1969 Mercury Cougar, Low Miles, One Owner, Rare Rust Free California Survivor on 2040-cars
Laguna Beach, California, United States
Engine:351
Body Type:Convertible
Vehicle Title:Clear
Used
Year: 1969
Exterior Color: Red
Make: Mercury
Interior Color: Red
Model: Cougar
Number of Cylinders: 8
Trim: ragtop
Drive Type: gas
Mileage: 54,000
Power Options: Air Conditioning
Sub Model: convertible
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
1969 Mercury Cougar Convertible
Here's a creme puff of a car. A one owner Southern California totally rust free driver. This car has only had one owner. A little old lady named Beverly bought this car new. The car has been tuned up, checked for safety, road tested and is ready to go to a new owner to take it to the next level. This car won't need much. It drives straight and true down the road. It has been detailed and left alone. I even left her bumper stickers and custom license plate frame on the car. This car will need tires soon. They are cracked from the warm Southern California weather. It was optioned with the stout 351- 2 barrel engine. One of the neat features of this car are the functioning rear cougar specific rear blinkers, they have been checked and do function correctly. The headlight doors also function as they should. This is also an A/C car even though it is a convertible. The A/C has not been serviced but is holding pressure. It does not blow cold. Once serviced it will be nice to have on those extra hot days. The rim blow wheel is not functioning at this time but is crack free as is the dash pad, all in great shape. This car has been garaged its entire life. The carpet is faded a little. The driver seat has a 5 inch tear in the seam that has been glued down. Besides that it is in excellent, supple shape. The top is also in great shape, no tears. The rear glass is also in tact. This car is 100% rust free. This Cougar does look great and is a rust free specimen. It was driven with joy and pride (per the plate) and does have chips, nicks and bruises here and there. It can be enjoyed as is or taken up a notch. Its the new owners call. She is only untouched and original once. This Cougar is being sold as is and no reserve. Bid to win and ask all questions. Thanks and good luck!! |
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