186K views · 8.6K reactions | Check out this often overlooked muscle car, the 1968 Mercury Cougar GT-E. These were sporty but comfortable, and the GT-E bought you a 7-liter V8 to make things interesting. Most were the smooth 428 V8, but some were ordered with the legendary 427... like the one in this video. The 427 was rated at 390 HP and has a great rumble, but the car is refined enough to drive and enjoy every day. #musclecar #cougar #427 | Muscle Car Of The Week | Facebook

Today we take a closer look at the 1971 Mercury Cougar XR7. This was the first year for the second-generation Cougar, replacing the original that started in 1967. This new car was longer, more luxurious, and featured the largest engines offered by Ford/Lincoln/Mercury. AMCM's Owner, Mark Pieloch, covers this original XR7, including the model's history and the rarely optioned factory sunroof. | American Muscle Car Museum