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2002 Mercury Cougar V6 Coupe 2-door 2.5l on 2040-cars

US $4,500.00
Year:2002 Mileage:72280 Color: Red /
  Black / Red Trim
Location:

Elkview, West Virginia, United States

Elkview, West Virginia, United States
Advertising:
Engine:2.5L 2450CC 155Cu. In. V6 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
Transmission:5 Speed Manual
Vehicle Title:Clear
Body Type:Coupe
Fuel Type:GAS
VIN: 1ZWFT61L325608445 Year: 2002
Mileage: 72,280
Make: Mercury
Sub Model: XR Special Edition
Model: Cougar
Exterior Color: Red
Trim: V6 Coupe 2-Door
Interior Color: Black / Red Trim
Drive Type: FWD
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Number of Cylinders: 6
Options: Sunroof, Leather Seats, CD Player, 6 Disc In Dash Changer
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag
Number of Doors: 2
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats
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. ... 

2002 Mercury Cougar XR Special Edition

Original Owner
Only 72280 Miles


I am the original owner.   The vehicle is all original and has been well maintained.  This was the last year for the Cougar.   It's also worth noting that this car was purchased new in May of 2003... and was likely one of the last Cougar's sold.   The dealer had been holding firm on the price and consequently it did not sale for a few years.   So while it is a 2002 Car, it sat in a showroom until mid 2003 before being sold (to us).

Overall Condition:
First and foremost, please see the pictures for the best indicator of the condition.   Overall the car looks very good inside and out.   We purchased it because my wife really liked it, and she drove it most of the time until our child was born.   At that point I started driving it so she could take the Tahoe (safer arrangement for a car seat).   It's been well maintained, but was a daily driver.  Tires have a decent amount of tread left.   Normal small dings here and there that would be expected on a car with this age and mileage.    

Issues:
1.  There is a crack on the rear spoiler (see closeup picture).  Caused when we mistakenly left the trunk open and pulled out of the garage.  The spoiler hit the garage door.
2.  I curbed the car coming out of a parking garage.   This left a scuff on the drivers side of the front bumper (see pics, it's right at the bottom of the bumper).  I had the suspension arm replaced on that side afterwords just to be safe (I think it had a scrape / scuff on it).   This isn't an issue, just noting so the buyer has a complete background on the car.



If you have any questions or would like to come inspect the vehicle please contact me through eBay.










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Junkyard Gem: 1996 Nissan Quest XE with 338,549 miles

Sun, Jul 9 2023

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