Vehicle Description
If you're a fan of '60s muscle, it seems like everywhere you turn
you see MoPar this or GM that. It's almost as if a large segment of
the hobby has simply forgotten about all the hot cars Ford produced
during Detroit's golden era. Or, maybe it's just selective memory.
And maybe GM and MoPar guys are too ashamed to admit that cars like
this sweet Mercury Cougar, a correct, rotisserie restored cruiser,
are much cooler and much more exclusive than their beloved
classics. At any rate, the proof is on the pavement. And if you buy
this fully sorted piece of Americana, you'll be able to school 'the
other guys' on the road AND at the show. Are you a diehard Ford fan
who's looking for some rock-solid muscle that's stylish, powerful
and roomy enough to take your other-minded friends on enlightening
journeys? Then this slick Merc is just the car you need!
RETRO-CHIC
Originally constructed for the Canadian market, this slick Cougar
has been subjected to a detailed rotisserie restoration that
ensured a correct and tidy appearance. A big part of the car's
fantastic appeal includes glossy Glacier Blue 2-stage. And today,
the coupe rolls as a top-notch classic that turns the best
attributes of Motor City history in to glorious road trips and
years of weekend adventures! At the leading edge of this old school
pony, a prominent Mercury badge splits an ornate, "Cougar" branded
grille, which hides bright headlights behind a squared bumper and
bullet-style parking lamps. At the top of that grille, a cursive
"Mercury" script leads the eye to stainless-trimmed glass that's
caged behind satin wipers, a standard mirror and bright vinyl
roofing. At the sides of that glass, fashionable marker lamps cage
stylish rocker trim, traditional door handles and Canadian-spec
displacement emblems. And at the back of those lamps, fast "Cougar"
branding leads sequential taillights, which float between a trick
trunk lock, small reverse lamps, a second cursive "Mercury" script
and a second squared bumper.
6.5 LITRES
Befitting the Cougar's origins as Dearborn's luxury pony car, this
classy coupe draws motivation from 390 cubic inches of Ford FE V8.
At the top of that Ford Blue block, a polished and decaled air
cleaner feeds a big Holley carburetor, which is wedded to a cast
iron intake, clean stainless fluid lines and a stylish K&N
filter. At the front of that plane, a traditional points
distributor sequences spark through pliable Pertronix plug wires.
At the sides of that distributor, polished "Power By Ford" valve
covers seat a polished breather over correct, cast exhaust
manifolds. Cooling is provided by a shrouded radiator, which cycles
water through pliable Autolite hoses and old school squeeze clamps.
And, aesthetically, the car's satin engine bay looks good enough to
show off to anyone!
RESTORED TO CRUISE
Behind the car's reliable powerplant, a cooled C6 3-speed drives a
rebuilt Ford axle. That versatile drivetrain rides a factory
suspension that's been augmented with dual sway bars and KYB
Gas-a-Just shocks. At the front of that chassis, factory power
steering makes for easy turns. Competent stops are provided by
retrofitted power discs. Between those binders, aluminized exhaust
shuttles spent gases through an H-shaped crossover and throaty
Dynomax mufflers. Power meets the pavement through attractive
Styled Steel Wheels, which spin 205/70R14 Michelin X Radials around
snazzy Mercury profiles. And the whole kit is framed in clean
Glacier Blue floors.
MOSTLY ORIGINAL
Open the doors and you'll find a Deluxe vinyl interior that, apart
from fresh carpet, is 100% original to the car. At the center of
that cockpit, factory bench and bucket seats are restrained by
optional shoulder belts. In front of those seats, a modernist dash
hangs roulette-style telemetry above a modern Custom Autosound head
unit. Below that dash, a long console surfs a polished shifter
behind hidden Auto Meter accessory gauges. The driver turns a faux
wood steering wheel around a Tilt-Away column. And the passengers
stow essentials in a fully restored trunk that features a correct
jack and full-size spare tire.
VEHICLE SALE INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTATION AND
ACCESSORIES
A vintage Owner's Manual
Vintage factory literature
Deluxe Marti Report
Pictures of all the car's pertinent drivetrain numbers
A large display board
A vintage FoMoCo 8-track player
When it comes to maximizing the amount of metal your money buys,
you simply can't go wrong with a timeless pony car. Thanks to its
thorough restoration, this awesome Merc is a great driving piece
that's fun, historic and reliable. If you're looking for a stylish
classic that commands respect on both the boulevard and the show
field, this super cool Cougar is just your style!
HIGHLIGHTS
The beneficiary of a detailed rotisserie restoration
Correct 390 cubic inch Ford FE V8
Correct C6 3-speed automatic transmission
Power steering
4-wheel power disc brakes
Mostly-original Deluxe vinyl interior
Correct Glacier Blue paint
14-inch Styled Steel Wheels
Deluxe Marti Auto Works Report
