How much is a 1989 Mercury Cougar worth?
How much is a 1989 Mercury Cougar worth?
Average Price of 1989 Mercury Cougar Trims
| Trim | Average Price | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1989 Mercury Cougar XR7 (1981, 1987-1997) | $11,306 | 9 Listings |
| 1989 Mercury Cougar LS (1981-1992) | $14,125 | 5 Listings |
| 1989 Mercury Cougar XR7 LS (1982) | $13,750 | 1 Listings |
| 1989 Mercury Cougar GS (1981-1982) | Listings |
What kind of engine did the Cougar have in 1989?
The biggest news was that, for the first time in Cougar history, no V8 engine would be offered in 1989 (nor 1990). The lowered cowl of the new MN12 chassis did not allow the traditional 5.0L (302 cid) V8 to clear the hood; engineers would continue to work on getting the V8 to fit without a power decrease and finally get it into the cars for 1991.
What kind of transmission does a Mercury Cougar have?
Optional on the XR7 was a Mazda-derived M5R2 5-speed manual transmission. This truck transmission was chosen because it could handle the supercharged 3.8’s torque much better than a standard Ford T-5 manual. The Cougar was to retain a formal notchback-style roofline, waterfall grille, and the vertical bar theme in the taillights.
When did the Mercury Cougar come to market?
The entire MN12 project was delayed at least once, coming to market in late 1988 as a 1989 model, and late at that. (A later spinoff platform, the FN10, was given exclusively to the Lincoln Mark VIII in 1993, and was essentially the MN12 platform with aluminum components instead of heavier steel).
When did the Ford Cougar get rear wheel drive?
As early as 1984, officials at Ford began pondering the next versions of the Cougar and Thunderbird. The goal was to create an all-new, world-class rear-wheel-drive chassis that could compete with the more elite RWD cars of the world (read: BMW). This would require a shift to a fully independent rear suspension (IRS).
What kind of engine does a Mercury Cougar have?
TECH SPECS ENGINES LS – 3.8 (232 cid) V6; 140 hp @ 3800 rpm TRANSMISSIONS LS – AOD 4-speed automatic with overdriv BRAKES LS – Front 10.8″ disc, rear 9.8″ drum Op SPECIFICATIONS Wheelbase – 113″ Overall Length – 198.7″ CURB WEIGHT LS – 3570 lb. XR7 (w/5 speed) – 3776 lb.
What kind of car was the 1989 Mercury Cougar?
The surprise hit of the Fox-chassis Thunderbird/Cougar cars, the successful Tempo/Topaz duo, the new flagship Lincoln Mark VII, and the new game-changing Taurus/Sable helped define Ford as a leader in both sales and design in North America.
What was the competition for the 1989 Cougar?
The main competition, which included GM’s G-body cars (Buick Regal, Olds Cutlass, Pontiac Grand Prix, Chevy Monte Carlo/Lumina) and the Chrysler Lebaron, were simultaneously readying their switch to front-wheel-drive chassis, while also gaining IRS. But Ford was committed to RWD due to its balanced handling dynamics.
The entire MN12 project was delayed at least once, coming to market in late 1988 as a 1989 model, and late at that. (A later spinoff platform, the FN10, was given exclusively to the Lincoln Mark VIII in 1993, and was essentially the MN12 platform with aluminum components instead of heavier steel).
