1968 Mercury Cougar XR7 "One Rare Cat" X-Code 390 C-6 Auto Triple-Black
Description
Uniquely rare, wonderfully preserved and well documented! This stunning Black-Tie Cougar XR7 carries rock solid dry climate Southern California Black Plate history. Feature highlights include Onyx Black with original Black vinyl top, Black Leather trim/interior and rare X-Code 390-2V 280HP C-6 Transmission. Please study our complete Marti-Report spec decode and featured "Legendary Ford" magazine article. From the front folding headlights to the rear sequential turn signals, this is "One Rare Cat"!
We welcome your call anytime, specific questions and/or purchase consideration. Contact Brian at Spuds Garage 208-890-0337...
Equipment/Specifications/Notes
Vehicle Identification: ID#8R93X*****, 8 = 1968, R = Built at San Jose, CA, 93 = Cougar XR-7 2-Door Hardtop, X = 390-2V 280HP V8 Engine, 514166 = San Jose Build Vin# Sequence.
Data Tag Original: 65B = Cougar XR-7 2-Door, A = Onyx Black Paint #1724A, 6A Black Leather Bucket Seats, 26B = Scheduled Build 02/26/1968, 52 = Los Angeles District Sales Office, 1 = 2.75 Conventional Rear Axle, U = C-6 Select Shift Automatic Transmission.
Order Details: Stock Order, DSO Item #7811, Dealer #52A280 Lynch Lincoln Mercury 1229 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90404.
Options As Built: Black Vinyl Roof, E70x14 Wide Oval White Sidewall Tires, Center Console, Tilt-Away Steering Wheel, Power Disc Brakes, Power Steering, Air Conditioner Whisper-Aire, AM/FM Stereo Radio, Tinted Glass, Door Edge Guards, Front and Rear Bumper Guards.
Important Dates: Order Received 02/12/68, Car Serialized 02/14/68, Bucked 02/21/68, Scheduled For Build 02/26/68, Actually Built 02/23/68, Released 02/28/68, Sold 04/15/68.
Historical Statistics: This 1968 Cougar XR-7 Hardtop was One of: 1,098 With this Paint code, 373 With these Paint/Trim Codes, 2,037 With these Engine/Transmission Codes, 4,611 Ordered from this DSO, 4,675 With AM/FM Stereo Radio.
Research/Notes: As Factory Spec Built, Rock Solid & Well Protected, "California Black-Plate Only Car", Sold New at Lynch Lincoln Mercury Santa Monica CA, Non-Modified Survivor, One Professional Onyx Black Exterior Re-Finish (estimated at 20/25+ years age), Original Black Vinyl Top, Original Black Leather/Trim Interior, "Original Engine/Trans" Rare X Code 390-2V 280HP C-6 Transmission (verified professionally rebuilt approx 5K miles), NEW E70x14 Wide Oval White Sidewall Tires (02/25), "Original" Matching Spare & Jack Assembly, New Dual Exhaust (02/25). Item Notes: Runs/drive's well, A/C not blowing cold / blowers-controls are functional, Philco AM Radio (not connected-updated console rear ashtray exit remote audio device connections-dated type not tested).
PLEASE SEE: 11/03 Legendary Ford Magazine Feature Article "One Rare Cat" and call with your specific questions. Thank You, Spudman
Known Facts
Free/Clear Texas Dealer Owned/Sold-Arizona Storage Location
Please Read: All Vehicles posted by Spuds Garage are Sold “As-Is Where Is” by the respective owner(s). We have personally documented, operated, photographed and verified ownership of all the vehicles posted within, every attempt has been made to describe all vehicles correctly (visually 136+ Posted photos at www.spudsgarage.com with HD Video, verbal and written communications). Statements of history, repairs, condition and/or equipment etc are that of the actual owner. Prior to placement, every owner/seller has Proof Read the advertisement and approves of the description/statements within. Any vehicle 10 years old or older is considered exempt by federal government mileage standards and most classics are titled with miles as exempt. We will be happy to answer all questions from a serious buyer/bidder and you do have a right to an in person inspection prior to full payment. Thank You... Questions? Contact Brian 208-890-0337
