Beautiful 1971 Mercury Cougar Xr-7 Convertible on 2040-cars
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States
Body Type:Convertible
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:351 CJ
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Number of Cylinders: 8
Make: Mercury
Model: Cougar
Trim: Convertible
Options: Leather Seats, Convertible
Drive Type: Rear Wheel Drive
Power Options: Power Windows
Mileage: 89,894
Sub Model: XR-7
Exterior Color: Atomic Orange
Number of Doors: 2
Interior Color: Two-tone Tan - Original
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
This is a very nice daily driver. I'm sorry to sell this car but I need to make room. This car has spent most of it's life in California and Arizona. I have owned it for 8 years. During that time have have fixed or replaced many things, such as: Sequential tail light system now works, Trans and rear main seals have been replaced, new power top motor, new alternator, power steering pump, water pump, radiator, dashboard redone, valve job, original carb professionally rebuilt, sun visors, interior rear window m irror, points, plugs, wires, complete exhause pipes and dual mufflers, 4 new tires.The car belonged to a Snow Bird who lived up north but kept the car either in California or Arizona. The body is very straight, the paint is 6 months old. It has not even been color sanded yet although it looks great the way it is. There are two bucket seats with a console between them. There is a 8-track player and AM/FM radion. The radio works great, the 8 track is intermittent. The dash and everything associated with it is beautiful. The top and power windows work fine. It still has the original leather interior with Cougar Logo seat backs. The interior needs a bit of work. I didn't know whether to keep the original or replace it so I have done neither. It's all there. The top is tan and has a glass rear window which needs to be restitched. The cars starts every time and is fun to drive, it gets a ton of looks. If you have any questions please ask. I have included many photos.
On May-02-13 at 17:52:41 PDT, seller added the following information:There are no dents or any body damage. There is no rust. I have the original bill of sale and invoice from theselling dealership. I also have the original owners manual. I have the original Courgar XR-7 wire wheel covers. I have a white parade boot which is in good condition.
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