Vehicle Description
This 1978 Mercury Cougar represents a very cool vintage package. It
has a true classic vibe with two-tone paint, wide whitewalls, a
plush interior, and V8 power. But there are also some cool updates
- like the Bluetooth radio - to tell you that this vintage Cougar
is ready to continue cruising in modern times.
This is something quite unique and fun. The trim tag tells us this
was born a light blue coupe, but the color it wears today is more
like a tropical ocean hue. Plus, a premium Mercury like this comes
with full-length trim, and so this takes full advantage of that by
using it as a dividing line for a two-tone with a deep/dark blue on
the bottom. It's the kind of classic style that you'd probably see
on the ultra-custom Mercury lead sleds of a few decades prior, and
so you just know this one loves to cruise. In fact, they even added
real wire wheels and proper classic whitewalls. It makes for an
impressive style, but the really impressive part is how it's still
a true driver. So nothing here is too overly done. It's just a
clean-looking car with sensible modifications like tinted windows
and polished dual exhaust tips. So it rides nice and feels like a
normal classic American out on the streets.
The sea of blue continues inside. The condition of the seats, door
panels, dash, carpeting, and all the other fundamentals have a
quality and classic presentation so that hopping in feels like a
time capsule. Even the wood-like trim is looking quite nice. These
were intermediate-sized in the 1970s, but today that means big room
for comfort. The front has a fold-down armrest for individual
space, and the rear has plenty of legroom. And while this one is
great to share with family and friends, it's also centered around
the driver. You get a grippy dual-spoke steering wheel, and the
five-round gauge cluster has a sporty look. It feels luxurious with
factory features within an easy read like provisions for air
conditioning (it will need servicing) and power windows. Plus,
while the classic radio is still on display, under the dash is a
modern AM/FM/CD stereo with USB and Bluetooth for the best in
modern driving music.
The highly authentic engine bay is always nice to see in a car of
this era. After all, a Ford/Mercury motor like the 351 Windsor V8
is a hardy powerhouse that loves to run for generations. In fact,
with the way this one runs strong, and there are details like the
newer aluminum radiator, you get a true cruiser feeling in the
classic. So you'll love taking it out on the road. After all, the
three-speed automatic transmission, power steering, and power
brakes with discs up front all make this Mercury a terrific choice
for a vintage boulevard king.
Complete with the original warranty card, this coupe gives you a
feeling of both premium and distinct for an affordable price. So
don't miss this true cruiser coupe. Call today!!!
