1997 Mercury Cougar Xr-7 Sedan 2-door 4.6l on 2040-cars
Shady Side, Maryland, United States
For Sale By:Private Seller
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:Sedan
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:4.6L 281Cu. In. V8 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats
Sub Model: XR-7
Exterior Color: Black
Interior Color: Tan
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Number of Cylinders: 8
Year: 1997
Model: Cougar
Trim: XR-7 Sedan 2-Door
Options: Cassette Player, Leather Seats
Drive Type: RWD
Safety Features: Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag
4.6 v-8
Automatic
4 wheel disc brakes
independent rear axle
THE GOOD:
A/C
(working)
Car starts every time runs great
New oil change 1 mile ago
Within last year:
new upper control arms with ball joints
new right front strut
tuned up
decent tires (fronts newer than rear)
New FORD intake manifold ($400)
updated with aluminum coolant passage
I have driven this car 50,000 miles with no issues.
I have 2 keys for car
Clear title
The things that don"t show in pictures
The body :
Roof clear coat is worn thru
same goes for tops of bumper covers.
hood has some scratches
rear bumper cover cracked on left side see photos
right front fender behind wheel dented
right mirror glass missing
(I will include used rt side mirror) for buy it now price
Interior:
Drivers seat cushion leather torn
Carpet needs to be cleaned
Headliner fabric has been peeling off in the heat.
Drivers power seat motor forward and back inop.
I have Used seat track with good motor that can be swapped into the track
(also included in trunk with buy it now price )
One of dash a/c vents is missing register I have box of used ones included with sale.
Mechanical :
Check engine light on
For catalytic efficiency
It may need cat convertor or o2 sensors.
(I will repeat The car runs Great)
If you dont have state inspection for emissions you can drive the car just the way it is.
Transmission has Chatter sometimes when cold
(has not changed in 50,000 miles)
Transmission flush might help it
It does not slip
It will need front brake pads soon.
But If you:................
Buy it now
I will put Front Pads in it before you pick it up.
Auction winner is the new owner and pickup is expected of Cougar within 7 days unless
other arrangement are made .
Vehicle is described with noted flaws there may be other minor issues it is a used car with 150 k miles on it.
Great 1st car
winter beater.
reliable transportation
No warranty car is sold as is , as stated.
Don't bid if you cant pay.
Car is located Near Annapolis Md
I can store for a short time if car is paid for in full..
Title will be turned over at time of pick up.
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