1969 Mercury Cougar XR7 Blue

I bought this car in 92 from the third owner, The first owner had it for about 20 years. The second owner had it featured in magazines around 90/91. The car has never been wrecked or rusty. Among the pictures is the only spot of rust I've found in 27 years. I've included pics of many spot welds which show how solid the car is. I believe it retains its original drivetrain and sheet metal. No replacement panels or patch panels. The car was sent to Kevin Marti in 89 for cosmetics. At that time it was repainted. Although it looks good from a few feet away the paint is showing its age. There are a few spots of thin paint from polishing and other age related issues. In spite of that it is very presentable and gets attention where ever I take it. It starts and runs reliably and everything works including the AC. It's perfect for Spring cruising with the top down and original FM radio blasting. It pulls strong and under full throttle shifts into 3rd at about 90 mph. It's well optioned with the following: AM/FM Stereo, AC, PW, PB, PS, Leather, Traction Loc,Tinted Windows, Ram Air, Undercoating (light) etc. This is one of the rarest cars of the period being one of 127 and one of 96 automatics. I believe there were 5 in this color combination which I think is one of the most desirable.