T he Cougar Eliminator name first appeared on the metal of "Dyno" Don Nicholson's drag strip funny car, a potent machine ...

The change from the previous year was almost insignificant, as Mercury shipped only 200 more XR-7 convertibles compared to 1971. The company didn't make the Cougar more affordable, either.

Stunning, fully restored 1969 Mercury Cougar XR-7 Convertible in its original red exterior over a red and white leather interior. This classic muscle car received a no-expense-spared restoration ...