1970 Mercury Cougar XR7 Hardtop
XR-7 was the Cougar's top trim, adding richer appointments to Mercury's personal-luxury pony car. About 18,565 hardtops were built from $3,201.
Model year needs verification: this serial block was also used in
1980. VIN model code 93 was used by both 1970 and 1980 Lincoln-Mercury cars and the VIN does not distinguish them; showing the 1970 interpretation. If this is a 1980 vehicle, verify against the title or body/warranty plate.
0J93D652758
8 Cyl. 302 Cu. In. (2-V)
Engine
Hardtop
Body
Los Angeles, CA
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
Source: Ford Master Parts Catalog (Lincoln/Mercury); Flory, American Cars.
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1970 Mercury Cougar XR7
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VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 0 | 1970 |
| Plant Code | J | Los Angeles, CA |
| Model Code | 93 | Cougar XR7 |
| Engine Code | D | 8 Cyl. 302 Cu. In. (2-V) |
| Serial Number | 652758 | Production #652758 |
Basic Information
MakeMercury
ModelCougar XR7
Year1970
Body StyleHardtop
ManufacturerMercury
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl. 302 Cu. In. (2-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement302 CID
Assembly PlantLos Angeles, CA
Plant CodeJ
Pattern SourceMercury
Original Specifications (Matched to: Cougar)
Bodystyle lifespan1967 through 1970
Headroom front37.3
Headroom rear35.9
Height51.9
Legroom front42.7
Legroom rear29.9
Length196.1
Nameplate origin1967
Wheelbase111.1
Width74.1
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)