1970 Mercury Cougar Eliminator Convertible on 2040-cars

VIN: 0F92H513179 Year: 1970
Number of Cylinders: 8
Make: Mercury
Model: Cougar
Trim: Eliminator Package
Options: Convertible
Drive Type: Automatic
Mileage: 92,484
Sub Model: Eliminator Convertible
Disability Equipped: No
Exterior Color: Blue
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Interior Color: Black

Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ... 

1970 Mercury Cougar Eliminator Convertible         This is a very rare chance to own a one of a kind muscle car convertible. Mercury only made 2200 Eliminators in 1970, and they were all hardtops. However, they made a mere 1977 Cougar XR-7 convertible's, and 2322 Cougar convertible's making this sweet convertible just about as rare and desirable as a genuine Eliminator. Why they never made an Eliminator convertible we'll never know, but this one has virtually all of the awesome Eliminator items on it except the top goes down. This Cougar that I've always believed to be an XR-7, since that's what it says on the hood, has the awesome front and rear spoilers, and the bold hood scoop with the Eliminator striping kit. These 60's and 70's muscle cars have incredible investment potential, and have been referred to as rolling bank accounts. Remember, When the top goes down, the price goes up! I can't see anyone not loving this car at first sight! I picked this car up in the late 1980's, and never planned on selling it, but some pressing financial issues have arose, so this cat needs to find a new home. I have an open, clean, and clear title in my name. This car was garaged in Illinois from the moment I bought it until I moved up to Kenosha. The previous owner was just finishing up a complete restoration on this Mercury when I made the purchase. He was forced to part with it, because his job was moving him to Texas. He said he replaced all of the floor pans, both quarter panels and fenders, but used the original doors. I recently found out that apparently they didn't make aftermarket quarter panels back then, so most likely these were original FoMoCo quarter panels that the prior owner used when he restored this car. According to him this car was his pride and joy! He had a top notch body shop put what he classified as a show quality paint job on this car. The show quality work has long faded away, but this Eliminator still appears in pretty good condition. Naturally to make it super nice again it would have to be restored. He said he completely re-built the original engine, and the original FMX transmission. It had zero miles on the 351 Windsor engine when I got it, so all I remember doing was driving it very gently for 500 miles like a new engine should be driven to break it in. Then I have to admit, I romped on it. After all, I waited 500 miles to hit that gas pedal. It was nice to be young! As the story goes, I stored it away in a garage until about 2005 when it came up to Wisconsin, and I haven't driven it since. The engine hasn't been fired in over 20 years, so it will need to be gone through by the new owner. Several years ago I did pull the plugs and spray lubricant into the cylinders. That's why the spark plug wires are off. The engine was just detailed for this spur of the moment sale. It has no battery and there was no attempt made to fire it up again. From what I remembered the 351 Windsor moved pretty good, but I was always looking around for a 428 or a 429 to drop in this bad cat. I don't know Ford's that well, but I think this one has the 9" rear-end. The only things missing when I made the purchase were the wheel well opening moldings, which were just installed brand new, and the convertible top. Since I was never planning on selling it, I didn't get around to having the new black top installed until about 2 summers ago. It does have a new proper folding back glass window. I never used the top until I put it down to take these pictures, so it should last for many years to come. The carpet is brand new and was installed this week with a new set of black floor mats. I showed a picture of how nice the floors were before the carpet was installed. The front bucket seats were reupholstered, and sitting in my basement covered for about 5 years, so they were just installed after the carpet. There is a matching set of four P225/70SR14 inch Grand Prix Radial G/T raised white lettered tires with like new tread mounted on Magnum 500 wheels. All four wheels have new chrome lug nuts with all four center caps, and all four beauty trim rings. The trunk floor is in very good condition, and was coated with black and aqua spatter spray to make it appear factory correct. The trunk also has the correct factory styled trunk mat that I purchased years ago from Ken's Cougars. The trunk carries a full size Magnum 500 spare with an original restored jack and crow bar. This way if there is ever a mishap on the road with a quick tire change you can still look complete. I had even purchased the proper cardboard inserts for both sides of the trunk pan. Those are included in the trunk. I showed a picture of the sequential box still mounted properly. The front and rear bumpers were both replaced way back then, and they were perfect, but now I would just rate them as drivers quality condition. The original dash pad is in very nice shape, and I couldn't find any cracks anywhere. This Mercury still has its original AM/FM stereo mounted in the proper place. The options include the factory tachometer, power steering, power disc brakes, and a power top. These older classics that have survived for over 40 years are becoming harder and harder to find, especially in this color combination. The Nada Classic Car Price Guide currently has the 1970 Mercury XR-7 Convertible listed at $42,665 in high condition, $25,300 in average condition, and $13,742 in the lowest condition. The lowest condition value would be considered as the price for a car needing a complete restoration. I'm not saying that this is a Barrett-Jackson museum piece by any stretch of the imagination, but the last owner attempted to bring it close to those standards all those years ago. Just for the record, Volo Classic Car Museum in Volo Illinois said they could have gotten $25,000 for this Mercury back in the early 90's. I believe once this Cougar is back running wherever it's driven will be the spectacle of the neighborhood. Whatever this classic convertible ends up selling for in this "No Reserve" auction is a win/win investment. This convertible is an investment that I feel confident saying it will continue to rise as these cars have shown to consistently escalate in value. This car is for the guy or girl that always wanted one back in high school, or maybe wants to show off at their high school reunion to prove how cool they still are. Here is a prime opportunity to acquire your dream car at a nominal price. I try to list everything as accurately as possible when I write a description, so every potential bidder can make the most informed decision prior to placing their bid. If you feel I may have left anything out please ask as many questions as you like. I pride myself in answering every question in explicit detail with the utmost honesty. What you see is exactly what you get! This car is being offered at "No Reserve" on a quick 3-day listing. It will sell to the highest bidder on Monday evening at 5:00pm Pacific, 7:00pm Central, or 8:00pm Eastern time depending on your location. I have to say that this is one of the coolest looking muscle cars you will ever see on the street being a convertible with the hideaway headlights, and the sequential rear turn signals. Don't forget to get your bids in before the Monday Night Football game between the New York Jets, and the Atlanta Falcons game starts. This way you'll have something to talk about during the game.  Bid now and bid often!!Thank You for taking the time to view my auction!!! Good Luck and Happy Bidding!!!