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. For its fifth and sixth generations, the Cougar was downsized, adopting the compact Fox chassis. $15,999. Ultimately, Mercury lost the championship to Ford by two points.[79]. For its eighth generation, the Cougar returned for the 1999 model year as a sports compact hatchback. Exterior paint colors available for the 1970 Eliminator mimicked the "Grabber" colors in the Ford lineup and included: Competition Orange, Competition Yellow, Competition Blue, Competition Gold, Competition Green, and Pastel Blue. 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. ONLY 21,372 Original Miles! [12] While sales material showed the Boss 429 as an optional engine for the Cougar Eliminator, the Cougar was never offered to the public with the Boss 429 engine; two Boss 429 standard hardtop Cougars were produced as factory drag cars for "Fast Eddie" Schartman and "Dyno Don" Nicholson. 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. Alongside its Thunderbird counterpart, the XR-7 entered the mid-size segment for the first time, shedding 15 inches in length, 4 inches in width, and approximately 900 pounds of curb weight (depending on the powertrain). There were four levels to the Sport Special package, with each adding additional features. [21], For 1968, the GT-E was introduced above the Cougar GT. This is a 1988 Mercury Cougar XR7, and it's the "high performance" version of the sixth generation Cougar, which was sold through 1988 making this a low-mileage, final-year example of the most desirable version of this version of the Cougar. 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. fuel: gas odometer: 86000 title status: clean transmission: automatic. Email: [email protected] Address: 7400 E Monte Cristo Ave Scottsdale, AZ 85260 . 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). 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]. In what would be used as a design feature for the model line through 2002, the "cat's head" emblem made its first appearance. [74] In contrast to the previous LS, the 1993 XR7 offered both V6 and V8 engines. 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. 92,392 Miles. There were 2,250 Eliminators built in 1969. Needs windshield, door speakers and body . Always garaged. Mercury Cougar is a nameplate applied to a diverse series of automobiles sold by the Mercury division of Ford from 1967 until 1997 and from 1999 through 2002 model years. Mercury Cougar XR7-G History During the 1967 and 1968 model years, Cougars with the Dan Gurney Special Option package were identified by a sticker in the passenger side rear window. Item Information. [66] While proportioned differently, wraparound headlamps and taillamps were modeled similarly to the Mercury Sable. The team featured drivers, such as Captain Dan Gurney, Parnelli Jones, Peter Revson, David Pearson, and Ed Leslie. About this MERCURY COUGAR XR7. The Cobra Jet version of the 351 made its debut, now producing 266hp. **We do have a showroom . 1950 Mercury Monarch. 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. [55] While the Thunderbird adopted a fastback roofline, the Cougar adopted a notchback roofline with a near-vertical backlight, distinguished by upswept rear side windows.[55]. Serving as the counterpart of the Thunderbird Turbo Coupe, the XR7 was fitted with a performance-oriented suspension, a turbocharged 2.3L engine (shared with the Turbo Coupe and Mustang SVO), blacked-out window trim, and full analog instrumentation. Year 1975. [41] As division executives sought to avoid overlap with the successful Capri (sold since 1971),[41] the Cougar grew in size to remain a competitor to the Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme and Buick Regal, finding newfound competitors from the release the AMC Matador Coupe and the Chrysler Cordoba. [9] At mid-year, a lower compression 289 was again available. Dealership Showcased. 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. For 1969, the Eliminator Option consisted of: the Eliminator Equipment Package, the Eliminator Decor Group, and the Performance Tire / Handling Group. runs great, was in garage for 30 years. Runs and drives, automatic transmission, original gauges and instrumentation work. Smith - 1910s-present - Milwaukee, Wisconsin & 1964-1970s, Ionia, Michigan", "Welcome to the Mercury Cougar XR-7G Registry", "1969 Sports Special | the Cougar Club of America", 1971 Mercury Cougar XR-7 Hardtop 351-4V V-8 4-speed (man. Condition: Used Used Lot #46,945. In 2016 The Journal, brought to you by ClassicCars.com, was celebrated as the SECOND MOST INFLUENTIAL automotive blog in the world by NFC Performance. Largely a performance-oriented appearance package, the XR-7G project was assigned to Shelby Automotive, with the conversions performed at the A.O. The engine produces 396hp at 4600 rpm and 458ft pounds torque at 4000rpm. Mileage: 74,601 miles Body Style: Coupe Color: Green Engine: 8 Cyl 4.6 L . The second-generation Cougar carried over both the hardtop and convertible body styles from its predecessor. The Stevie Awards, the world's premier business awards recognized To distinguish the model line from the Mustang, the Cougar adopted multiple design elements from larger Mercury vehicles. The GS package focused on appearance, while the LS package offered luxury touches such as power windows, keyless entry external number pad, and other luxury trim touches. The second-generation Cougar used a revised version of the first-generation chassis, again shared with the Ford Mustang; the wheelbase was increased to 112.1 inches. 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. To improve the crashworthiness, the design added three inches to the overall length. 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. The Special Paint Order option was also available for Eliminators in 1970, producing single-digit examples in colors such as Black, Light Gray Metallic, White, and Red. There were 101 Hertz Eliminators built in 1969, and 100 Hertz Eliminators built in 1970. Good dash and good vinyl top. [69] For 1997, the Cougar received a new instrument panel (similar to the Taurus/Sable), with cupholders added to the center console;[70] several items were removed as part of de-contenting, including the courtesy lamps, underhood light, and a glove box light. [36][37][38] A standard Cougar equipped with the Decor Group,[36] the "Bronze Age" Cougar was distinguished by its copper metallic (officially, saddle bronze[36]) appearance and a color-coordinated vinyl roof. [66] To optimize its handling capabilities, the XR7 was fitted with many model-specific features. Sharing a chassis with the Ford Contour, the 1999 Cougar is the only version with no direct counterpart (though the model line was badged as a Ford Cougar for export). Good old school exhaust. 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. [25], For 1970, the standard engine for Eliminator became the 351C-4V. 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. Woodgrain dash with tach and Rally clock in console. 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]. The bodysides received wide body-colored cladding. White Interior with Black. Along with its shift in model segment, the sixth-generation Cougar (and the Thunderbird) marked the first large-scale use of aerodynamic-intensive design for an American automobile; the Cougar/Thunderbird were the first Ford vehicles developed using computer-aided design (CAD). 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). [55] For 1985, 15-inch wheels became an option for the XR7. [9][10] As a mid-year option, a 428 Cobra Jet Ram Air was introduced on April 1, 1968,[11] officially rated at 335hp. At its 1989 debut, the Cougar was marketed largely as the flagship coupe of the Mercury division. type: coupe. To signify his association with Lincoln-Mercury, the XR7-G (G=Gurney) was introduced as an option for 1968. [76] Distinguished by its use of Lincoln Mark VIII wheels, the 30th Anniversary Cougar featured model-specific C-pillar emblems, embroidered seat and floormat emblems; the option also included commemorative items shipped to the owner. Doors 2. Automatic Transmission,Power Steering,Drum Brakes.Factory air was replaced with new Vintage air package.New custom Auto Sound AM-FM radio. . [78] Without the Mercury brand in Europe and Australia, Ford marketed the Cougar as the Ford Cougar through Ford of Europe and Ford of Australia from 1999 to 2002. Styled with a roofline similar to the Thunderbird (and its Mark IV counterpart), the Cougar was not a true hardtop; while fitted with frameless door glass and lacking a fixed B-pillar, the rear side glass was fixed in place (did not retract). While unchanged in displacement, this engine was an all-new design. [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. 6 4 Photos. This car features the X-Code 390-2V V8 that produced 280hp. The 1972 Mercury Cougar XR7 is a true vintage premium machine. And this one keeps up its appeal in modern times with solid investments in the shining paint, A/C interior, and upgraded V8 power. State: Washington. 35th Anniversary (2002 model year) versions were available in Laser Red, French Blue, Satin Silver, and Black; most came with leather interiors with silver center sections on the seats. In what would prove disastrous, the Cougar saw little to no differentiation from its Ford Thunderbird and Ford Granada counterparts, with the XR-7 externally distinguished only by its grille, exposed headlamps, taillamps, and trunk lid. 1950 FORD MONARCH 2 DOOR COUPE. As it was the final year of the generation, the rear bumper was largely unchanged, receiving only minor revisions to the taillamp lenses. NO ROT. For the 1983 model year, Mercury introduced the sixth-generation Cougar. [22][23] As a running change in April 1968, the 427 engine was replaced by a 428 Cobra Jet as an option, the latter was officially rated at 335hp. With the exception of Ford Blue Oval badging replacing Cougar emblems on the exterior and interior, both Ford and Mercury versions are essentially identical. See photo. [61] For 1987 and 1988, the 4-speed AOD transmission was fitted to both the 3.8L and 4.9L engines. [25], For 1971, Lincoln-Mercury released the second-generation Mercury Cougar. 1970 Mercury Cougar XR7, with MN CERT OF TITLE-SALVAGE for sale in Copart Ham Lake, MN on 03-14-2023 Lot #71696***. [55] For 1986, the V8 was changed to sequential fuel injection, increasing output to 150hp. 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]. 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 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. The hidden headlamps were retained; the mechanism shifted its power from dual vacuum actuators to a single, centrally-located vacuum actuator. The Cougar XR-7 also returned as a personal luxury coupe, now a counterpart of the Ford Thunderbird, a pairing that lasted through 1997. This Cougar XR-7 is powered by a "Windsor" 5.0-liter V8 engine, which produces 155 horsepower and 265 lb-ft of torque. 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. 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 $10,000. Description. 390cid/320hp 4bbl [66] Originally slated to be launched with dual airbags, cost overruns and market demand necessitated the use of automatic seatbelts to meet passive-restraint requirements. [13] In a first for Ford Motor Company, the 1968 Cougar offered an electrically-operated sunroof as an option. The continued success of the Cougar led to several changes within the Mercury model line. [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. As the sixth-generation Mercury Cougar had proved successful in the marketplace, the 1989 redesign of the Cougar was largely an evolution of the previous generation, with updates of many previous design elements. For the 1969 model year, the Cougar underwent a mid-cycle revision alongside its Mustang counterpart. The body sides were styled with a wide side molding matching the bumper rub strips (a design added to the 1975 Grand Marquis). Drive it on your trailer. 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). "Cougar A Source Book, edited and annotated by Thomas E Bonsall, 1967 Thru 1976" page 118. Needs windshield, door speakers and body trim. The 1983 redesign of the Cougar was part of an extensive revision of the Ford and Mercury model ranges. Specs and Options; Description; Engine. For 1978, the engine lineup was carryover; for 1979, the 400 was discontinued. Serving as the replacement for the Ford Probe, the first front-wheel drive Cougar shifted market segments from two-door personal luxury coupe to three-door sport compact, introducing the first Mercury sport hatchback coupe since the 1986 Mercury Capri. A total of 619 Cougars were built with the XR7-G package. In 1968, Bud Moore took his Cougars NASCAR racing in the newly formed Grand American series. 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. Flowmaster exhaust. For its third and fourth generations, the Cougar adopted the chassis of the Ford Torino intermediate. As its Boss Mustang counterpart was dropped, Mercury discontinued the racing-oriented Cougar Eliminator. Home Buy Salvage Cars Mercury Cougar Lot Details. Description. The Cougar retains the XR7-specific wheels that still look sharp all these years later, and surprisingly sporty. new. While both trims shared the same powertrain offerings, the XR-7 received its own exterior and interior design, distinguished by a vinyl top (on hardtops); along with standardizing many options, the XR-7 received its own door panels and dashboard. 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. Paint Quality Original Paint. Check out the wide range of MERCURY COUGAR for sale in Australia. [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. XR7 Mercury Cougar. The taillights adapted simpler trim, set horizontally within the bumper (in line with full-size Mercury vehicles). Also, two transaxle options were available: the manual Ford MTX-75 transmission or the automatic Ford CD4E transmission (available in the US with either engine, although the I4/automatic combination was extremely rare; supposedly only 500 Cougars were built with the I4/auto). The first ten XR7-Gs were factory show vehicles with DSO codes of 84. 1968 Mercury Cougar XR-7 project car. [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]. [55] Within Mercury, the Cougar was slotted above the Capri and below the two-door Grand Marquis two-doors (both would be discontinued during its production). 1970 mercury cougar XR7 - $6,000 (johnslanding) For 1991, the Cougar underwent a slight facelift, with new headlamps, taillamps, and front bumper; the facelift is distinguished by a smaller grille (19891990 versions extend above the headlamps). The headlight doors use spiral torsion springs to make the headlamp doors stay open in the neutral position. The next year (1981) saw the previous Cougar teams switch to the Thunderbird when NASCAR mandated the smaller (110-inch-wheelbase) cars, though oddly the Thunderbirds had to have their wheelbases extended 6 inches because the actual wheelbase of production cars was 104 inches. From 1989 through 1990, Lincoln-Mercury Motorsport fielded Cougars of the new body style in the GTO class of the IMSA GT Championship. [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. While retaining a common chassis, a primary objective for designers was to maximize the visual differentiation between the Thunderbird and Cougar. Similar in size and performance, the Mercury Cyclone intermediate (derived from the Mercury Montego) was quickly overshadowed by the Cougar, leading Mercury to end sales of the Cyclone during 1972. It's got everything you want in a car-except front-wheel drive, if you are a front-wheel-drive loyalist. 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. [74], Alongside the LS and both versions of the XR7, several limited editions of the Cougar were produced. Brand new PA state safety inspection and fresh fluid change. 1967 Mercury Cougar XR7 American Classic This classic is a project car and is 75 percent restored. title status: clean. 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. Finished in Code 8W Chamois Meta Specialty Cars Limited (833) 698-8666 Latrobe, PA 15650 (257 miles away) Related Article The Best Ford Mustangs Ever Made 1971 Mercury Cougar XR7 Convertible 4-Speed that is finished in its factory color Medium Brown Metallic. This XR7 has around 88,000 miles on it . CC-1605861. "Cougarrare, elusive, the most magnificent cat in North America." 1972 Cougar sales brochure. To provide the. 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 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. Interior upgrades included: Hi-Back bucket seats (Eliminator-only for 1969 model year), and unique "black camera case" instrument panels with full instrumentation (including visual warning lights and gauges, tachometer, trip odometer, and rallye clock). On all Cougars, a vinyl roof was fitted as standard equipment.[42]. A minor grille revision was one of the only exterior changes to the car from the 1971 models. Phone: 480-285-1600. The fourth-generation Cougar underwent a revision of its powertrain offerings, largely in the interest of fuel economy. Package D combined all other packages: Package A, the Interior Decor package, and the Special Handling package. [58] For 1987, the XR7 dropped the turbocharged engine (and 5-speed manual transmission) in favor of the 4.9L V8. 1973 Mercury Cougar. A four-barrel "street" version of the Boss 302 produced 290hp, while a 2x4-barrel "racing" version was officially rated at the same 290hp. While fitted with a redesigned front bumper, the third-generation Cougar adopted many design elements of its front fascia from the previous generation, carrying over a center-section waterfall grille opening bordered by horizontal-trimmed openings with four inset headlights (in contrast to the egg-crate grille of the Elite with twin headlights). In line with larger Lincoln-Mercury vehicles, the Cougar received a hood ornament for the first time, using a "prowling cat" emblem.