1969 Mercury Cougar For Sale

Vivek Nayyar
by Vivek Nayyar

This 1969 Mercury Cougar Standard Convertible is a rare, one-family-owned classic located in Memphis, Tennessee. Originally custom-ordered and delivered on April 1, 1969, the car has remained with the same family for over 55 years. While it retains its original interior, paint, and 4-speed manual transmission, the factory engine was replaced in 1974 with a 351 Windsor V8, which was fully rebuilt in 2019 to produce approximately 300hp. Well-documented and featuring desirable factory options like air conditioning and heavy-duty suspension, this Cougar comes with over $5,000 in spare parts and a lifetime of documented history.

Location: Memphis, Tennessee/USA

Price: $25,000.00

Contact: drstevez1958@gmail.com

Key Details

  • Make/Model: Mercury Cougar Standard Convertible
  • Engine: 5.8L (351W) V8
  • Transmission: 4-speed Manual
  • History: One-family owned since new; original title and manual included
  • Title: Clean (Original 1969 Title)

Condition

  • 90% complete project; car starts and runs regularly
  • Rebuilt engine (2019) with less than 1,000 miles since completion
  • Original factory interior and paint with some older bodywork
  • Ziebarted from new; no history of wrecks or significant rust
  • Convertible top replaced in the 1980s; fully functional but shows wear
  • Tires have deep tread but are over 20 years old

Performance Highlights

  • Rebuilt 351W V8 (0.03 over) with Bullet Racing cam
  • Holley Sniper EFI system on Edelbrock 351 Performer intake
  • Rebuilt 4-speed transmission with new Sachs clutch and flywheel
  • Tanks Inc 22-gallon fuel tank with in-tank electric pump
  • Flowmaster 2 1/4" dual exhaust with H-pipe and Turbo mufflers
  • Heavy-duty suspension and original Magnum 500 wheels

Known Issues

  • Factory AC system is currently out of the car
  • Heater core is bypassed and likely needs replacement
  • Tires are aged (20+ years) and require replacement

Upgrades & Features

  • Kenwood stereo hidden in the glove box
  • Trunk battery relocation kit installed
  • Driver's seat track extended 3–4 inches
  • Mallory HEI distributor
  • Comprehensive collection of spare 1969–1970 parts valued over $5,000

Additional Information

  • The seller has several other photos available

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