1969 Mercury Cougar

1969 Mercury Cougar XR-7 Hardtop For consignment, a 1969 Mercury Cougar XR-7 showing 84 miles but the true mileage is unknown. A numbers matching example, this car is one of one according to the Marti Report, (included but yet to be seen), and the only Cougar XR-7 428CJ with 3.25 gears and Traction-Lock. This is one of only eight produced in this color. Exterior Finished in Yellow, the Cougar is enhanced by a double black stripe on the central rise of the hood which not only has a growling cougar on the front, but CJ 428 embossed into the stripe just before it disappears under the hood scoop. This is all fronted of course by the hidden headlights that blend with the horizontal strakes of the grille over a black chin spoiler. Out back, the strakes are vertical over a light bar that runs the span of the tail, underscored by a straight chrome bumper, a yellow valance, and a pair of tailpipes. Oh, and lets not forget about the pedestal wing that adds more sportiness to this rare pony car. In profile, a black pinstripe runs the shoulder line accentuating the gentle lift after the quarter window and black 14-inch Styled Steel wheels with blue center caps complete the package, along with sport style side mirrors. Imperfections include some bubbling down low and some uneven filler. Interior Of the eight yellow XR-7 428s, seven of them had black bucket seats and this is one of them. These seats are constructed of black leather and the drivers seat shows some typical patina creasing and compression but all are in excellent condition, including the back leather seat, wonderfully stitched and robust. Black door panels mimic the pattern and include a courtesy light built in. Faux burlwood overlays dominate the view forward starting with the 3 spoke steering wheel followed by the gauge surround with speedometer and tachometer taking center stage among the four circles. Toggle switches, an AM radio with 8-track, and vent controls take up the center stack and burlwood surrounds a clock in front of your navigators cove. A Hurst shifter rises from the center console where we also find seat belt rests and a padded and hinged armrest, all based in black loop carpet in fine shape and topped by a perforated headliner also in good condition. The trunk is clean and lined in a plaid vinyl period mat. Drivetrain The heart of the cat is a cleanly presented, numbers matching 428ci Cobra Jet V8 rated at 335 horsepower and topped with a newer Holley 4-barrel carburetor, cooled by a newer aluminum radiator. Its backed by a rebuilt Toploader 4-speed manual transmission which our consignor states is also numbers matching and it sends power to the Ford 9 inch in back with 3.25 gears and TracLoc, the key feature that differentiates this car from others similarly equipped. Power brakes are supplied as front discs and rear drums. Undercarriage A glossy undercoating highlights a clean underside with virtually no surface rust and clean components including the knuckles. We note oil blow back from the engine covering the flooring, frame, oil pan, the flywheel cover, transmission drain plug, and one at the bottom of the rear diff. Our consignor states the exhaust is new and is dual style that enters stainless steel mufflers before exiting via steel pipes. Typical coil spring suspension up front with leaf springs out back. Drive-Ability Another day, another legend here at Classic Auto Mall, and were thrilled to prime the carb, turn the key, and let this Cougar roar its way onto the test loop. 70 series tires provide plenty of cushion and the engine has obvious power underfoot, while handling is typical for the time and adequate at speed. Our only demerits come with the radio not working and the very cool sequential tail lights not sequencing with turn indicators. Beyond that, shifts are crisp and all functions operate as they should. While Classic Auto Mall represents that these functions were working at the time of our test drive, we cannot guarantee these functions will be working at the time of your purchase. Show up at car shows and those unaware will ask you when you swapped in a 428. An informative show placard will save you from a lot of explaining, but talking at a car show is half the fun, right? And youll have plenty of talking to do when you introduce this rare car to the masses. You know what an Eliminator is right? Well, this aint it. . Cool factor is off the charts and so is rarity. If youre a Ford/Mercury collector, this ones for you. If youre new to collecting, this first purchase is approaching Holy Grail status. It comes with the original radiator and original Holley carburetor. Operators are standing by! 9F93R536923 9-1969 F-Dearborn, MI Assy Plant 93-Cougar XR7 Hardtop R-428ci Cobra Jet Ram Air V8 536923-Sequential Unit Number WARRANTY PLATE BODY 65B-Cougar XR7 Hardtop COLOR W-Yellow TRIM 6A-Black Leather Buckets DATE 02A-January 2nd DSO 16-Philadelphia AXLE R-Ford 9 3.25 TracLoc TRANS 6-Close Ratio 4-Speed Manual Classic Auto Mall is home to more than 1,000 classic and collectible vehicles for sale via consignment in a climate controlled 336,000-square foot showroom (thats more than 8 acres!). The largest single location consignment dealer of classic and collectible vehicles in the country is located in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visit www.classicautomall.com or call us at (888) 227-0914. Contact us anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person. There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee is not included in the advertised price.