1978 Mercury Cougar 2-Door Hardtop
The Cougar was Mercury's mid-size line, twin of the Ford LTD II, for 1978. Flory records 21,398 built for 1978 at a base price of $5,052.
Shown as 1978 Mercury Cougar, not confirmed by the VIN.
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8F91F502407
8 Cyl. 302 Cu. In. (2-V)
Engine
2-Door Hardtop
Body
Dearborn, MI
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
Source: Ford Master Parts Catalog (Lincoln/Mercury); Flory, American Cars.
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1978 Mercury Cougar
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 8 | 1978 |
| Plant Code | F | Dearborn, MI |
| Model Code | 91 | Cougar |
| Engine Code | F | 8 Cyl. 302 Cu. In. (2-V) |
| Serial Number | 502407 | Production #502407 |
Basic Information
MakeMercury
ModelCougar
Year1978
Body Style2-Door Hardtop
ManufacturerMercury
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl. 302 Cu. In. (2-V)
Cylinders8
Displacement302 CID
Assembly PlantDearborn, MI
Plant CodeF
Pattern SourceMercury
Original Specifications (Matched to: Cougar Coupe)
Height52.6
Length215.5
Wheelbase114.0
Width78.6
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)