1969 Cougar Xr7 Q Code 428cj Air Conditioning, Power Windows Brakes Steering on 2040-cars
Monroe, Washington, United States
Transmission:Automatic
Vehicle Title:Clear
Exterior Color: Green
Model: Cougar
Interior Color: Green
Trim: XR7
Number of Cylinders: 8
Drive Type: Rear
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Mileage: 129,479
Up for auction today is a very rare Cougar XR7 factory equipped with a 428 CID Cobra Jet. Obviously this is a project car. However, it is one of the most complete and original examples in existence. The 428 Cobra Jet is still bone stock and features the original C8O Distributor, Factory Air Cleaner Snorkel & Heat Shield, C8Z Radiator and original clutch fan. The transmission is the Cobra Jet Specific casting with the R Servo and Cast Iron Tail Shaft Housing. The 9" Differential is the original 'N' Case with 31 Spline Axles. My reserve price is less than what this drivetrain is worth. Add in the other Rare & Desirable Options like Air Conditioning, Power Windows, Tilt-Away Steering Column and the XR7 options and this car stands out even more.
I AM NOT PARTING THIS CAR OUT!!!!
Again, this is a project car. It has spent many years in storage and its time for a new owner and a restoration. The car sat in a garage largely neglected. During the storage the carburetor was removed by the previous owner and lost. I found 2 of the original carburetor nuts, the other 2 are MIA. The intake was left open so I do not feel safe trying to run the engine not knowing where the other 2 carb nuts are. The previous owner stated the car ran when parked, again I have never heard it run. Plan on a complete rebuild. I believe the original mileage to be 129k. The only components I can see that are not original on the engine are the carburetor and the fuel pump, otherwise it appears original down to the correct fasteners. The A/C system is complete.
The body has surface rust from sitting in a damp garage. The floors appear to be solid as do the frame rails and torque boxes. Plan on the typical issues of the breed such as door corners and lower quarter corners. There is some rust on the lower drop-offs and some minor scale on the trunk floor around the body grommets. At some point the car had a minor repair on the passenger door and quarter panel. From what I can see it the damage was minor and was repaired with about an 1/8" thick skim of filler that I was able to simply pull of the quarter panel. The grill assembly is in decent condition with one crack on the grill center and one on the driver's side panel. Overall a good grill for one of these cars. The passenger side fender extension molding was only sat in place for photos.
The interior is still the original and presents well but shows wear. Luckily it also appears to be original and un-touched like the rest of the car. It would be fine for a driver but not up to any show standards. The tilt column is nice and tight with a crisp lock engagement that is quite rare in these. The Rim Blow Steering Wheel appears to be in good condition with no visible cracks in the woodgrain portion. The lower dash has surface rust from sitting in a damp environment. All they typical interior issues you would address in a restoration.
Please take a look at the photos and give the ad a good read. If you still have any questions please call me at 425-308-0802 thanks Mike.
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