Last attempt to revive the style Mercury. Attempt successful elsewhere. It shows clearly a modern Capri. Bad ...
At the same time they introduce the concept Marauder, Mercury test people's reaction to a convertible 4 seats. Unfortunately, times are no longer the big cars ... but rather to big trucks!
Sensing the emergence of multi-segment, Mercury introduced the (My). With over 10 years of hindsight, one wonders why they have not sold ..
The trench lines foreshadowed new stylistic directions of Ford worldwide. The Cougar 99 will be the first to benefit. Before the cold reactions, Ford to change his mind quickly.
Lightweight, aerodynamic electric car is the Anster the future ... theory. It even has a navigation system ... whose data are stored on tape (we laugh imagining the efficiency and reliability of that thing).
The concept that will define the style of the Mercury 57. Mercury wanted to make a demonstration vehicle with emphasis on safety. If visibility is perfect in the device column Furthermore, the massive chrome tip in the center of the dashboard counters ready to impale you in the event of an accident is undoubtedly to put in the column under.
The first concept of the history of Mercury. The idea was to create a vehicle hardtop as low as possible. The style is so successful that it will serve as the basis for Lincoln vintage 1956.
It could be really cool, especially since it had more competition from the Impala SS. Based on the Grand Marquis, she received a Mustang V8 (302 horsepower), a reinforced suspension, wheels 18 inch chrome shifter and the console dials with white background. Unfortunately, only 11,052 copies will be produced between 2003 and 2004.
New style, try again, fail again. The Cougar 21st century, based on a FWD platform Contour / Mystique, has not found its audience.
Minivan after a joint development between Ford and Nissan North America. It will be sold by Mercury from 1993 to 2002 and then be replaced by the very limited Monterey.
Shortly after the introduction of the Mazda MX-5, Ford replied with this convertible manufactured in Australia. Well done! ... almost. The front-wheel drive (base Mazda 323), the engine a bit tight, driveability limited and uneven finish will not help the success of the new Capri will be withdrawn in 1994.
While the Mustang car becomes fréquentable in 1979, Mercury receives a new variant, this time called Capri. An ultra-exclusive version was introduced in 1984, available in coupe and convertible, manufactured by ASC. Suspension refined, special wheels and roof specifically for convertibles (completely different from that of the Mustang convertible) are among the distinctions of this model. Only 433 will be manufactured in three years.
One of the few attempts to differentiate Mercury Ford products in the 80s. Having been based on the Mustang, the Cougar is the Mercury counterpart, the Thunderbird in 1974. In 1983 began the ninth generation of T-Bird. For the occasion, the Cougar gets a roof vertical wave breezeway roofs reminiscent of the 60s. This feature will last until 1997.
The Bobcat is Canadian! This version (barely) review the Pinto will be introduced to Canada in late November 1973 as a model 74. It will happen in the United States that the following year. The Canadians had rights to certain options not available in the U.S., like the fake wood panels (1977 model pictured).
The Capri was designed by Ford Germany, was presented in Europe in 1969 and it happens in the network Lincoln-Mercury in 1970. She will be available until 1977 (1976 model pictured).
Here is the most extreme Cougar. Nothing but his name is bad. But add in more garish colors, an air intake on the bonnet and the possibility of obtaining a 429 per cent. The Eliminator will be offered in 1969 and 1970.
This is one of the rarest Mercury's history. To fight effectively against Chrysler on Superbird NASCAR circuit, Ford Torino King Cobra concocted and the Cyclone Spoiler II. The program will be canceled at the last minute and only a few copies (known as 4 or 5) have been manufactured.
The Marauder was reintroduced in 1969. Version X-100 is distinguished by its two-tone finish and engine 429 cubic inches. The Marauder and Marauder X-100 only produced two vintages.
The Cyclone is a new mid size since 1968. Spoiler version has external attributes (including the famous spoiler) and access to larger engines, including a 428 cubic inch 335 horsepower.
Mercury Cougar Eliminator
The Eliminator is one of the major car-rare and hardly available in Europe. Even the normal Cougar is a friendly luxury coupe and an asset to all classic exit - especially as a convertible.
The Cougar of the first generation (1967-1970) is closely related with the Ford Mustang, and therefore has a monocoque body. Later models of the built and 2002 series tradition possessed the technology of the Ford Thunderbird. The Karosserieschwachpunkte front plate, fender strut bolts edges and bring to the Chevelle additional corrosion problems. The vacuum system for closing the spotlight should be tight and keep it closed for several days without engine operation. Rusted air tanks often make problems. For identification of an original Eliminator www.theclassiccougarnetwork.com see in the "Eliminator Registry".