Used 1973 Mercury Cougar for sale in OFallon, Illinois
Now for sale at our Gateway Classic Cars Showroom in Saint Louis is this amazing 1973 Mercury Cougar convertible that is sporting a 3-speed automatic and has had a lot of restoration work done to it recently. BACKGROUND: Mercury Cougar is a nameplate applied to a diverse series of automobiles sold by Mercury from 1967 to 1997, and again from 1999 to 2002. The Second Generation Cougar (1971–1973) was restyled, weighed less, and had only a one-inch-longer wheelbase than its predecessors which was similar to GMs intermediate-sized two-door models, such as the Olds Cutlass). The front end now featured four exposed headlights; the disappearing headlights were eliminated. The center grille piece was now larger, sharing its appearance with the 1971 Mercury Cyclone. (Source Wikipedia). In regard to recent history, the current owner purchased this 1973 Mercury Cougar in Saint Louis in 2016 and since that time has done the follow work: body was stripped to bare metal and repainted, new carburetor & intake, new brake booster, new master cylinder, new proportioning valve, new front brake hoses, new front calipers & brakes, new exhaust, new wheels & tires, new carpet, seats reupholstered, new outside door handles, new inner & outer belt mouldings, new door & trunk seats, new sill plates, new alternator, new voltage regulator, new water pump, new fuel pump, and new aluminum radiator. As you see in the video, this classic Mercury Cougar starts and runs like a dream. If you are in the market for this type of convertible, you should definitely take a look at this one! In short, you have every reason to inquire further about this 1973 Mercury Cougar by viewing it in greater detail, including HD pictures and an HD video of the car running and driving at our website - http://www.gatewayclassiccars.com. For even more information, please call 618-271-3000 or email STL@GatewayClassicCars.com to speak with one of our knowledgeable sales consultants.
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