21st Apr 2011, 16:58
I had a 76 Cougar XR7. It had a full vinyl roof, because it had a factory power moon roof. It had honey comb mags and a 460. I changed the timing gears to 429 gears and the Motorcraft carb to a center pivot Holey 750cfm. Had to jet it down some, but it literally flew with these minor changes.
I would love to find another Cougar the same. It was the best car I ever owned.
5th Jun 2011, 19:11
I just picked up a pretty clean '76 Cougar XR7 that's all original with bucket seats and it has the 400 engine.
4th Dec 2011, 00:08
I have a '76 XR7 with the 400. It has been in the family since new, is all original, runs great, and is in great shape. I am wanting to make it more of a muscle car, and would like to see some pics for ideas. And also I am curious about cheap motor mods for more power, as well as the value of the car. Please email me any info or pics.
fairclothcody@mail.com
3rd Apr 2012, 17:20
I ordered a 76 with a 460, it was a lot of engine, but I loved it. Also the big four tire manufactures were on strike, and I had to settle for what tires I could get.
19th Dec 2012, 16:20
I purchased a 76 Cougar in 77, still have it till this day, and it came with a 351 Cleveland.
6th Aug 2016, 22:31
I had a 76 XR7 with the 460, fully loaded with moon roof. Had it for 18 years. Cursed myself everyday since I sold it.
10th Jan 2021, 01:10
I have a 1976 red with white leather all factory 400 auto 37,000 miles, never left outside.
12th Jun 2021, 14:05
Want to buy complete 1976 Cougar. Need a parts car and would like a black interior. grampymeyer@yahoo.com thanks.
6th Dec 2010, 16:28
You get good information here: http://www.tccoa.com/
You can also google for "Ford engine codes". You should get a hit for a Wiki on Ford engines.
Good luck, and have fun with your car!