1973 Mercury Cougar

The 1973 Mercury Cougar XR-7 Convertibleis a documented Q-code 351Cobra Jet example equipped with its factoryfour-speed manual transmission. This Cougar isone of just 64 XR-7 convertibles produced with the351-CJ, four speed and convertiblecombination for the 1973 model year. Finished in Gold Glamour MetallicwithGinger leather bucket seatsand a power blackconvertibletop,this Cougar is inoverallgreat condition!With its uncommon drivetrain specification, believed original mileage, andwell optionedfactory equipment, this Cougar isawonderful findfor Ford enthusiasts! The Cougar XR-7 Cobra Jet occupied a unique place in the early 1970s performance market by combining the long-hood styling and luxury appointments Mercury was known for with genuine factory muscle car hardware. The XR-7 Cobra Jet delivered performance and luxury in one package, which is exactly why low-production examples like thisfactoryfour-speed convertible have become increasingly respected among collectors.This Cougarisa Dearborn-built XR-7 convertible originally equipped with the Q-code 351 Cobra Jet V8. The Marti Report shows a scheduled build date of April 3, 1973, finished in Gold Glamour Metallic withGingerLeather interior and a black power convertible top. Factory equipment includes power steering, power front disc brakes, power windows,four waypower driver seat, AM/FM stereo radio,sports console with clock,styled steel wheels, center console, tinted glass, andSelectAireair conditioning.This Cougar has all the desirable features when it was built and is a rare find! The exterior of this Cougar is in overallgreatcondition,and the GoldGlamourMetallic paint shows goodlusterandshinethroughout.There are some areas showing age and use.Chrome bumpers, grille trim, wheel moldings, and exterior brightwork areinexcellent condition.The black power convertible topis in excellentcondition. The headlights, fog lights, turn signals, reverselightsand windshield wipers are in working condition.The Cougar has dual side mirrors, antenna,Ginger leather boot cover, BF Goodrich radial tires and steel wheels. This Cougar is beautiful in the color combination andready to drivecondition! The Cougar is trimmed in Ginger leather, woodgrain dash and brown carpets that is in overall excellent condition!The brown carpet and floor mats werereplaced in late 2025.The tachometer, speedometer, oil pressure gauge, amperage gauge, fuel gauge, and radio are functioning. The clock does not work.The Cougar has A/C,heat, defrost andAM/FM radio.This Cougar is ingreat conditionand is ready to be enjoyed! Power comes from the original Q-code 351 Cobra Jet V8 paired with its factoryfour-speed manual transmissionwith Hurst shifterandMotorcraft2-barrel carburetor.The 351-CJ produces 264 horsepower and 314lbs of torque.The Cougar has power steering,power front disc brakes with rear drums,and dual exhaust.The Cougar was serviced in 12/2025and a new battery replaced in 5/2025.This is aroad-readymuscle car that is a blast to dr