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This 1973 Mercury Cougar XR-7 Convertible was offered for sale at the 2007 Sports and Classic Car Auction presented by The Worldwide Group, in Hilton Head Island, SC where it was estimated to sell for $18,000 - $28,000. It was offered without reserve. Under the hood is a 351 cubic-inch V8 engine capable of producing 250 horsepower. There is an automatic gearbox, factory AM radio with Eight-Track, power steering, and power brakes.
When Mercury conceived the idea for the Cougar, it was to be a European-styled coupe. This car rested on a Mustang chassis that had been stretched and was Mercury's entry into the highly popular pony and muscle car segment. In 1967, Mercury's new vehicle netted over 150,000 sales and was named Motor Trend's Car of the Year. The 1967 and 1968 bodystyle remained similar; the 1969 and 1970 was slightly different sitting on a slightly larger wheelbase.
The Mercury Cougar's key to its popularity was its sticker price, which was very affordable considering the package. In 1969 a convertible was added to the lineup, adding the versatility and adding an additional option for the buyers. The XR7, GT, and Eliminator were additional bodystyles and optional packages that afforded buyers luxury and performance.
The Cougars of this era featured hidden headlamps and sequential turn signals.
The Cougar was used in the Trans-Am racing series where it was met with much success in the late 1960s and early 1970s.
In 1971 the Cougar grew again in size. This was the first major redesign and would continue until 1973. By now the company was moving the Cougar away from performance and towards luxury. For 1971, the only engine option available was the 351 cubic-inch V8 unit that was reliable and economical. It was a good choice for the company as the company moved closer to the oil embargo and shortage. Many marque's were doing the same, moving away from performance, as government regulations increased, safety concerns escalated, and an impending energy crisis was on the horizon.
This example is painted in its original Onyx Black which is still in good condition. It has a white top and matching white interior. This vehicle was sold, selling for $13,750 including buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Dec 2007
When Mercury conceived the idea for the Cougar, it was to be a European-styled coupe. This car rested on a Mustang chassis that had been stretched and was Mercury's entry into the highly popular pony and muscle car segment. In 1967, Mercury's new vehicle netted over 150,000 sales and was named Motor Trend's Car of the Year. The 1967 and 1968 bodystyle remained similar; the 1969 and 1970 was slightly different sitting on a slightly larger wheelbase.
The Mercury Cougar's key to its popularity was its sticker price, which was very affordable considering the package. In 1969 a convertible was added to the lineup, adding the versatility and adding an additional option for the buyers. The XR7, GT, and Eliminator were additional bodystyles and optional packages that afforded buyers luxury and performance.
The Cougars of this era featured hidden headlamps and sequential turn signals.
The Cougar was used in the Trans-Am racing series where it was met with much success in the late 1960s and early 1970s.
In 1971 the Cougar grew again in size. This was the first major redesign and would continue until 1973. By now the company was moving the Cougar away from performance and towards luxury. For 1971, the only engine option available was the 351 cubic-inch V8 unit that was reliable and economical. It was a good choice for the company as the company moved closer to the oil embargo and shortage. Many marque's were doing the same, moving away from performance, as government regulations increased, safety concerns escalated, and an impending energy crisis was on the horizon.
This example is painted in its original Onyx Black which is still in good condition. It has a white top and matching white interior. This vehicle was sold, selling for $13,750 including buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Dec 2007
2007 The Hilton Head Sports & Classic Car Auction
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $18,000-USD $28,000
Sale Price :
USD $13,750
1973 Mercury Cougar Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Mercury Cougar
(Data based on Model Year 1973 sales)
1973 MERCURY COUGAR XR7 CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: 3F94H545455 Sold for USD$13,750 2024 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale AZ | |
1973 Mercury Cougar XR-7 Chassis#: 3f93q562463 Sold for USD$13,750 2024 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
1973 Mercury Cougar XR-7 Convertible Chassis#: 3f94q576779 Sold for USD$22,000 2024 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
1973 Mercury Cougar XR-7 Convertible Chassis#: 3f94q527813 Sold for USD$15,400 2024 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
1973 Mercury Cougar XR-7 Convertible Chassis#: 3f94q576779 Sold for USD$24,200 2023 Mecum : Kissimmee Summer Special 2023 | |
1973 Mercury Cougar XR-7 Convertible Chassis#: 3f92h572519 Sold for USD$6,600 2023 Mecum : Kissimmee Summer Special 2023 | |
1973 Mercury Cougar XR-7 Convertible Sold for USD$16,500 2023 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
1973 Mercury Cougar XR-7 Convertible Sold for USD$19,250 2022 Mecum : Las Vegas | |
1973 Mercury Cougar XR-7 Sold for USD$24,200 2022 Mecum : Dallas | |
1973 Mercury Cougar XR-7 Convertible Sold for USD$25,300 2022 Mecum Indy | |
1973 Mercury Cougar XR-7 Convertible Sold for USD$16,500 2022 Mecum : Glendale | |
1973 Mercury Cougar Chassis#: 3F94H500896 Sold for USD$14,500 2021 GAA : November 2021 | |
1973 Mercury Cougar Sold for USD$10,250 2021 GAA : April 2021 | |
1973 Mercury Cougar XR-7 Convertible Sold for USD$19,250 2021 Mecum : Houston 2021 | |
1973 Mercury Cougar Convertible Sold for USD$28,050 2020 Mecum : Las Vegas | |
1973 Mercury Cougar XR7 Sold for USD$11,000 2020 GAA : July 2020 | |
1973 Mercury Cougar Convertible Sold for USD$18,700 2020 Mecum Auctions : Kissimmee | |
1973 Mercury Cougar Convertible Sold for USD$13,200 2019 Mecum : Chicago | |
1973 Mercury Cougar Convertible Sold for USD$17,050 2019 Mecum : Harrisburg | |
1973 Mercury Cougar XR-7 Convertible Sold for USD$19,250 2019 Mecum : Harrisburg |
Mercury Cougars That Failed To Sell At Auction
1973 Mercury Cougar's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
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1973 Mercury Cougar XR-7 Convertible | 3f94q538063 | 2024 Mecum : Kissimmee | $28,000 | ||
1973 Mercury Cougar XR-7 Convertible | 3f94q576779 | 2023 Mecum : Indy | $22,000 | ||
1973 Mercury Cougar XR-7 Convertible | 2023 Mecum : Kissimmee | $28,000 | |||
1973 Mercury Cougar XR-7 Convertible | 2022 Mecum : Houston | $23,000 | |||
1973 Mercury Cougar Xr-7 Convertible | 2021 Mecum : Orlando | $25,000 | |||
1973 Mercury Cougar XR-7 Convertible | 2021 Mecum : Kissimmee | $25,000 | |||
1973 Mercury Cougar XR-7 Convertible | 2020 Mecum : Kissimmee Summer Special | $25,000 | |||
1973 Mercury Cougar XR7 | 2018 GAA : November 2018 | $17,000 | |||
1973 Mercury Cougar XR7 | 2018 Collector Car Toronto Fall Classic | $15,000 | |||
1973 Mercury Cougar Convertible | 2018 Mecum : Indianapolis | $19,000 | |||
1973 Mercury Cougar Convertible | 2018 Mecum : Kansas City | $22,000 | |||
1973 Mercury Cougar XR-7 Convertible | 2018 Mecum : Kissimmee | $11,000 | |||
1973 Mercury Cougar XR-7 Convertible | 2017 Mecum : Las Vegas | $21,000 | |||
1973 Mercury Cougar Xr-7 Convertible | 2017 Mecum : Las Vegas | $23,000 | |||
1973 Mercury Cougar XR7 Convertible | 2017 GAA : November | $12,000 | |||
1973 Mercury Cougar Convertible | 2017 Mecum : Harrisburg | $11,000 | |||
1973 MERCURY COUGAR CVTBLE | 2016 McCormick's # 61 | $11,000 | |||
1973 Mercury Cougar XR7 Convertible | 2016 Russo & Steele : Arizona | ||||
1973 Mercury Cougar XR7 Convertible | 2015 Mecum : Denver | $5,000 | |||
1973 Mercury Cougar XR7 Convertible | 2015 Mecum : Seattle | $23,000 | |||
1973 Mercury Cougar | 2014 Carlisle Auctions : Zephyrhills Fall Auction | ||||
1973 Mercury Cougar XR7 Convertible | 2014 Mecum : Indianapolis | $16,000 | |||
1973 Mercury Cougar XR7 Convertible 351 CI, Automatic | 2013 Mecum Auction Chicago | $16,000 | |||
1973 Mercury Cougar XR7 Convertible | 2013 Mecum : Schaumburg | $16,000 | |||
1973 Mercury Cougar XR7 Convertible | 2012 Auctions America Fall Carlisle | $11,000 | |||
1973 Mercury Cougar XR7 | 2012 Mecum Auctions St. Paul, MN Auction | $8,500 | |||
1973 Mercury Cougar Convertible | 2012 Branson Auction Spring 2012 | ||||
1973 Mercury Cougar XR 7 Convertible | 2012 Branson Auction Spring 2012 | $15,500 | |||
1973 Mercury Cougar Convertible | 2011 Mecum Kansas City, MO | ||||
1973 Mercury Cougar Convertible | 2011 Mecum Kansas City, MO | $11,500 |
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