[2] In contrast to the Mustang, the Cougar was initially released solely as a two-door hardtop. This Stunning Mercury Cougar XR-7 Comes With A History Via: Mecum According to Mecum, this model comes from the Dearborn, Michigan, assembly plant. 1997 Mercury Cougar XR7. For 1982, an all-new 3.8L V6 replaced the inline-6; in various forms, the engine would be used by the Cougar and Thunderbird through their 1997 discontinuation. While a feature shared with its Ford Elite counterpart, the Cougar adopted its opera window design nearly directly from the Thunderbird. The mid-size Cougar shared its 105.5-inch wheelbase with the Ford Fairmont and Mercury Zephyr, the launch vehicles of the Fox platform. During much of its production, the Cougar followed tradition within the Mercury division, marketed as a Mercury counterpart of a Ford vehicle. Sharing a chassis with the Thunderbird (and the Lincoln Mark VIII), the model line was produced as a two-door coupe through the 1997 model year. The XR-7 included power disc brakes and steering, 15-inch wheels, a rear stabilizer bar, walnut wood-tone instrument panel, a Flight Bench seat, "XR-7" trunk key-hole door, "COUGAR" decklid script, large hood ornament (with cat emblem), and sport-styled roofline with back-half vinyl and rear opera side windows and louvers. To mark its 20th year of production, the Cougar underwent an extensive mid-cycle revision for 1987. transmission: automatic. 289cid/200hp 2bbl 8-cyl. It was also to be sold in Europe as the Ford Cougar ST200. The only engine available in the 1994-1997 Cougar was Ford's modern and (generally) very reliable 4.6-liter SOHC Modular V8. [69] In another 1994 change, the 4R70W electronically controlled version of the AOD 4-speed automatic was introduced for both the V6 and V8 engines. 69 Mercury Cougar XR7 with bright yellow paint and a very clean black leather interior. "Cougar A Source Book, edited and annotated by Thomas E Bonsall, 1967 Thru 1976" page 118. Bid for the chance to own a No Reserve: 1973 Mercury Cougar XR-7 at auction with Bring a Trailer, the home of the best vintage and classic cars online. [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. See photo. Mechanics special. The continued success of the Cougar led to several changes within the Mercury model line. Runs and drives, automatic transmission, original gauges and instrumentation work. During the 1970s and 1980s, the Cougar was closely tied to the marketing of the Mercury division; Mercury advertised its dealers as "The Sign of the Cat" with big cats atop Lincoln-Mercury dealer signs. Good dash and good vinyl top. 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. Have Marty Report. The 390 was dropped, with the 428 Cobra Jet remaining alongside the Boss 302 as the high-performance engine options. [33], For 1972, Ford adopted SAE net horsepower ratings, leading to a numerical decrease in advertised engine output. Package C included the Package A items, as well as adding the Special Handling Package, featuring improved tires and heavy-duty suspension components. Ford also prepared two high-performance concept-only versions; one dubbed the "Eliminator", which was a supercharged version built with aftermarket available parts, and the other the "Cougar S", which featured new bodywork, all-wheel drive, and a 3.0L Duratec engine. Two 351 cubic-inch V8s were carried over from the previous Cougar, including the standard 351 Cleveland and optional 351CJ "Cobra Jet" V8s. For 1969, the Eliminator Option consisted of: the Eliminator Equipment Package, the Eliminator Decor Group, and the Performance Tire / Handling Group. Returning from the previous generation, the Cougar XR-7 continued as a personal luxury coupe. 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. 390cid/320hp 4bbl Rot free 1979 Mercury Cougar XR7 project. Price: Click the link above for price. 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. [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. 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). with gold rims and 17inch wheel Trim XR 7 Sedan 2 Door Package A included: unique pinstriping, "turbine" style wheel covers, rocker panel moldings with simulated side scoops, and a remote-control racing-style side mirror. With the change to the 428CJ engine for the GT-E, the 4-speed manual transmission was also made available for the GT-E package.[24]. [43], Fitted with much of the interior of the Montego coupe, the Cougar differed primarily in its instrument panel (fitted with a tachometer instead of a clock and other performance-related gauges) and upgraded options. This 1973 Mercury Cougar XR7 convertible gives you all of this with V8 power, factory-correct colors, and a value price. [13] To distinguish the model line from the Mustang, the Cougar adopted multiple design elements from larger Mercury vehicles. The first ten XR7-Gs were factory show vehicles with DSO codes of 84. 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. There were 101 Hertz Eliminators built in 1969, and 100 Hertz Eliminators built in 1970. [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. In 2002, Ford announced another restructuring of its model line, with 2002 marking the final year for the Cougar, Mercury Villager, Lincoln Continental, and Ford Escort. Rebuilt automatic transmission New V8 engine with 150 miles New brakes and brake lines New carpet New headlin more Over 4 weeks ago on Americanlisted $12,500 1967 Mercury Cougar Xr7 390 V8 Loaded CA Blk Plate Car Exc Driver L@@K Miami, FL 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. 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. 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). 1978 Mercury Cougar XR-7. [66] Designed specifically for the Mercury Cougar and Ford Thunderbird, the MN12 chassis retained the use of rear-wheel drive. 1978 Mercury Cougar XR-7Absolutely one of the nicest ones available for sale anywhere. During its production, the sixth-generation Cougar underwent several exterior revisions. Description: Used 1995 Mercury Cougar XR7 with RWD, Leather Seats, Alloy Wheels. Four exterior colors were available: white, bright blue metallic, competition orange, and bright yellow. 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. 19801982 Cougar XR-7 (standard roofline), 1982 Mercury Cougar wagon (standard trim), 1982 Mercury Cougar GS wagon (Ford Mustang wheels). 1950 Mercury Monarch. [60], From 1984 until 1986, the XR7 was equipped with a 2.3L turbocharged inline-4; shared with the Thunderbird Turbo Coupe, the engine produced 145hp with an automatic transmission (155hp with a manual transmission). [65] The trunk was fitted with a (non-functional) luggage rack.[65]. 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. 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. $6,500 Private Seller CC-1642743 1972 Mercury Cougar XR7 A 1967-1970 Cougar in this condition might . Drive it on your trailer. 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. 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. The 429 V8 was dropped, leaving the Cougar with three versions of the 351C V8. Car looks orange but could also be an orangish red. 1968 Mercury Cougar XR-7 project car. 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. [45], For 1976, the Cougar saw minor revisions to the interior. [57], The 2.3L inline-four was paired with a 5-speed manual transmission; a 3-speed automatic transmission was optional. To better accommodate big-block engines (such as the Ford 429), the Mustang/Cougar chassis was widened 3 inches; the front track was widened from 58.1 to 61.5 inches (only an inch narrower than the Panther-chassis Grand Marquis[30]).[31]. "In 1968, the only Ford product available with the . Just Cars is the place for classic, vintage and unique cars. While marketed in Europe and Australia under the Ford brand, the eighth-generation Mercury Cougar was the first Mercury car since the 19911994 Mercury Capri sold without a direct Ford model equivalent in North America. Under the hood is the very desirable "S code" 390-4V. 1968 Mercury Cougar XR-7 GT 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. 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. Of course, that isn't saying all that much. Both vehicles derive their underpinnings from the rear-wheel drive Ford Falcon unibody compact chassis architecture. [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. Price: $8,500.00. The Stevie Awards, the world's premier business awards recognized CL. The second-generation Cougar is the final version derived from the Ford Mustang and the final version offered as a convertible. [9] This engine produced 210hp (2-bbl) and 230hp (4-bbl); the former became standard on the XR-7. C2 (20012002 model years) available in either French Blue, Silver Frost, or Vibrant White, along with special blue interior accents. They were also identically optioned, with the exception of paint and interior trim colors, and the California Evaporative Emissions equipment required for the 1970 models sent to California. 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 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. 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. [29] While substantially upgraded, the rear-wheel drive chassis underpinnings remained derived from the Ford Falcon unibody architecture. 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. With the exception of Ford Blue Oval badging replacing Cougar emblems on the exterior and interior, both Ford and Mercury versions are essentially identical. [75] Equipped with 15-inch BBS alloy wheels, all examples were painted green with a tan interior (with green carpet). The upright notchback roofline underwent a major revision, with the controversial upswept quarter windows of the previous generation abandoned. [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. 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). 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. In front, the Mercury Cougar was configured with a short/long-arm wishbone suspension. 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. 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). For full car details see deluxe photo included. Ford of Venezuela marketed the Fox-platform Cougar from 1983 until 1986 as the Ford Cougar Brougham four-door sedan. 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. [75] To commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Mercury Cougar, for 1997, Mercury produced a 30th Anniversary Mercury Cougar XR7 as an option package. 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). A minor grille revision was one of the only exterior changes to the car from the 1971 models. 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. 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. For 1977, the Cougar was introduced in three trim levels: a base trim level and a Brougham trim (for wagons, a wood-paneled Villager trim was offered). Intended for release as the third generation of the Ford Probe, the model line shifted to Mercury as its development neared completion. Factory XR7. 19741976 Mercury Cougar XR-7 2-Door Hardtop. [citation needed] While this was considered attainable given enough road, the automatic transmission version could not reach this speed without significant engine modification. 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. portland > multnomah co > . [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. [61] For 1987 and 1988, the 4-speed AOD transmission was fitted to both the 3.8L and 4.9L engines. Model Cougar. 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. 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. [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). 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. 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 [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. This 1972 Mercury Cougar XR7 convertible has a newly installed power-retractable top and is powered by a 351ci V8 mated to a C6 three-speed automatic transmission. 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). NOT original drive train ( from 68 Cougar GT ). Make Mercury. $15,999. The team featured drivers, such as Captain Dan Gurney, Parnelli Jones, Peter Revson, David Pearson, and Ed Leslie. The Cougar XR7, like the Thunderbird, was the higher positioned personal luxury car version of the Cougar/LTD II. The Bosch-sourced sunroof assemblies were installed by the American Sunroof Corporation in Southgate, Michigan. 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. Mileage 62,946 miles below avg. Maroon Metallic. [15] While available on any Cougar, the sunroof was not a popular option. I put new gas tank, fuel pump, fuel sender, battery, newer holley carb and newer tires.
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