only available on the Standard hardtop model Cougar. The 1999 Cougar shared the Ford CDW27 world-car platform introduced by the Ford Contour/Mercury Mystique. Absolutely one of the nicest ones available for sale anywhere. [2], Intended for a market position between the Ford Mustang and the Ford Thunderbird, the Cougar was intended as a luxury-type pony car. Just Cars is the place for classic, vintage and unique cars. For 1971, the Cougar was offered in standard and XR-7 trim. From the full-size Mercury line, the Cougar also offered a 400 cubic-inch V8 and 460 cubic-inch V8 as options. The Bosch-sourced sunroof assemblies were installed by the American Sunroof Corporation in Southgate, Michigan. To signify his association with Lincoln-Mercury, the XR7-G (G=Gurney) was introduced as an option for 1968. NOT original drive train ( from 68 Cougar GT ). $6,500 Private Seller CC-1642743 1972 Mercury Cougar XR7 [53] The Cougar station wagon was offered in either GS trim or wood-grained Villager trim (the Mercury equivalent of a Ford Squire station wagon). Drives decent, always starts, still looks pretty good. [9] This engine produced 210hp (2-bbl) and 230hp (4-bbl); the former became standard on the XR-7. Powered by a smooth and powerful V6, it comes equipped with power windows, locks and mirrors, A/C, and cruise control. **We do have a showroom . transmission: automatic. Auction Location: MN - Ham Lake | Sale Date: 03/14/2023 - 12:00 PM CST [2] The model line was marketed as having "European" style and features. [66][67] During the development of the 1989 Cougar, the form factor of coupes shifted in the marketplace. The sixth generation Cougar (replacing the XR7) reverted the model line solely to the two-door coupe body style. [65] The trunk was fitted with a (non-functional) luggage rack.[65]. Package D combined all other packages: Package A, the Interior Decor package, and the Special Handling package. Internally designated T-7, the first-generation Cougar shared its chassis with the 1967 revision of the Ford Mustang. While the nameplate is associated with two-door coupes, at various times during its production, the Cougar was also marketed as a convertible, four-door sedan, station wagon, and a hatchback. [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. Under the hood is the very desirable "S code" 390-4V. For 1982 only, the mid-size Cougar was offered as a station wagon replacing the Zephyr station wagon. [2] The model line was marketed as having "European" style and features. As a running change during 1969, the Eliminator was introduced in conjunction with the Boss 302 Mustang as Mercury's showcase for the Boss 302 engine. I put new gas tank, fuel pump, fuel sender, battery, newer holley carb and newer tires. This page was last edited on 4 February 2023, at 22:33. Description: Used 1995 Mercury Cougar XR7 with RWD, Leather Seats, Alloy Wheels. [22] Offering a racing-derived 390hp 427 V8 (paired solely with a 3-speed automatic[9]), the GT-E received its own badging, quad exhaust, argent lower body paint delineated by chrome trim, and a redesigned grille; power front disc brakes were standard. For 1974, four engines were offered for the Cougar. [45], For 1976, the Cougar saw minor revisions to the interior. [66] To optimize its handling capabilities, the XR7 was fitted with many model-specific features. 390cid/320hp 4bbl ONLY 21,372 Original Miles! Doors 2. The vacuum to operate the headlight doors was provided by the engine and stored in a reservoir under the fender. All of the Hertz Eliminators were equipped with the 351-4V engine and FMX automatic transmission. 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. The Ford Contour/Mercury Mystique (Ford Mondeo MkII) ended production in 2000, with the Cougar outliving it by two model years. [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. 1978 mercury cougar xr7. There were 2,250 Eliminators built in 1969. In another change, the 3-speed manual transmission was dropped, leaving all engines paired with a 3-speed automatic;[32] a 4-speed manual was a rarely-specified option. 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. Again sharing much of its bodyshell with the Ford Mustang, the Cougar began to shift away from a "plush pony car", taking on aspects of both sporty cars and luxury cars.[28]. The upright notchback roofline underwent a major revision, with the controversial upswept quarter windows of the previous generation abandoned. There were 101 Hertz Eliminators built in 1969, and 100 Hertz Eliminators built in 1970. Modifications included unique hood scoop, hood pins, fog lamps, tailpipe tips, special badging and wheels, and unique interior trim components. 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. [55] While styled with a notchback roofline, the 1983 Cougar was far sleeker than the 1982 Cougar XR7, reducing its coefficient of drag from 0.50 to 0.40[56][55] In 1987, the sixth-generation Cougar underwent a mid-cycle revision with additional aerodynamic improvements, reducing its drag coefficient to 0.36. This XR7 has around 88,000 miles on it . During much of its production, the Cougar followed tradition within the Mercury division, marketed as a Mercury counterpart of a Ford vehicle. [2], The Mercury Cougar was released by Lincoln-Mercury on September 30, 1966. 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. [46][47], For the 1977 model year, Lincoln-Mercury released the fourth-generation Mercury Cougar, with two versions of the model line introduced. The 1983 redesign of the Cougar was part of an extensive revision of the Ford and Mercury model ranges. For 1978, the Cougar wagon was discontinued to make way for the all-new Mercury Zephyr wagon and the downsized 1979 Mercury Colony Park wagon (4 inches shorter). 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. Originally slated for 1993, the 1994 Cougar shifted from the overhead-valve 302cuin (4.9L) V8 to a 205hp 4.6L SOHC V8 (shared with the Mercury Grand Marquis). The redesign proved successful in the market; while still a decline over the first generation, the third generation increased sales by nearly 50% over its 1971-1973 predecessor.[41]. Zn (2001 model year) available with special Zinc Yellow, special Visteon hood scoop, and spoiler. The first ten XR7-Gs were factory show vehicles with DSO codes of 84. For the 1987 model year, Mercury produced the Mercury 20th Anniversary Cougar as a commemorative edition. 15 results per page. Equipment includes whitewall tires, an 8-track radio, woodgrain interior trim, and factory air conditioning. We test-drove the 1994 Cougar XR7 with the new optional, 4.6-liter V-8. Along with returning the standard Cougar name (for the first time since 1973), the change added three more body styles. In 1987, to better distinguish the Cougar XR7 from the Thunderbird Turbo Coupe, the turbocharged inline-4 was replaced by the 4.9L (302cuin) "Windsor 5.0" V8, along with a standard 4-speed automatic. 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). [51] The Cougar XR-7 was produced upon an extended-wheelbase Fox chassis (to 108.5 inches), shared with the 19801982 Ford Thunderbird, 19821987 Lincoln Continental, 19841985 Continental Mark VII and 19861992 Lincoln Mark VII. 1967 Mercury Cougar XR7 American Classic This classic is a project car and is 75 percent restored. A total of 394 GT-Es were manufactured; of which 357 were equipped with the 427 and 37 were built with the 428CJ. [59] For 1988, the 3.8L V6 was given multiport fuel injection, increasing output to 140hp; the 4.9L V8 was retuned to 155hp. On all Cougars, a vinyl roof was fitted as standard equipment.[42]. [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. For the first time, the model line was offered solely with automatic transmissions. Initially developed as a rebadged version of the Mustang, the 1967 Cougar received its own body design from the ground up, though the popular "long-hood, short-deck" proportions of the Mustang remained. A four-barrel "street" version of the Boss 302 produced 290hp, while a 2x4-barrel "racing" version was officially rated at the same 290hp. 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. Rot free 1979 Mercury Cougar XR7 project. The first front-wheel drive Cougar was designed with a fully independent multilink suspension. 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. Contact. During its production, the sixth-generation Cougar underwent several exterior revisions. [2] Far exceeding initial sales projections, the Cougar would account for nearly 40% of the 1967 sales of the entire Lincoln-Mercury division. 1973 Mercury Cougar XR7 Convertible Rare Q-Code 351 Cleveland 4 BBL V-8 Engine C-6 3-Speed Automatic Transmission Rare Medium Aqua Blue "Code #5137A" Exterior over White Interior White Convertible Power Soft Top One of Only 87 Produced with this Trim and Paint Combination for 1973 Rare XR-7 Convertible Special Purpose Vehicle Built and Used for Marketing the Cougar Model for Mercury Original . Factory support ended towards the end of the season and the Cougars began to show their wear. [66] Developed from the second quarter of 1984, as a counterpart of the tenth-generation Ford Thunderbird, the $2 billion redesign of the two vehicles was intended to create handling benchmarked against far more expensive coupes (BMW 6-Series, Mercedes-Benz 560SEC, Jaguar XJS) while remaining in the same price segment. This 1989 Mercury Cougar XR7 was first delivered to Ken Ellegard Lincoln-Mercury of Colorado Springs in Colorado, and it was acquired in December 1995 by the seller. Roush Edition (19992000 model years) Available mostly in white and silver color choices, this car was built under the Roush name with bodywork to the front bumper, back, side skirts, and more. In what would be used as a design feature for the model line through 2002, the "cat's head" emblem made its first appearance. Optional engines included: 428 Cobra Jet or Super Cobra Jet (both available with or without Ram-Air), and Boss 302 (available only with the Eliminator Option). The third-generation Cougar uses the rear-wheel drive chassis used by the Mercury Montego and Ford Torino intermediates. For 1973, the front fascia underwent an update; to include a 5-mph bumper (required for 1973), the front bumper was reshaped and enlarged, requiring a redesign of the grille. Smith facility. [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. 289cid/225hp 4bbl 8-cyl. [35] For 1973, the GT option was discontinued. 69 Mercury Cougar XR7 with bright yellow paint and a very clean black leather interior. For 1978, the engine lineup was carryover; for 1979, the 400 was discontinued. runs great, was in garage for 30 years. This vehicle has a 2 door coup type body with a front located engine driving through the rear wheels. 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). 351 Windsor V8 motor that still has the factory . Triple Black Big Block 390 V8, auto. 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). The body side stripes (available in black only) were altered to run the length of the car along the upper belt line, and now included a hood stripe, rear spoiler stripe with "Eliminator" callout, and "Eliminator" callouts on the quarters behind the rear wheel. CC-1605861. The Cougar XR7, like the Thunderbird, was the higher positioned personal luxury car version of the Cougar/LTD II. The two-door coupe could do 0-60 in a healthy 6.4 seconds, and run the 1/4 mile in 15 seconds with a top speed of 130 miles per hour. Needs windshield, door speakers and body trim. [2] In contrast to the Mustang, the Cougar was initially released solely as a two-door hardtop. [58] The standard instrument panel was a digital speedometer with analog secondary gauges; a fully digital instrument panel was optional (the XR7 was given a fully analog instrument panel). The Eliminator Option blacked-out exterior trim expanded from the front grille to include the hood scoop and tail light bezels. During its production, the seventh-generation Mercury Cougar underwent several revisions. Intended for a 1998 model year launch, the new Probe shifted its design from the Mazda MX-6 to a platform shared with the Ford Contour. Export Cougars also have clear marker light lenses (in place of amber) and amber rear turn signals. At its launch, the first-generation Cougar shared its engine lineup with the Mustang, although offering V8 engines exclusively. 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. 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. The 3.8L V6 was paired with a 3-speed automatic; a 4-speed overdrive automatic was optional (the only transmission with the 4.9L V8). There were four levels to the Sport Special package, with each adding additional features. Ford also sold this generation of Cougar in Europe and Australia as the Ford Cougar. Join the auto auction to bid on this MERCURY COUGAR XR7, which has a MN - CERT OF TITLE-SALVAGE. This 1968 Mercury Cougar is Powered by a 428 Ram Air V8 Engine Paired with a Manual Transmission. Have Marty Report. [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. Downsized to a 104-inch wheelbase, the chassis underpinnings were largely unchanged, including a MacPherson strut/A-arm front suspension with a four-link coil-sprung solid rear axle with front and rear anti-roll bars. [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). The last Mercury Cougar rolled off the assembly line on 9 August 2002; following the end of its production, the Mercury model line offered no cars with four-cylinder engines until the 2006 Mercury Milan. 1970 Mercury Cougar XR7, with MN CERT OF TITLE-SALVAGE for sale in Copart Ham Lake, MN on 03-14-2023 Lot #71696***. 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). "Cougar A Source Book, edited and annotated by Thomas E Bonsall, 1967 Thru 1976" page 118. For 1984, the hood ornament was replaced by a flat hood emblem.