Returning from the previous generation, the Cougar XR-7 continued as a personal luxury coupe. The seventh-generation Mercury Cougar is built upon the Ford MN12 platform. 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. Not sure what's wrong with it. Adapting much of the equipment of the previous LS, the 1993 XR7 adapted chrome exterior trim and a standard digital instrument cluster, with four-wheel disc brakes becoming an option. For its seventh generation, the Cougar introduced the MN12 platform. Price: $5,990. 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). Yes it's available. [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. 1 watched in the last 24 hours. LOOKING FOR A GOOD HOME. Also have many extra interior and exterior parts available. [55] To reduce production costs, the two model lines shared exterior body parts, including front and rear bumpers, both doors, the windshield, the hood, and front fenders. The GS trim was largely used for internal purposes, with advertising dropping the designation entirely. As a mid-year change, Mercury introduced the Boss 302 V8 on April 1, 1969, in conjunction with the introduction of the Cougar Eliminator (with the Boss 302 engine being exclusive to the Eliminator). An outstanding unrestored two-owner car with only 29,xxx miles from new. While coupes had traditionally been offered in Lincoln-Mercury dealerships for several decades, the shift of the Cougar to the sports compact segment presented a challenge to sales personnel acquainted with marketing luxury-segment vehicles to new-car buyers along with attracting younger buyers into Mercury showrooms. [15] While available on any Cougar, the sunroof was not a popular option. 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. Just Cars is the place for classic, vintage and unique cars. Concave taillamp lenses remained but with revised trim bezels, in addition to revised side marker lights. Mercury Cougar XR7-G Production Data A total of 619 XR7-Gs were built. type: coupe. About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features NFL Sunday Ticket Press Copyright . The sixth generation Cougar (replacing the XR7) reverted the model line solely to the two-door coupe body style. [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. [2] The Cougar was offered with nearly every Mercury option (including speed control), with the sole exception of power windows. [74], Alongside the LS and both versions of the XR7, several limited editions of the Cougar were produced. 1950 FORD MONARCH 2 DOOR COUPE. Both the Cougar XR-7 and mid-size Cougar were produced using the Ford Fox platform. Immaculate Condition. [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). 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 taillights adapted simpler trim, set horizontally within the bumper (in line with full-size Mercury vehicles). 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. Classifieds for 1951 to 1970 Mercury Vehicles. The second-generation Cougar is the final version derived from the Ford Mustang and the final version offered as a convertible. City: Naches. 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. 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. 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). "Cougarrare, elusive, the most magnificent cat in North America." 1972 Cougar sales brochure. Email: [email protected] Address: 7400 E Monte Cristo Ave Scottsdale, AZ 85260 . Click the link above for more info and photos. For 1978, two new decor packages became available, the XR-7 Decor Option and the Midnight/Chamois Decor Option. Engine Type Gasoline. Intended for release as the third generation of the Ford Probe, the model line shifted to Mercury as its development neared completion. 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. [55], As with the previous generation, 14-inch wheels and tires were standard, with Michelin TRX tires and metric-size wheels as an option (shared with the Thunderbird and Capri/Mustang). 1,641 1995 MERCURY COUGAR XR7. [71], 1997 Mercury Cougar 30th Anniversary Edition, At its launch, the seventh-generation Mercury Cougar retained the same model trims as before, with the LS geared towards luxury and convenience features and the XR7 geared towards performance and handling. An outstanding unrestored two-owner car with only 29,xxx miles from new. 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). Register today at SalvageAutosAuction.com! This car features the X-Code 390-2V V8 that produced 280hp. 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. Virtual Appointments Video Walkarounds Driveway Delivery Champion Auto Sales II INC Rochester, NY 1973 Mercury Cougar $ 26,900 $ 467 /mo* 50,000 miles Days Listed 121 [63] As part of the introduction of the XR7, the model introduced an instrument panel including a tachometer and turbocharger boost gauge. Car looks orange but could also be an orangish red. Please Note The Following **Vehicle Location is at our clients home and Not In Cadillac, Michigan. A minor grille revision was one of the only exterior changes to the car from the 1971 models. The first-generation Cougar was offered in two trims, an unnamed Standard trim, and the XR-7 trim (introduced in early 1967). The 428 Cobra Jet was the largest Cougar engine, rated at 335hp (with or without Ram Air).[12]. After the Cougar changed to the Thunderbird platform in 1974, the body style was raced in NASCAR. Runs and drives, automatic transmission, original gauges and instrumentation work. Classifieds for Classic Mercury Cougar XR7. In front, the Mercury Cougar was configured with a short/long-arm wishbone suspension. The fourth-generation Cougar underwent a revision of its powertrain offerings, largely in the interest of fuel economy. Ford also sold this generation of Cougar in Europe and Australia as the Ford Cougar. 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. 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). Triple Black Big Block 390 V8, auto. 1969 Mercury Cougar XR7. The list price on this car was $3,323, or about $23,997 in 2022 dollars. The model line was fitted with front disc and rear drum brakes, with power-assisted brakes becoming standard in 1973. To distinguish the model line from the Mustang, the Cougar adopted multiple design elements from larger Mercury vehicles. 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). 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). 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). [72][73], For 1993, Mercury revised the Cougar model line, with the XR7 becoming the sole trim level, dropping the LS and the monochromatic sport-oriented XR7 (eliminating some overlap with the Ford Thunderbird). Though sharing its front fascia with the standard Cougar, the XR-7 was distinguished with its own roofline (with its own hardtop-style windows), louvers on the opera windows, and its own rear fascia. 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). 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, For 1967 and 1968, to commemorate the success of the model line in competition, Mercury offered the Dan Gurney Special appearance option, available on both the Standard and XR-7 models. 1973 Mercury Cougar. The Ford Contour/Mercury Mystique (Ford Mondeo MkII) ended production in 2000, with the Cougar outliving it by two model years. Specs and Options; Description; Engine. Mechanics special. XR-7 interior including leather seat upholstery; woodgrained dash with tachometer, trip odometer, oil pressure and amp gauges; map lights; rear seat courtesy lighting Unique interior console with. [66] Designed specifically for the Mercury Cougar and Ford Thunderbird, the MN12 chassis retained the use of rear-wheel drive. 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. [57][60] For 1988, the exterior of the Cougar underwent no changes, introducing several monochromatic paint options. runs great, was in garage for 30 years. [58] For 1987, the XR7 dropped the turbocharged engine (and 5-speed manual transmission) in favor of the 4.9L V8. 19801982 Cougar XR-7 (standard roofline), 1982 Mercury Cougar wagon (standard trim), 1982 Mercury Cougar GS wagon (Ford Mustang wheels). [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. [69] For 1996, the Cougar received a major restyling sharing its entire front fascia with the Ford Thunderbird except for the front bumper cover and grille. 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]. 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. [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. A four-barrel "street" version of the Boss 302 produced 290hp, while a 2x4-barrel "racing" version was officially rated at the same 290hp. Miles 59,868. [9][10] As a mid-year option, a 428 Cobra Jet Ram Air was introduced on April 1, 1968,[11] officially rated at 335hp. To improve the crashworthiness, the design added three inches to the overall length. **We do have a showroom . [12] The 390 was offered solely as a 320hp four-barrel. [10] The newly introduced GT-E was introduced with a 427 cubic-inch V8, officially rated at 390hp. 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. While unchanged in displacement, this engine was an all-new design. 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). 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. 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 convertible body style was added to the model line, available for both standard and XR-7 trims; a power-operated top was standard.[17]. 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. 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. For its first two generations, the Cougar was derived from the Ford Mustang. [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. The only engine available in the 1994-1997 Cougar was Ford's modern and (generally) very reliable 4.6-liter SOHC Modular V8. I put new gas tank, fuel pump, fuel sender, battery, newer holley carb and newer tires. The Cougar XR7 was offered with two V8 engines.