1969 Mercury Cougar Convertible

Description

Classic Auto Mall | eBay Template
888-227-0914
[email protected]
1969 Mercury
Cougar Convertible
Stock
4252
VIN
9F92H583366
Miles
128,689
Engine Size
351 Windsor V8
Transmission Type
3 Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Exterior Color
Yellow
Interior Color
Black
Description
1969 Mercury Cougar Convertible
It's restless, civilized, challenging, serene.. It's a Cougar, and it's like nobody else's car. Queue Farrah Fawcett to hug the cat on the roof! "The Sign of the Cat" was the ad slogan that brought Mercury back to life in the late 1960's.
For consignment, a mildly upgraded drop top version of the Mercury Cougar right out of 1969. Sporting a cosmetic restoration performed at some time in the past with clean upholstery, some upgrades on the suspension and engine, and our consignor states it probably wears the original top, along with a full ownership history and the original dealership invoicing, this cat surely won't last, so hurry up and grab it by the tail before someone else does.
Exterior
The Cougar is quite different from the Mustang in the realm of styling. Most noticeable was the front end "electric shaver" split grille treatment with concealed headlights. At the rear, it came with sequential taillights. Yellow covers the panels which show some usage, which consistent for its age. A few stone chips are noted and some bubbling of rust over prior body work is noted on the rear quarter panels and doors. A black canvas top, quite possibly the original, is now aged and has become a fine color of charcoal but overall, the condition is good with no tearing or seam separation. A 2-piece glass rear window is on the top and remains clear and clean. Chrome bumpers and all trim retains its shine and shows very little wear. Dual exhaust with chromed tips peek out the back at the bottom of the chassis and just above are full length sequential taillights stretching across the back of the car. Mercury 14-inch styled steel wheels with a blue cougar badge on the hub, are wrapped in BFG Raised white lettering radial T/A's. Cue the cat growling.
Interior
Swinging one of the two doors open we are met with 2 sporty black vinyl covered wide tuck and roll buckets with accompanying headrests. The driver's bucket, while in nice shape, shows some minor tearing and seam separation. In back is a matching bench stretching across to smooth vinyl covered panels. This holds true for the doors as well which are in very nice condition as is the applique insert with chrome stalking cat. This car sports the standard package, which includes much of the XR-7's Cougar's Euro theme. The dash front is covered with burled walnut appliqu. In front of the steering wheel within full view of the pilot, a lineup of 4 round gauges 2 of which are a speedometer and a clock and the others being warning light clusters, the temperature gauge, and fuel indicator. This appliqu panel is within a smooth black vinyl dash top and front which is in very good condition. Below is another black horizontal panel that has a few knobs and the ignition. In the center dash is a cascade of black which starts with a quad of warning lights and underneath the AM/FM radio are the temp sliders just above the floor. Adding to the European flair, in front of the passenger is an oval panel wood appliqu dash front which has an inset COUGAR in block lettering, and below is a black covered glovebox. Providing the backdrop for all of this is clean black carpeting with black carpeted mats. I'm running my paws and nails through this stuff.
Drivetrain
Under the hood is an original and patinaed engine bay which shows well. Shoehorned in its center is the star in the form of a blue block and aluminum intake topped 351ci Windsor V8 which is original to this car. It is topped with an Edelbrock intake and a Holley 4-barrel carburetor, and a surrounding Ford Motorsport chrome air cleaner covering. Valve covers are polished aluminum from Ford Motorsport and are nice and shiny and a 1 piece export brace ties things all together. A M6250-A-332 camshaft with Crane lifters was installed along with a new timing set and the cylinder heads were gone over and resurfaced in 1990. On the back is a C4 3-speed automatic transmission. Backing this up is a Ford 9-inch 2.75 conventional rear axle. One wild cat and a beauty to boot.
Undercarriage
Some surface rust is seen, particularly around a new stainless steel fuel tank. As we move forward this rust mostly clears up and we see some spotty surface rust on the floor pans and framing, along with some road dirt. A 1" drop via 620lb springs has been performed to the independent coil spring front suspension as well as new control arms, urethane bushings, ball joints, tie rod ends, radius arms, and a 1" sway bar. In the rear we see a leaf spring suspension with newer leafs, dual Turbo muffler equipped exhaust is on and power disc brakes for the front, and power drums for the rear.
Drive-Ability
A quick starter and very smooth runner with acceleration aplenty just push foot further to floor. Bias free braking, and good handling make this a luxury drop top muscle car much more upscale than the Mustang, and more powerful.
Essentially a survivor with some upgrades both aesthetically and mechanically, showing a little age but in good overall condition. Also, plenty of paperwork for this cool cat to include the dealership invoice, order form, brochures as well as repair receipts and a full ownership history. Additionally, all the parts that have been changed out are included with the purchase should you want to take this roaring kitty back to factory stock. Hurry into our Hallowed Halls and you can have yourself a proud cat with a lethal roar!
VIN DECODE
9F92H583366
9-1969
F-Dearborn, MI Assy Plant
92-Cougar Convertible
H-351ci V8
583366-Sequential Unit Number
WARRANTY TAG
BODY 76A-Cougar Convertible
COLOR W-Yellow
TRIM 2A-Black Vinyl
DATE 20F-June 20th
DSO 16-Philadelphia
AXLE 2-Ford 9" 2.75 Conventional
TRANS X-FMX
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special interest automobile showroom, featuring over 650 vehicles for sale with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle barn find collection is on display.
This vehicle is located in our showroom in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888) 227-0914. Please contact us anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person.
Photos
Terms & Conditions
Payment Options
Electronic Bank Wire Transfer
Cashier's Check/Money Order
Loan Check
Personal/Business Check
Electronic Bank Wire Transfer
Cash (in person)
Vehicle Pickup & Shipping:
All shipping charges are buyer's responsibility unless otherwise documented in sales agreement.
Deposit:
Buyer must contact us within 24 hours of accepted offer, and make arrangements for payment at that time. A 0 deposit is due within 48 hours of listings end to secure the vehicle.
Payment of Balance Due:
The remainder is due (plus applicable fees and taxes) within 7 days. If no contact is made within 24 hours we reserve the right to re-list the vehicle or sell it otherwise. All financial transactions must be completed before delivery of the vehicle.
Additional Fees and Taxes:
All Pennsylvania residents must pay applicable state and local tax, title and license fees. Out of state buyers are responsible for their own state taxes and fees. Out of state buyers are responsible for all state, county, city taxes and fees, as well as title/registration fees in the state that the vehicle will be registered.
Shipping:
The buyer is responsible for all shipping charges unless otherwise documented on the sales agreement.  We will assist the buyer with finding a shipping company. We assume no responsibility for damages incurred after leaving our premises. If the vehicle is going to be shipped, full payment must be received before the vehicle is delivered to the shipping company.
Buyer's Inspection:
Every effort has been made to accurately and fairly describe this vehicle to you.  Classic Auto Mall, Inc. has tried to disclose all information known about this vehicle for auction.  Please be advised that used vehicles will have typical scratches and dings inherent for their year and mechanical parts are subject to fail. Classic Auto Mall, Inc. welcomes and recommends a buyer's inspection.  If you plan to have a buyer’s inspection, please make sure you inspect the vehicle prior to the auction ending.  Buyer is responsible for any inspection charges and fees.
Warranty:
Unless otherwise stated in the vehicle description, this vehicle is being sold "as is".  No representations or warranties are made by seller, nor are any representations or warranties relied upon by bidders in making bids.
Notice to Bidders:
We reserve the right to cancel all bids and end the auction early should the vehicle no longer be available for sale. NOTE: All of our eBay inventory is available for sale at our dealership. We will end auctions early should a vehicle be sold at the dealership..
Placing a Bid:
Your bid constitutes a legally binding contract to purchase this vehicle. Please do not bid if you are not seriously interested or financially able to purchase this vehicle. Please see eBay’s “User Agreement”.
Bid Retractions:
Bid retractions are not allowed nor will be recognized within 12 hours of auctions end.  Seller will not be obligated to sell in the event of a late retraction. Please see eBay’s “Retracting a Bid.”
Negative Feedback Bidders:
We do not allow bidding from negative feedback bidders. New bidders with zero feedback rating should email us or call us prior to bidding.
Successful Bidder:
The winning bidder will be contacted via email after the auction closes or he/she must contact Classic Auto Mall, Inc. within 24 hours to proceed with payment and delivery arrangements.
Non-Paying Bidder:
If the deposit is not received within 48 hours of the close of auction or if the balance is not paid in full within 7 days following the close of auction, we reserve the right to re-list the vehicle or sell the vehicle to the next highest bidder or another qualified buyer.
Home
Inventory
Consignment
Storage
Events
Finance
Contact Us
888-227-0914
[email protected]