1970 Mercury Cougar Xr-7 5.8l Rare Vinyl Top & Houndstooh Interior on 2040-cars
Amarillo, Texas, United States
Transmission:Automatic
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:GAS
Sub Model: XR7
Make: Mercury
Exterior Color: Blue
Model: Cougar
Interior Color: Brown
Trim: XR7
Number of Cylinders: 8
Drive Type: rear wheel 9in.
Mileage: 41,828
THIS IS NOT A RUSTED VEHICLE. This is a rare 1970 Cougar that is an orginal Blue w/White Vinyl top. It also has the rare "Houndstooth" interior(488 produced). This car needs restoration, but is a great candidate. Floors, trunk and under hood are all very solid. 351w is missing intake manifold, radiator is missing, windshield is broken, no front bumper and hood front is missing. Some emblems and chrome in trunk. Passenger seat and back seat are very good condition. Drivers seat has tears. Body is very straight, and very solid. Collectors should look at production numbers for Vinyl tops and this interior on this model, it is a special car. Clear Texas Title. No Reserve
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