This 1969 Mercury Cougar presents superbly following a recent refurbishment. From its sparkling paint to its spotless interior, there is much to like about this beauty. It also demonstrates how the classic world is open to interpretation. The seller… more»
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Coach Built Neo Luxury! 1988 Tiffany Classic
It’s said that Jerry Garcia, at least on one occasion, compared The Grateful Dead’s music to licorice, stating that many people don’t like that flavor, but those who do really like it. The same holds true for most Neo-classic… more»
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No Reserve: 1967 Mercury Cougar
I acknowledge that we haven’t reached the mid-point of 2026, but this 1967 Mercury Cougar could potentially be one of this year’s best buys. “Why is that?” I hear you ask. Well, the seller has listed this classic with… more»
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9k Mile Survivor: 1979 Mercury Cougar XR-7
The Mercury Cougar is one of those cars that seemed to change and adapt to market trends successfully, starting out as a pony car in 1967 as a corporate counterpart of the Ford Mustang. Buyers loved it, and the… more»
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Survivor Cat: 1973 Mercury Cougar Convertible
I clearly remember the first time I saw a new for ’67 Mercury Cougar – and I thought it was fabulous! I hadn’t been much of a Mustang fan, though it wasn’t long before I came to realize that… more»
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1-of-1: 1968 Mercury Cougar XR-7
Rarity is a question that invariably sparks debate in the classic world. There is no doubt that some cars command a premium due to an unusual combination of factory options, while the values of others may be unaffected. That… more»
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9,827 Original Miles: 1979 Mercury Cougar XR-7
It’s not a super rare occasion that a low-mileage “Luxury Liner” from the 1970’s pops up for sale here on Barn Finds. They usually fall into the Cadillac Eldorado, Lincoln Mark IV, or Buick Riviera category…an expensive luxury car… more»
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Rare 4-Speed: 1972 Mercury Cougar XR-7
This 1972 Mercury Cougar XR-7 with a 351-cubic-inch Cobra Jet V-8, a four-speed manual and 73,000 miles is described as “very rare,” and offered by a dealer in Salem, Ohio here on eBay. The asking price is a fairly… more»
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Nicely Optioned: 1969 Mercury Cougar XR-7
Although it isn’t pristine, this 1969 Mercury Cougar XR-7 is a rock-solid classic that presents as a driver-grade vehicle. What makes this Mercury special is its factory options, which provide excellent performance and a luxurious motoring experience. The only… more»
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Almost Free Cheap Wheels: 2000 Mercury Cougar
The Cougar was Mercury’s best-selling car from its inception in 1967 to its retirement in 2002. Over these 35 years, it competed in lots of different classes, first as a pony car and last as a sport compact. The… more»
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Only 2,250 Made: 1969 Mercury Cougar Eliminator
Ford Motor Company in the 1960s had a thing about April introductions. Maybe they considered it good luck; after all, the Mustang certainly went on to do good things after its April 17, 1964, unveiling at the New York… more»
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No Reserve: 49k Mile 1967 Mercury Cougar
It’s interesting how some classics make an unforgettable first impression. I clearly remember the first time I saw a 1967 Mercury Cougar, because I was immediately drawn to its front styling with concealed headlamps. This Cougar features that styling… more»
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BF Auction: 1968 Mercury Cougar XR-7
Some cars carry their history with them, not just in paperwork but in how carefully they’ve been treated over the decades. This 1968 Mercury Cougar XR-7—now listed as a Barn Finds Auction—has that kind of story. It shows around… more»
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Rare 390 V8 Drop-Top: 1969 Mercury Cougar XR7
Mercury joined the pony car scene in 1967 with the Cougar, an upscale alternative to the Ford Mustang. It was popular enough to claim third place in the sales race (behind the Chevy Camaro). Mercury delivered 100,000 Cougars in… more»
BF Exclusive: 1969 Mercury Cougar
When Mercury launched the Cougar in 1967, it was designed to be a more refined alternative to Ford’s wildly successful Mustang. Built on the same platform but with unique styling and a touch of luxury, the Cougar stood apart… more»
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Parts Included: 1968 Mercury Cougar Project
I like sixties vintage Mustangs as much as the next guy, but it’s the first-gen Mercury Cougar, such as this 1968 project, that really speaks to me. Why? I dunno, the Cougar seems to present a more serious vibe,… more»
