1968 Mercury Cougar Xr-7 5.0l on 2040-cars
Chillicothe, Missouri, United States
Body Type:Coupe
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:302
Fuel Type:GAS
For Sale By:Private Seller
Number of Cylinders: 8
Make: Mercury
Model: Cougar
Trim: XR-7
Options: Sunroof, CD Player
Drive Type: Rear
Power Options: Sun Roof
Mileage: 59,471
Exterior Color: Blue
Interior Color: Black
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Very Nice 68 Cougar with rare sunroof that comes with original manual. This is a Colorado car that moved with me to Missouri about 5 years ago. Have done a list of things to it in the 13 years i have owned it, will provide receipts. It has a aftermarket stereo, but also comes with original.The owner before me had it just painted, but its still in good condition has some flaws like any older paint job.Also installed new rocker panels and drivers mirror. Had a scratch and some chips touch-up some time ago. Interior is very nice, has newer headliner, dash, ft seat cushions, heater box etc... Engine runs good newer 4bl edlebrock carb. Engine was rebuild before i owned it, have that paperwork also. Every thing is in working order, except sunroof. It did not work when i bought it, fixed it and did not use it for some time and it stop working. Has electronic turn signal sequencer. Originally it came with power steering, but converted to manual (less problems). Have all the brackets to install power steering if desired. Just need the hydraulic components, that are readily available. The Brakes are Manuel ft disc 4 piston calipers(newer) and rear drum.The trans is a C4 Auto that shifts great. Newer larger capacity aluminum trans pan. There is small leak coming from the shift-shaft-seal (easy fix) So why am i selling it? Well i don't drive it much any more so i think its time for someone else to enjoy it. Over all it is a very solid cougar that is priced accordingly for the condition.
This vehicle is 45 years old and is sold as is, no warranty.
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Ford recalls Five Hundred, Mercury Montego sedans over fuel tank woes
Mon, 18 Jul 2011Ford has announced through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration that it is recalling nearly 3,000 examples of its Five Hundred and Mercury Montego (pictured) sedans from the 2007 model year.
The action, which affects 2,945 vehicles, is due to potentially defective welds between the filler neck and the fuel tank, a condition that could result in a fuel leak or the smell of gasoline reaching the occupants. In the worst-case scenario, a leak could cause a fire. Cars with the affected fuel tank problem could see an illuminated dashboard warning light as a result of the evaporative emissions leak being detected.
Ford will inspect and replace the fuel tank at no cost to owners (those who have already had the procedure done at-cost can apply for reimbursement), and the Dearborn automaker will begin notifying Five Hundred and Montego owners beginning August 15. Check out the official NHTSA press release after the jump for further details.
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