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Used 1997 Mercury Cougar for sale near Chicago, IL

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Est. $400 /mo*
Down Payment
$0
Net trade-in value
$0
Months
72
APR
7.0%
Sales tax
0.0%

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1997 Mercury Cougar XR7
1997 Mercury Cougar XR7
1997 Mercury Cougar XR7
1997 Mercury Cougar XR7
1997 Mercury Cougar XR7
1997 Mercury Cougar XR7 View all 99 photos

Used

1997 Mercury Cougar XR7

785 mi.
$19,000
Est. $357/mo*
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Gateway Classic Cars
(308 reviews)
O Fallon, IL (256 mi.)
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Vehicle information

Ext. color: White
Int. color: Tan
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel Drive
MPG: 18-26
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Engine: 3.8L V-6 regular unleaded, engine with 145HP
Stock #: KCM859
VIN: 1MELM6241VH634378

Features

Entertainment: CD Player
Seating: Leather Seats

Reviews

Gateway Classic Cars review

They send me updates on cars that I am looking at first

April 15, 2025
By Stephen from Frackville pa

They send me updates on cars that I am looking at first that is why I give them good rating

1997 Mercury Cougar XR7 review

best mercury yet

January 22, 2017
By carfan59 from Moses Lake WA
Owns this car

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
1997 Mercury Cougar XR7

Used

1997 Mercury Cougar XR7

50,260 mi.
$12,000
Est. $226/mo*
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Napoli Kia
(2,084 reviews)
Milford, CT (756 mi.)
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Vehicle information

Drivetrain: Rear-wheel Drive
MPG: 18-26
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: 4-Speed Automatic
Engine: 3.8L V6 12V MPFI OHV
Stock #: 4608RRCL
VIN: 1MELM6247VH635566

Features

Seating: Leather Seats

Reviews

Napoli Kia review

Such an easy and pleasant experience for my first

April 17, 2025
By Sarah from Fairfield CT

Such an easy and pleasant experience for my first service, I’ll definitely be retuning.

1997 Mercury Cougar XR7 review

Most reliable

February 24, 2020
By Dawgpound20 from Warren,Ohio
Owns this car

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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1996 Mercury Cougar XR7
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Used

1996 Mercury Cougar XR7

133,230 mi.
$5,988
Est. $113/mo*
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Econo Auto Sales Inc
Lakewood, CO (919 mi.)
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Vehicle information

Ext. color: Pacific Green Pearl Metallic
Int. color: Tan
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel Drive
MPG: 19-23
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Engine: 4.6L V-8 regular unleaded, engine with 205HP
Stock #: 12732
VIN: 1MELM62W1TH629695

Features

Entertainment: CD Player
Seating: Leather Seats
1995 Mercury Cougar XR-7
1995 Mercury Cougar XR-7
1995 Mercury Cougar XR-7
1995 Mercury Cougar XR-7
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Used

1995 Mercury Cougar XR-7

42,000 mi.
$10,900
Est. $205/mo*
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Kinion Auto Sales
Clarence, IA (175 mi.)
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Vehicle information

Ext. color: Dark Green
Int. color: Dark Green
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel Drive
MPG: 19-26
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: 4 Speed Automatic
Engine: 4.6L V8 OHV 12V
Stock #: 6045
VIN: 1MELM62W1SH621160

Features

Seating: Leather Seats
1995 Mercury Cougar XR7
1995 Mercury Cougar XR7
1995 Mercury Cougar XR7
1995 Mercury Cougar XR7
1995 Mercury Cougar XR7
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Used

1995 Mercury Cougar XR7

45,162 mi.
$10,000
Est. $188/mo*
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Gateway Classic Cars
(308 reviews)
O Fallon, IL (256 mi.)
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Vehicle information

Ext. color: Black
Int. color: Gray
MPG: 19-26
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: 4-Speed Automatic
Engine: 4.6L V-8 regular unleaded, engine with 210HP
Stock #: NSH2077
VIN: 1MELM62W4SH655481

Features

Entertainment: CD Player
Seating: Leather Seats
1995 Mercury Cougar XR7
1995 Mercury Cougar XR7
1995 Mercury Cougar XR7
1995 Mercury Cougar XR7
1995 Mercury Cougar XR7
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Used

1995 Mercury Cougar XR7

37,589 mi.
$10,995
Est. $207/mo*
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Louisville, TN (460 mi.)
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Vehicle information

Ext. color: Maroon
Int. color: Maroon
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel Drive
Fuel type: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Engine: 8 Cylinder Engine
Stock #: N69
VIN: 1MELM62W6SH635264

Features

Entertainment: CD Player
Seating: Leather Seats
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About the 1997 Mercury Cougar

Basics

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)
Side view of the 1997 Mercury Cougar
FAQs

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 $15,500, with pricing starting at $12,000.

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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.

(5 reviews)
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.4
  • Interior 4.2
  • Performance 4.2
  • Value 4.4
  • Exterior 4.3
  • Reliability 4.9
Ratings (5 reviews)

100% of drivers recommend this car

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.4
  • Interior 4.2
  • Performance 4.2
  • Value 4.4
  • Exterior 4.3
  • Reliability 4.9
Trims

XR7 (1 style)

Style
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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