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Used
1997 Mercury Cougar
for sale
near me
- Down Payment
- $0
- Net trade-in value
- $0
- Months
- 72
- APR
- 7.0%
- Sales tax
- 0.0%
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I spotted a car I was interested in on Craigslist and
I spotted a car I was interested in on Craigslist and came in to check it out. I was immediately presented with the CarFax and allowed to see the car. I live 2.5 hours away and was able to place a deposit and set up a day to finish the sale. My sales associate, Chase, was professional and responsive to emails. He had my paperwork ready to go when I arrived, and it was quick and easy (though I hope I'm not doomed to being hounded by the third-party extended warranty provider). I did not have an outside inspection done on my vehicle (the service records in the CarFax were pretty complete), but someone asked about having one done while I was there and it didn't seem to be a problem. I am happy with both my vehicle and the purchasing process.
best mercury yet
i just wreck my 1979 mercury capri i went looking and found this cougar by luck i think. the cougar is my third one my first was a 1978 that was nice. this 1997 with sun roof is a great looker though it was garaged for four years it has 169 ,000 miles thats good as far as its now 2017 this is good in snow and other than a tune up i have no way to complain except the transmission shudder is a little mind boggle but this car i believe will last a long time i love the 4.6 probally 23 on highway






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1997 Mercury Cougar XR7
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Responded quickly with info, pictures and a video of the
Responded quickly with info, pictures and a video of the car. Very professional. I would recommend them.
Most reliable
I’m 20 years old had this car since I was 16 and it’s still driving like when I first got it never broke down in it or had a major problem love the cougar
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1995 Mercury Cougar XR-7
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1995 Mercury Cougar XR7
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1995 Mercury Cougar XR7
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1995 Mercury Cougar XR7
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About the 1997 Mercury Cougar
XR7 shown (base trim).
- Seating
- 5
- Door count
- 2
- Drivetrain
- Rear-wheel drive
- Combined MPG
- 0
- Transmission
- A/T
- Engine
- 145.0-hp, 3.8-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)

How much does the 1997 Mercury Cougar cost?
The 1997 Mercury Cougar price depends on several factors, including the trim level, optional features, mileage, vehicle history and location. The nationwide average price for a 1997 Cougar is $11,498, with pricing starting at $3,995.
What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 1997 Mercury Cougar?
The 1997 Mercury Cougar compares to and/or competes against the following vehicles:
Is the 1997 Mercury Cougar reliable?
The 1997 Mercury Cougar has an average reliability rating of 4.9 out of 5 according to Cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 1997 Cougar owners.
Is the 1997 Mercury Cougar a good coupe?
Below are the Cars.com consumer ratings for the 1997 Mercury Cougar.
- Comfort 4.4
- Interior 4.2
- Performance 4.2
- Value 4.4
- Exterior 4.3
- Reliability 4.9
100% of drivers recommend this car
- Comfort 4.4
- Interior 4.2
- Performance 4.2
- Value 4.4
- Exterior 4.3
- Reliability 4.9
XR7 (1 style)
Style |
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2dr Cpe XR7 |
Inventory price |
Starting at $17,830 |
Combined MPG |
0 |
Engine |
145.0-hp, 3.8-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel) |
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