1968 Cougar Xr-7 Metallic Gold on 2040-cars
Maryville, Tennessee, United States
Body Type:Coupe
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:302 2V
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Make: Mercury
Model: Cougar
Trim: XR-7 Hardtop
Options: Leather Seats
Power Options: Air Conditioning
Drive Type: Rear Wheel Drive
Mileage: 13,932
Sub Model: XR-7
Disability Equipped: No
Exterior Color: Gold
Number of Doors: 2
Interior Color: Black
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Number of Cylinders: 8
I am listing a 1968 Cougar XR-7 metallic gold with a black vinyl roof. With a 302 automatic 2 barrel carburetor with A/C Power steering and Power Brakes. I purchased the vehicle about 5 months ago off of Ebay. The gentleman advertised the car as no rust, which is correct. The floor pans and lower quarters have been replaced. The original color on the car was Nugget Gold (Code Y). The interior is the XR-7 Black Leather Bucket seats (Code 6A). The story behind the car as was told, it was purchased from a estate sale from the original owner. Was then stripped and repainted a high gloss (close to the original color metallic gold), paint job is immaculent The odometer is showing 13, 932 was also thought to be original miles on the vehicle. Which I can not guarentee. The car starts and runs, extremely well. Like all A/C systems from that time period needs a hose replaced and a proper charge on the system. Don't be fooled in to someone suggesting changing to 134a refrigerant when they have a drop in R12 replacement allowing you to use existing components. We are posting as many pictures as possible, and will be glad to answer any email questions aswell as provide additional pictures. We will be glad to assist in loading the vehicle. I have described this car to the best of my knowledge. I would probably invest in a master cylinder for the brakes, brakes seem to be holding up but seems a little weak. Also there is a small scratch above the XR-7 on the vinyl roof, looks to be a screwdriver mark when placing XR-7 Label, It would be a easy repair. I feel the car is excelent driver and for the money you definitely can't go wrong. Additional parts I assume removed from the car when undergoing new paint are included. I am listing the car locally and have the right to close auction early if needed, Thanks for your consideration.
*This vehicle is being sold AS-IS. No warrantee offered nor implied*
*Please check out my other options on (2) XR-7G's*
*Buyer pays all shipping fees*
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