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1971 COUGAR XR7 CONVERTIBLE -RARE--- AMERICAN ICON MUSCLE CAR --- this XR7 has beautiful body lines and a factory designed low rake windshield that almost looks custom , the side profile ,with the fat rear fenders really give this car serious attitude! and makes it look kind of like a 71 cuda convertible ( to me anyway ). the 1971 mercury cougar XR7 shared the same performance engine and drive line with the 1971 mach 1 mustangs , in fact the convertible top and windshield , motor and drive train,and most of the interior, are interchangable with the 71 mustang mach 1 convertibles. only 1700 cougar XR7s were ever produced in 1971 and not many of those survived over the past 42 years. only a half dozen or so came new with the factory metallic blue paint ,like this car did, somehow the avacado and mustard yellow cars just dont have the same visual impact and appeal as this car has with its beautiful metallic blue paint . this one needs a little bit of cosmetic work here and there but is in really very nice condition overall , .true xr7s came loaded with every option offered in 1971 , PS, PB, A/C ,P TOP , tilt wheel , factory tinted glass, appearance package and more , this car was restored 10 or12 years ago and then put in storage ever since . the restoration work was done professional and include a long list on new parts ( the best of everthing ) .aside from minor body work and a new paint ( 10 yr old paint with minor scratches that is ) sections of the floor have been professional replaced ( please see the attached pictures ), the floor is in like new condition inside and out with N0 rust . the entire car is almost completely rust free. there is only a small amount of rust on the car is on the lower rear quarter in front of the rear wheel well ( see pictures its not bad but i need to mention it ),the rockers , doors, fenders, floors and trunk , and rest of the car are vurtualy rust free. great glass and chrome and a nice interior still has the original 8 track player ! this car has a new fuel tank , new gas lines and new holly carb , the 351 cleveland 4bbl motor is completely rebuilt , super fast ,smooth running and sounds amazing, every thing on this motor is new, new duel exhaust system ,new radiator ,power steering pump ,alternator , ect. , all new front and rear suspension including upper and lower controlling arms, ball joints tie ,rod ends , you name it , its new ,brand new convertible top with glass rear window new top cylinders and hoses, all new rubber weather striping , brand new interior door panels( not yet installed ) , new carpeting ,and new tires . car only has 30.000 miles on the body and 500 or so miles on the new 351 C. this car was previously owned by a mercury executive , thank you for looking i can help with shipping the car just about anywhere. feel free to ask any questions you might have.

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More than 800,000 Fords recalled for faulty Takata airbags

Thu, Jan 12 2017

The Basics: Ford is recalling about 816,000 Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles built in the US for faulty passenger-side Takata airbags. The affected vehicles were all built in North America, with 654,695 recalled vehicles in the US and 161,174 vehicles in Canada. A wide variety of cars, trucks, and SUVs are affected. This is a planned expansion of an earlier recall. 2005-09 and 2012 Ford Mustang 2005-06 Ford GT 2006-09 and 2012 Ford Fusion 2007-09 Ford Ranger 2007-09 Ford Edge 2006-09 and 2012 Lincoln Zephyr and Lincoln MKZ 2007-09 Lincoln MKX 2006-09 Mercury Milan The Problem: Like every other Takata recall, the problem rests with faulty airbags that can potentially expel shrapnel, injuring or killing vehicle occupants. Millions of vehicles from dozens of automakers are affected, so don't think that Ford is alone on this one. Injuries/Deaths: Ford stated in a press release that there have been no injuries or death linked to the vehicles in this recall. All in all, 11 deaths and 180 injuries across a variety of automakers have been linked to these Takata airbags. The fix: Ford will contact owners soon, and the affected vehicles will have their airbags replaced by a dealer at no additional charge. If you own one: Wait for contact from Ford, then head to the dealer to get a replacement. If you're wondering if your vehicle is affected, go to this Ford website and enter their Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The recall reference number is 17S01. Related Video: News Source: FordImage Credit: Associated Press Recalls Ford Lincoln Mercury Auto Repair Ownership Safety Truck Coupe Crossover SUV Sedan airbag Takata airbag recall

NHTSA investigating 725k Ford, Mercury vehicles for stalling issue

Mon, 25 Feb 2013

Owners of Ford Escape, Mercury Mariner, Ford Fusion and Mercury Milan models, listen up. According to a report on Automotive News, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has opened an investigation into these four vehicles totaling an estimated 725,000 units. The investigation appears to center around a malfunctioning throttle body on non-hybrid models of the 2005-2012 Escape and 2011-2012 Fusion. With Mercury dying off after the 2011 model year, this probe will also apply to the 2005 through 2011 Mariner and the 2011 Milan. There has been some discussion around the Escape stalling issue for some time now, but this investigation appears to be larger in scope than before.
Though not a recall yet, NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received 123 complaints of stalling or surging vehicles, while Ford itself has logged 1,472 complaints. The investigation report, which is posted below, seems to indicate that a faulty circuit board for the throttle body could cause the vehicle to go into limp mode, which, according to NHTSA, could cause complaints of both stalling and surging.

Ford's J Mays feels vindicated by Fusion reception

Tue, 25 Sep 2012

It's hard to think back now, but the same man overseeing the design of the 2013 Ford Fusion also presided over a rather lackluster period in Ford design, highlighted by vehicles like the Five Hundred and Freestyle. With the redesigned Fusion receiving high praise, J Mays tells Automotive News that he feels vindicated from criticisms suggesting he's not a daring enough designer.
When Mays took over as lead of design in 1997, he admits to having quite an ego ("My head would barely fit through the door some days. I've long since gotten over myself") and the workload to match. With the Blue Oval's portfolio full of premium brands like Aston Martin, Jaguar, Land Rover and Volvo at that point, along with the bread-and-butter Ford, Lincoln and Mercury models, Mays certainly had quite the challenge.
It was in the mid-2000s that Mays took over just the premium brands, and took on the new title of Chief Creative Officer. At the time, Mays endured some criticism for looking backwards to retro styling, rather than setting a new standard for American car design - criticism that Mays says he is free from with the all-new Fusion.

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