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1968 Mercury Cougar

486 photos documented since 2007 16 years documented ♡ Follow this build

The story

Bought the car in 1993. Painted in 1995. New original pattern all leather interior 2007. Pure Stock Muscle Car Drags heat winner 2006. — 68Wcode427

Day one vs. today

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1968 Mercury Cougar in 2023
1968 Mercury Cougar in 2007
2007 2023

Photo history

486 photos across 16 years — drag the dot to travel through this vehicle’s life. Captions are the owner’s; where there isn’t one, the AI caption fills in.

2007

2007

132 photos added — showing 8

1968 Mercury Cougar - Color is Augusta Green Poly with Sheffield Silver lower body. All GT-E's have the silver lower body and the unique GT-E only side molding a… 1968 Mercury Cougar - Out on a drive this house built in 1805 is fun to look at. The location is the south side of the Ohio River, about 3 miles down stream from… 1968 Mercury Cougar - The beautiful all leather upholstery was done at Nationwide Auto Restoration in Jeffersonville, Indiana using the finest Spinneybeck cowhid… 1968 Mercury Cougar - Nice from this angle too. The Augusta green color really pops in the sun. Pictures don't show how nice it looks. 1968 Mercury Cougar - Got a 427 side oiler? Betcha don't. 1968 Mercury Cougar - I used a set of Precision Oil Pumps end rocker support stands and thick wall shafts with the stock adjustable rockers. The pushrods were fr… 1968 Mercury Cougar - I repainted the dash and replaced the carpet in 2007 when the new leather was installed so it would all look like new. 1968 Mercury Cougar - Here's me at Mid Michigan Motorplex about to whoop up on a '71 429SCJ 4 speed Torino Brougham. I ran a 14.2 at 98 and got him at the start…

2008

25 photos added — showing 8

1968 Mercury Cougar - 1966 Galaxie 427 production statistics 1968 Mercury Cougar - Alternator harness 1968 Mercury Cougar - "N Case without the N" date code is 7M20 = 1967, December 20 1968 Mercury Cougar - Cast metal part with visible casting numbers 7M200 and other unidentifiable markings. 1968 Mercury Cougar - A close-up view of a cast iron component shows stamped identification marks and manufacturing marks. 1968 Mercury Cougar - Daytona pinion carrier C5AW-C 1968 Mercury Cougar - A close-up view of a cast iron component with visible casting numbers, likely from an engine assembly. 1968 Mercury Cougar - Close-up of a differential housing and gears, with a box for Fel-Pro gaskets visible in the background.

2009

35 photos added — showing 8

1968 Mercury Cougar - Adjusting Fomoco mechanical voltage regulators 1968 Mercury Cougar - A disassembled engine block, painted blue on the oil pan, is mounted on a stand, showing its internal valve train components. 1968 Mercury Cougar - Engine block and oil pan assembly on an engine stand, with a car wheel visible in the background. 1968 Mercury Cougar - Close-up of a V8 engine block, showing the internal cylinder heads and valve train assembly. 1968 Mercury Cougar - Close-up of an engine block with attached metal bracket and hardware. 1968 Mercury Cougar - Close-up view of an engine block, showing spark plugs and a visible casting number. 1968 Mercury Cougar - Engine pushrods and flywheel shown with Performance Components packaging. 1968 Mercury Cougar - A metal flywheel with a toothed outer edge and multiple bolt holes is shown, with markings and a website logo visible.

2010

22 photos added — showing 8

1968 Mercury Cougar - Undercarriage view of a 1968 Mercury Cougar showing the rear axle and exhaust. 1968 Mercury Cougar - Close-up view of a V8 engine dual carburetors and prominent orange valve train components. 1968 Mercury Cougar - A green 1968 Mercury Cougar coupe with a black vinyl roof is parked outdoors, with other vehicles in the background. 1968 Mercury Cougar - A man sits behind the wheel of a classic coupe parked in front of a garage. 1968 Mercury Cougar - The interior of a 1968 Mercury Cougar shows a woodgrain dashboard with multiple gauges and a classic steering wheel. 1968 Mercury Cougar - Driving through a scenic mountain pass, with other cars and trucks on the highway ahead. 1968 Mercury Cougar - Green 1968 Mercury Cougar with hood and door open, parked next to a Jeep. Tools and fluids are on the ground. 1968 Mercury Cougar - Close-up view of a vehicle's engine compartment, showing the air cleaner, radiator, and fan.

2011

18 photos added — showing 8

1968 Mercury Cougar - A person attends to the engine bay of a car, with a second vehicle visible in the background. 1968 Mercury Cougar - This document details the specifications for a Cobra Jet program build, listing various components and their requirements. 1968 Mercury Cougar - This document details specifications for the 1968 Mustang 2 plus 2 Fastback with the 428 Cobra Jet engine. 1968 Mercury Cougar - Blueprint shows detailed specifications for a wheel hub, including dimensions and part numbers like S8MS 9C503A. 1968 Mercury Cougar - Diagram illustrates the electrical and fuel routing for an engine control system. 1968 Mercury Cougar - This diagram details the assembly of a carburetor, listing parts and their corresponding numbers for installation. 1968 Mercury Cougar - Technical drawing details the dimensions and installation layout for a GT500J emblem. 1968 Mercury Cougar - Technical drawing details the "Cobra 428 Jet" emblem, including dimensions and material specifications.

2012

22 photos added — showing 8

1968 Mercury Cougar - 8F93S544835 begin 1968 Mercury Cougar - This 1968 Mercury Cougar coupe is seen from the rear quarter angle, a yellow body and a black vinyl roof. 1968 Mercury Cougar - Rear view of a 1968 Mercury Cougar with a black vinyl top and light yellow paint. 1968 Mercury Cougar - A side view of a vintage Mercury Cougar with a black vinyl roof sits parked in front of a house. 1968 Mercury Cougar - A 1967 Mercury Cougar is seen from the front, parked in a driveway with trees and another vehicle in the background. 1968 Mercury Cougar - Close-up of a car's interior door panel, showing the brown upholstery and chrome hardware. 1968 Mercury Cougar - Interior rear seat with tan upholstery and coiled weatherstripping. 1968 Mercury Cougar - The interior of a car shows significant wear and tear on the seats, with foam padding exposed through rips.

2013

21 photos added — showing 8

1968 Mercury Cougar - Close-up view of an engine block's internal components, including valves and springs. 1968 Mercury Cougar - This image shows the internal components of a V8 engine, likely during a repair or rebuild process. 1968 Mercury Cougar - Close-up view of an engine's intake manifold gasket surface, showing wear and residue. 1968 Mercury Cougar - Front view of a blue 1968 Mercury Cougar parked in a driveway. 1968 Mercury Cougar - Blue 1968 Mercury Cougar parked in front of a garage, showing its distinctive rear grille and taillights. 1968 Mercury Cougar - The interior of a car is shown, with a focus on the seats and dashboard area. 1968 Mercury Cougar - A blue 1969 Mercury Cougar is parked in front of a residential garage. 1968 Mercury Cougar - A blue 1968 Mercury Cougar is parked in a driveway with other cars visible in the background.

2014

16 photos added — showing 8

1968 Mercury Cougar - This diagram details the electrical schematic for turn signals, emergency warning, and brake lights on a Cougar. 1968 Mercury Cougar - This diagram shows the electrical schematic for Cougar turn signals, emergency warning, and brake lights. 1968 Mercury Cougar - Several plastic gears of various colors and sizes are laid out with metal retaining clips on a wooden table. 1968 Mercury Cougar - Close-up view of a vehicle's engine bay, highlighting various components and a prominent air filter. 1968 Mercury Cougar - Close-up view of engine belts and fan assembly, with a blue painted component visible. 1968 Mercury Cougar - Close-up of a ribbed engine belt showing the DAYCO 17435 part number and "MADE IN U.S.A." text. 1968 Mercury Cougar - Comparison of a polished exhaust tip set next to a used set, with a Supermotors.net watermark. 1968 Mercury Cougar - Pair of dual exhaust tips, one polished chrome and one raw metal, laid out on a towel.

2015

68 photos added — showing 8

1968 Mercury Cougar - This document displays various angles and specifications for the 1968 Mercury Cougar GT-E. 1968 Mercury Cougar - 1968 Mercury Cougar GT-E, a refined muscle car with a 427-cubic inch V8. 1968 Mercury Cougar - A green 1968 Mercury Cougar is loaded onto a trailer, ready for transport by a black pickup truck. 1968 Mercury Cougar - Men stand around a dark green 1968 Mercury Cougar, discussing the vehicle. 1968 Mercury Cougar - A dark 1968 Mercury Cougar is seen from the front, driving on a road alongside a white SUV. 1968 Mercury Cougar - A row of classic cars, including a 1968 Mercury Cougar, are displayed with hoods up. 1968 Mercury Cougar - A sticker celebrates 35 years of the Cougar Club of America, alongside an XR7 emblem on a dark green vehicle. 1968 Mercury Cougar - Engine bay detail with carburetor and throttle linkage visible.

2016

63 photos added — showing 8

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2017

15 photos added — showing 8

1968 Mercury Cougar - A dark green 1968 Mercury Cougar is parked under a covered structure, with a pickup truck beside it. 1968 Mercury Cougar 1968 Mercury Cougar - This vintage Mercury Cougar is set up for drag racing, with its hood open revealing the engine. 1968 Mercury Cougar - A 1968 Mercury Cougar drag car is captured from the front, ready for a race. 1968 Mercury Cougar - This 1968 Mercury Cougar, identified as a Pfeiffer Lincoln Mercury vehicle from Grand Rapids, Michigan, displays 'ELIMINATOR' on its rear q… 1968 Mercury Cougar - A man looks at a V8 engine displayed next to a classic 1968 Mercury Cougar at an outdoor event. 1968 Mercury Cougar - The interior of a 1968 Mercury Cougar is shown, a racing helmet and a glimpse of another vehicle outside. 1968 Mercury Cougar - The open hood reveals a powerful engine with prominent dual carburetors and custom intake piping.

2018

31 photos added — showing 8

1968 Mercury Cougar - Close-up of an engine block with a person's hand pointing to a detail. A metal plate is bolted to the top of the block. 1968 Mercury Cougar - Engine block assembly in progress, with mechanics attending to the internal components. 1968 Mercury Cougar - Close-up view of an engine block's crankshaft bearing journals with main bearing caps installed. 1968 Mercury Cougar - An engine block is shown on a stand, with a person holding a component near it. 1968 Mercury Cougar - A close-up view of a single connecting rod, a crucial engine component, being handled with care. 1968 Mercury Cougar 1968 Mercury Cougar 1968 Mercury Cougar

2019

5 photos added

1968 Mercury Cougar - A teal 1968 Mercury Cougar convertible with a white top is parked in a driveway. 1968 Mercury Cougar - A 1968 Mercury Cougar is parked in a driveway with its door open; a modern SUV is visible in the background. 1968 Mercury Cougar - Interior view of a classic car, highlighting the front seats and dashboard details. 1968 Mercury Cougar - The engine bay of a 1968 Mercury Cougar is shown, highlighting the air cleaner and engine components. 1968 Mercury Cougar - John Ludorf's car

2020

1 photo added

1968 Mercury Cougar - This document provides a detailed report on a 1968 Mercury Cougar XR-7, listing its specifications and production information.

2022

11 photos added — showing 8

1968 Mercury Cougar 1968 Mercury Cougar 1968 Mercury Cougar - A close-up of a worn fuel pump sits on a workbench next to various tools and debris. 1968 Mercury Cougar - A close-up view of a used metal mechanical component, showing signs of rust and wear. 1968 Mercury Cougar - Car Life Cyclone Road test 1968 Mercury Cougar - Magazine article race cars and text about the Mercury Cyclone's performance. 1968 Mercury Cougar - Magazine article a 1968 Mercury Cyclone GT with a front-facing view. 1968 Mercury Cougar - A 1968 Mercury Cyclone is shown from the front, with detailed specifications provided in the accompanying text.

2023

1 photo added

1968 Mercury Cougar - Close-up of a blue painted metal part showing casting numbers.
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