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Mercury Cougar 6th Gen

1983 – 1988 — USA

The Mercury Cougar, introduced in 1967, was a versatile series of automobiles that remained in production until 2002. While commonly known for its two-door coupe models, the Cougar also offered variations such as convertibles and hatchbacks throughout its production history. Not limited to just coupes, the Cougar expanded its lineup to include a four-door sedan and five-door station wagon during its time as the mid-size Mercury line. With a production run spanning 34 years and going through eight generations (excluding the 1998 model year), the Cougar ranks as the second-longest-running model in the Mercury lineup, surpassed only by the Grand Marquis at 36 years. Furthermore, the Cougar holds the distinction of being the highest-selling vehicle in Mercury's lineup with a total production number of 2,972,784 units. Key Points: 1. The Mercury Cougar was produced from 1967 to 2002 and offered a diverse array of models including two-door coupes, convertibles, hatchbacks, four-door sedans, and five-door station wagons. 2. Throughout its 34-year production run, the Cougar went through eight generations, skipping the 1998 model year. 3. The Cougar ranks second only to the Grand Marquis in terms of production longevity in the Mercury lineup. 4. With a total production of 2,972,784 units, the Cougar stands as the highest-selling Mercury vehicle.