Numbers Matching 1969 Mercury Cougar 428CJ Convertible w/ Docs & Marti Report

1969 Mercury Cougar --

1969 Mercury Cougar 428CJ CVT
Collector's Dream Cars Presents...

This Numbers Matching 1969 Mercury Cougar XR-7 428 Cobra Jet Convertible is documented as 1 of 96 ever built with its drivetrain. Not only is it rare, but it is a heavily equipped Cougar for comfortable drivability. The steering is tight, the power brakes effortlessly stop it, and the A/C blows ice cold. It was meticulously restored with no expenses spared. It was even graded at a CCOA Western Nationals competition and scored 447/500.

Collector's Dream Cars Specifications...

Year:	1969	VIN:	9F94R523524
Make:	Mercury	Model:	Cougar
Style:	Convertible	Miles:	97,095
Exterior:	Wimbledon White	Interior:	Saddle Leather w/ Console
Engine Specs:	428 Cobra Jet V8	Transmission:	C6 Automatic

Below is a photo gallery of more than 100 photos of this Cougar. If on mobile, simply touch the smaller icons to see a bigger version. If you're using a desktop, simply hover over the smaller images.

At a Glance...

Matching Numbers 428ci/335hp (440ft/lbs of torque) engine	Ram Air Intake
Holley 4-barrel Carburetor	3.25 Limited Slip Differential
Power Front Disc Brakes	Bucket Seats w/ Center Console
Factory A/C	Power Windows
Power operated White Convertible Top	Style Steel Wheels ith Bright Trim Rings
Factory Invoice	Marti Report
CCOA Western Nationals Competition Judging Book	Restoration Receipts Included

Exterior...

The body style and condition of this 1969 Mercury Cougar are easily its most distinct and enticing features. In 1969, the Mercury Cougar took a stylistic departure from it's Ford pony car cousin. Notice the sharp crease along the flanks that starts at the nose and tapers down each side, ending just at the leading edge of the rear wheel arches. The functional Ram-Air hood scoop sits aggressively on the hood, complimented by the horizontal grille, the Cougar Paint emblem, and signature hideaway headlamps. The tail lamps stretch along the width of the rear, and the license plate is mounted below the bumper to make room for the "Lincoln Mercury Division" Coat of arms.

The exterior of this Cougar is remarkable. The paint is nearly perfect with almost no blemishes. The horizontal grille and both bumpers are chrome and in pristine condition. The hideaway headlamp doors align nearly perfect. The style steel wheels shine bright with trim rings and are wrapped in fairly new BF Goodrich A/T Radial tires. The power convertible top is also in remarkable condition, as you will see in our photos.

Interior...

Mercury pulled out all of the stops to give the Cougar XR-7 its promised European flair, particularly inside, where designers attempted to distinguish the car from its Mustang relative. This was accomplished by the woodgrain finish in the dash and steering wheel, the neatly designed leather seats, and the "Saddle" image of the Decor Interior Group. It packed all the muscle and a stitch more class than the Mustang, which made it a good mix of black tie and brawler.

The interior of this Cougar is all original and in excellent condition considering its age. As you will see in our photos, the front seats show a bit of wear and tear, but it doesn't take away from the overall condition of the interior. The dash show no cracks or damage, the door panels are nearly flawless. All of the gauges were inspected and work flawlessly. All of the electric window switches work, and those windows go up and down with ease. The electric convertible top goes up and down perfectly, and latches securely.

Test Drive...

Upon starting this Cougar XR7 428CJ, you instantly feel the power and dominance that it posesses. You are sitting behind the wheel of a 335hp American muscle car that feels as though it came off the showroom floor for the first time. The Cobra Jet engine effortlessly pulls you in to your seat as the C6 Automatic transmission shifts assertively. The exhaust bellows beneath you with an addictive sound that will have you driving with a heavier foot whenever the opportunity presents itself. The steering is tight, the power brakes effortlessly stop the car without binding or pulling to one side, and the A/C blows colder than our boss's heart. It is a true piece of professional workmanship.

VIN Breakdown
9F94R 523524

9	Model Year: 1969
F	Assembly Plant: Dearborn, Michigan
94	Body Series: XR-7 Convertible
R	Factory Engine Code: 428CJ Ram Air 4V
523524	Sequential Production Number

Below is a photograph of the engine code on the back of the driver's side head of the engine. If you look closely, this number matches the sequential number of the VIN, meaning it is the original motor to the car.

Below is a photograph of the original Buyer's Guide that comes with the car upon purchase. It displays all of the options that were chosen when the car was bought new.

Here is a photograph of the CCOA Western Nationals competition that also comes with the purchase of this incredible Cougar. The CCOA Western Nationals is a scored competition in which the vehicle is scored based on originality, quality, and overall condition. This car having had an extensive restoration with no expenses spared scored a 447/500.

Here is a photograph of the Marti Report that also comes with the vehicle. You will notice that this car is only 1 of 96 ever built with this specific drivetrain and being convertible. Based on it's rarity, one could expect a consistent appreciation of value.

Lastly, here is a photograph of all of the receipts that also come with this car. They are mostly receipts of the restoration process that took place between 2000 and 2004. With a bit of persuasion and a few hours of our Content Writer's utter suffering, he neatly deciphered and organized these receipts in to a table so you don't have to.

Receipts Breakdown

Date	Mileage	What Was Done	Costs
08/09/91	NA	Purchase six spring shackles	$36.44
01/04/99	NA	Saddle top boot, cougar brochure, antenna	$157.94
01/14/00	NA	Purchase wheels, rings, caps, and lugs	$820.00
01/17/00	NA	RR NOS w/o molding	$100.00
02/01/00	NA	Weatherstrip, bumper pad, mirror pad, cvt pillar seals	$503.44
02/11/00	NA	Pertronix, epoxy, engine paint	$128.06
02/11/00	NA	only part number given	$51.72
02/24/00	93,865	Full detrim, panels off, repaint, pinstripe	$6455.00
03/08/00	NA	Purchase seat belt/buckle, webbing bar	$264.40
03/18/00	NA	Purchase front nose valence	$291.00
03/29/00	NA	decal, saddle paint, console screws, jack, door lock knobs, cvt top seal kit	$249.83
04/12/00	NA	pwr win switch, saddle paint and lacquer	$55.85
06/21/00	NA	wiper blades, battery hold down install, xr7 trunk emblem	$45.64
07/08/00	NA	only part number given	$81.00
08/23/00	NA	Clock repair	$85.00
10/18/00	NA	Carb kit, clean and paint intake, fuel pump	$365.71
03/05/01	94,011	rotors, pads, ps ram and lines, check valve, install clock repair wiring, steam clean undercarriage	$1403.11
03/21/01	NA	E Brake Assembly	$37.63
03/21/01	NA	tire cover plaid, trunk filler board, jack	$89.95
04/05/01	NA	heater hose, clamps, paints, misc part #s	$231.00
04/19/01	NA	Replace thermostat, rad hoses	$281.13
04/19/01	NA	New tire	$66.83
05/08/01	94,352	Install pinion seal	$76.56
05/08/01	NA	Tighten belts and fan clutch	$35.00
08/08/01	94,501	front suspension replacement	$766.59
08/11/01	94,511	Oil change, overall inspection	$33.66
09/20/01	94,668	replace bad window switch	$100.00
11/02/01	NA	Air filter, tail light wiring, master cyl cap, regulator, windshield washer reservoir, fender cover, decals	$190.08
11/17/01	94,730	A/C refill, repair window switch, fix lighter, hood light	$451.72
11/26/01	NA	engine detail, change oil pan, new heater hoses and regulator	$543.94
12/06/01	NA	air cleaner decal, sta-ful battery cover, rad support seal	$61.12
02/05/02	NA	radiator cap and battery cables	$81.63
02/08/02	NA	Gas door lens	$73.95
02/28/02	NA	battery cables install, headlamp door system check	$50.00
03/12/02	94k	swap exhaust tips, exhaust maintenance	$60.00
04/30/02	NA	illegible receipt	$250.00
10/28/02	NA	Tank armour paint purchase	$270.53
01/02/03	95,562	replace fuel tank, exhaust leak, rebuild carb	$417.99
03/10/03	NA	Install neutral safety switch	$65.00
04/28/03	95,757	diagnose car dying, raised idle, recommend carb	$120.00
01/12/04	96,137	service transmission, replace servo cover seal	$178.14
02/12/04	96,162	inspection, oil dip stick replaced, rebuild alternator	$313.20
??/??/??	NA	Tire replacement, wipers replaced	$50.00
??/??/??	NA	Diagnose miss, fix and repair miss	$132.25

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Michael Cimino

Owner/Enthusiast

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Collector's Dream Cars Note from the Owner...

I am a “used car dealer” but before that, I’m an automobile enthusiast. I love original, rare and high quality modified vintage and modern cars. Over the past 15 years I’ve been in business, I have come to appreciate an expanding selection of high-demand, high value vehicles as well. I specialize in and I am always on the lookout for cars and trucks that were cherished by their previous owners.
I have an experienced eye for quality and I’ve discovered that my preferred buyers can instantly discern such a vehicle and I have therefore, built my business and reputation around finding these kinds of cars for this type of customer. Super low miles and/or gentle ownership are strict requirements but a car must do something for me on a personal level if there is any hope of convincing you, the buyer, that this is an above average, exceptional vehicle. If nothing about the car excites me, it probably won’t do much for you either and I would soon be out of business.

With just four employees and no sales people, I realize how unusual a “dealership” like mine may be at a first glance. It has taken great care and effort to create such an organization and often, an unusually high investment in a particular car we are about to list. To sell the best it is critical to have a trusted expert in my corner. First we do an exhaustive 130 point inspection on each and every vehicle and hope nothing escapes our methodical investigation. Experience has shown that everything I spend making a car truly “right” will come back to me not only with a higher selling price, but a happy customer that says good things about Collector's Dream Cars. Moreover, it allows us to describe the car with ease and confidence, something that simply is not possible unless we think it is true. If major issues are found or the cost of fixing the car the way it should be makes it too expensive to sell, my choice is an easy one. I simply absorb a few hundred dollars loss for my trouble and sell it at auction so you don’t get a headache over the vehicle.

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No “dealer,” on-line or in the real world, takes it to this level. No other seller or organization provides you, the buyer, with so much information. I do this because it is the only way I can convince a person; often a world away, unable to touch or feel their purchase that my vehicle is for real and what I say is an honest assessment. All the above is necessary for me to stay in business while keeping integrity intact. I want every buyer to be happy and I need glowing feedback on eBay. To accomplish that I need satisfied customers that are as thrilled with their purchase as I was when I bought it.

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Collector's Dream Cars Terms of Sale...

This vehicle is safely stored in our beautiful climate controlled showroom in Boulder City, Nevada. We are just 25 minutes from Las Vegas International Airport (McCarran) and welcome the opportunity to meet the winning bidder there and drive them to our facility for vehicle delivery. We have years of experience with vehicle shipping, nationwide and across the globe. We stand ready to help with whatever arrangements are necessary at the buyers request and expense. This vehicle will not be delivered or released for shipment until complete payment is received and all funds have cleared.

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