Vehicle Description
Survivor is a term thrown around too easily today, so to understand
what perseverance really looks like, check out this 1973 Mercury
Cougar XR7 convertible. It's a loaded machine that is presented in
a highly original and very '70s-style color combo.
The Cougar was built to be a Mustang in a dinner jacket, and 1973
was the last year Mercury fulfilled that promise. By the next year
it would grow in size, weight, and there was no convertible option.
The Ivy Bronze Metallic paint is believed to be original to the
car, and so it almost seems like a tribute to the last of the great
Mercury cats. It is amazing how everything still looks so complete
on this car from its 45+ years. The chrome bumpers are bright; the
lenses are clean and clear; and the body is complete, right down to
the XR7 badges. The only addition we can spot are those polished
American Racing Torq Thrust wheels. And they just seem fitting
considering they are a period-correct style and they add to the
shine of this distinct Mercury.
The green interior has a very cool look against the darker green
exterior. So if you like '70s style this one really delivers. XR7
was the top of the line for the Cougar, so you can certainly expect
this one to be loaded. It starts with the high back bucket seats
with a comfortable center console in-between. There are nice
features, like power locks, a color-matched convertible boot cover,
and the factory AM/FM stereo. Plus, power windows and a power
convertible top mean you never have to leave the driver's seat to
go from enclosed comfort to a wind-in-your-hair experience. There
are even provisions for factory air conditioning. The whole package
does show some signs of its age, but with this level of
originality, we really just thank it's a signpost to tell people
this is a survivor. Those who have driven Mustangs from this era
will find something familiar about the layout of this Cougar,
except there's an added premium feel. For example, you still have
the same sporty sloping dashboard setup, but now there's more
wood-like trim and a substantially larger gauge package.
Under the hood is Ford's famous 351 cubic-inch V8. This is believed
to be original to the car, and just like the rest of this Cougar,
it's showing a high degree of originality. Of course, the ribbed
valve covers and XR7 badge on the air topper can't help but flaunt
some of this car's style. More than just fashionable, this V8 likes
to please with power. It inhales deeply from the four-barrel
carburetor, and it exhales with a sweet sound of the dual exhaust.
These were built to be true cruisers, and so you get nice driving
features like a three-speed automatic transmission, power steering,
and power brakes w/discs up front.
Complete with maintenance records, this is the cool-looking
survivor-grade convertible offered for a terrific price. Don't miss
out, call today!