1969 Mercury Cougar Xr-7 5.8l on 2040-cars
Clarinda, Iowa, United States
Fuel Type:GAS
Engine:5.8L 5752CC 351Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
Vehicle Title:Clear
For Sale By:Private Seller
Make: Mercury
Model: Cougar
Mileage: 114,892
Trim: XR-7
Exterior Color: Green
Interior Color: Green
Drive Type: U/K
Number of Cylinders: 8
This car has a 351 CI Windsor engine with Cleveland 4V closed chamber heads-very strong engine. FMX automatic transmission, 9" rear end, and new Flowmaster muffler with custom tail pipes. It has new power steering, new Edelbrock carburetor with electric choke, new radiator and thermostat, and all new hoses and belts. The original radio still works. It has original interior. After 17 years of storage this car has had alot of work completed. The car was painted a few years ago and is very sound. It is a real looker.
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