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1971 Mercury Cougar XR7 Convertible

The XR7 convertible paired Mercury's top Cougar trim with a folding top, a scarce 1,717 built from a $3,877 base.
1G94C541230
8 Cyl. 429 Cu. In. (4-V)
Engine
Convertible
Body
Chicago, IL
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1971 Mercury Cougar XR7

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 1 1971
Plant Code G Chicago, IL
Model Code 94 Cougar XR7
Engine Code C 8 Cyl. 429 Cu. In. (4-V)
Serial Number 541230 Production #541230

Basic Information

MakeMercury
ModelCougar XR7
Year1971
Body StyleConvertible
ManufacturerMercury
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 429 Cu. In. (4-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement429 CID
Assembly PlantChicago, IL
Plant CodeG
Pattern SourceMercury
Confidence95%

Original Specifications (Matched to: Cougar)

Bodystyle lifespan1971through 1973
Length196.7
Nameplate origin1967
Wheelbase112.1
Width75.8

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)