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 ...

You cannot not remember the 1967 Cougar. It was nearly an instant hit, selling over 150K cars in 1967, with over 27K customers choosing the upgraded XR-7. It wasn't ...