750HP BIG BLOCK Mercury Cougar All Motor Badass Muscle Car

This '67 Cougar makes 750hp with a 504 cubic inch big block and a manual transmission so sit back and enjoy the ride..
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[@bazilwreckerloughead]

I love how the front end kept coming up & the rear tires kept smoking with every gear change!

[@ChasingPerfection]

Probably rocking 90/10 shocks on the front.

[@davidwillis3913]

My 67 mustang had those 90/10 uplift shocks and traction bars the front lifted like this cougar. You almost had to lean forward to see over the hood. Damn I miss that car!

[@bazilwreckerloughead]

@@davidwillis3913 I bet that was a BAD ASS ride too!

[@davidwillis3913]

@@bazilwreckerloughead you're right it was. The lime gold color, factory mags and get this, a bench seat with bucket backs (great for those times my girl wanted to get close). Thanks for the memory update.

[@praxedesmerino2656]

Any car with 90/10 shocks on the front would do that.

[@petrforst7358]

Finally a car that hasn't been slammed, chopped, widened, cambered or ruined in any other way. This man has taste! 👌

[@AutotopiaLA]

Very tasteful build

[@McNabbula]

@@AutotopiaLAShawn what kind of suspension was he running?

[@omarlovejoy9086]

I like how Sean picks the cars that gets over looked at the car shows because the 300k restomods always gets the attention,, this was a rare simple build with a big engine that many people on this channel want to see, nice car and nice build

[@AutotopiaLA]

Thanks Omar! I’ve always had a thing for Cougars and this one really does it for me. Simple and pure cool factor

[@kens8903]

Love the old school cougar! Wish more people built these up. Thanks for showing this!

[@James-wq4mn]

I love cougars to wink wink

[@luisdakillkustomgarageminis]

@@James-wq4mn i doubt

[@lilmike2710]

I have a chance to score one

[@chrisgullett4332]

​@@James-wq4mnTo and too are different words, learn them. Leaving off that one 'o' makes you comment seem ignorant. It is crazy how one letter can either make your comment seem normal, or make you seem crazy. People read your comment, and think you wanna see cougars winking.

[@97VobraOwner]

You never see modern FE power these days!! How cool was this? Loved it

[@minnesotatomcat]

YES! Love these cars, one of the most underrated muscle cars in my opinion. Awesome color choice, I wouldn’t change a thing, it’s just got an evil look. Sounds amazing too 👍

[@peterschancel7223]

My second Car.. '70 351 Eliminator loved it.Raced it My first car a Cutlass done up a bit accident it after 2 weeks ,The dredded left hand turn by a truck in my path .. Made enough to buy the Eliminator

[@TreyGoose]

It's a popular car in Northern California 🤣☝they really love those up there. California period tho we love American Muscle👌

[@theookamizero]

I absolutely agree, a perfect combination of old school and modern resto mod. Its perfect.

[@Back_door_bandit_98]

These blow mustangs out of the water since it’s just about a direct comparison only real difference is the cougar is a hair longer for more space for the rear passengers.

[@Back_door_bandit_98]

@@peterschancel7223 I miss the old days you didn’t have to make a crazy amount to have one of these amazing cars nowadays you have to make over 20 an hour just to afford a civic😂

[@smokeskull]

My uncle had several Mercury cars back in the 60s and 70s. He talked about his 428CJ Cougar that he said it was too scary to drive. He also had a 429 powered Marquis that was amazing

[@billyrayvalentine7972]

Oh yell yes . That is badass. I've always loved the Cougar. That one is wild

[@siddiqahmad5193]

Yo, what happened to your limousine ???

[@matthewmcclain1316]

So it's a wild Cougar? Nice!

[@cemeteryhill]

Everyone loves a Cougar!

[@so5ofour]

Especially one with nice headlights..

[@cemeteryhill]

@@so5ofour A wide back end is also appreciated...

[@dogsense3773]

I'm 66 I will pass,going for a kitten!

[@cemeteryhill]

@@dogsense3773 Good luck with your loose skin & old balls, Gross!! ~Big Daddy

[@metalwave101]

Especially one with a nice big trunk

[@The_sinner_Jim_Whitney]

I’ve always loved these early Cougars. I’ll never understand why they aren’t more popular/sought-after, I think they’re enormously cooler, classier, and more beautiful than Mustangs, and right up there with the most beautiful muscle cars ever.

[@matthewmcclain1316]

100% agree. I've literally always said they look like a classier Mustang. And they're more uncommon. My top favorite muscle car. 😍

[@The_sinner_Jim_Whitney]

@@matthewmcclain1316 Mine’s a ‘68 (not ‘67, not ‘69, porthole marker lights are KEY) Barracuda notchback, ‘68 Barracuda Fastback, ‘67 Chevy II wagon, and ‘67 El Camino SS in that order. I’m not even a FoMoCo guy, and I still just love early Cougars. That should be a pretty decent endorsement.

[@stephentyloo6731]

Now that feels like 750 hp.....one of best car featured!

[@sL4UgHtA]

Wow! One of the nicest builds you've had on this show. This cougar is sooo great ! :) The look, the colour, the motor. Just everything.

[@AutotopiaLA]

I agree. Perfect build and such cool people associated with it

[@OldSchoolMARINE]

@@AutotopiaLA I love your channel. This Cougar is a beast.

[@nova467spanker]

@@AutotopiaLA i have a 70 Cougar drag car. What did the owner say his front suspension is?

[@joejoe-qn4hu]

One of the always forgotten muscle cars. I've always loved cougars they just have a look of their own. Beautiful car.

[@darylthomas4676]

Love the power plant you put in her! After you popped the hood i was hooked. NO LS MOTOR SWAP HERE! you guys did it right!

[@sidefx996]

My grandpa had one of these when I was a little kid. My dad said whenever he’d leave after visiting he’d always light up the tires with my grandma next to him 🤣🤣. What an awesome car. Miss them.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Cool story. Thanks for sharing it here 👊

[@chevyman5107]

Finally a cougar…been waiting for a cougar episode for years.. thx for finally getting a cougar on the show…cougars are popular the Bay Area..✊🏽 luv it

[@dogsense3773]

I'm here in the bay area with my 67!

[@chevyman5107]

@@dogsense3773 same brotha, I’m in the East bay.. I have a 68 myself

[@timothycannon7590]

A classmate had a car like this & she had a bad accident in it. We all thought that it was totaled but it was saved & she drove it again. Great car. 👍

[@AutotopiaLA]

Glad all were ok and the car is back on the road

[@OmarDenarzi]

This is definitely one of the most unique and awesome cars you guys have featured in a while, And I just love that he kept the car old school and thus didn't ruin the character of the car

[@AutotopiaLA]

I agree. Very cool blend of old and new without losing the original car

[@ryandubyah2345]

‘67-‘69 Cougars are one of my favourite cars of all time, and to see this bad boy so powerful naturally aspirated and squatting like a 50’s gasser just tickles all the right spots!! Absolutely amazing ride!!

[@terryandrews7271]

A lot of people still love their Mustangs, But the cougar Eliminator was a crusher it was beautiful. When I was 16 and in high school I worked for about 3 yearsPart-time at a Ford dealership and when they brought the first one in I nearly fainted❤❤❤

[@rickallen9864]

I love this car. Probably my favorite ever on your show

[@TheMotorman80]

Agreed, definitely one my favorites!

[@garyvoll4103]

No other words,.... WOW,WOW,WOW!!!

[@KyleKnoblauch]

These old Cougars are some of my favorite muscle cars ever.... and like you said, Shawn, it’s surprising that you don’t see more of them being built up like this one.

[@CameySaurusRex]

Big block badassery at finest! Love the simplistic look & goddamn seeing it spring upward when he launches.

[@johnnymula2305]

I have a 67 Cougar 390GT. I thought i was happy with its current 420 HPand 500 ft of torque. This things a beast! Although im building mine to turn also. Great car!

[@drh-ov7eq]

The torque on that is unreal!!

[@AutotopiaLA]

It pulls hard

[@deancarr4507]

Wow...this might be one of my favorites you've ever had on here.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Me too. Really cool car

[@deancarr4507]

@@AutotopiaLA Had to watch this one a few times, love seeing the less popular models done right

[@leonwhildenjr4483]

Love that Cougar!😎👍🖤⭐️🕊🦋🕊🙏✌️🎉🇺🇸Thanks for Sharing

[@GLHS592]

How funny that this car shows up in my feed tonight. I'm going to go help one of my best friends work on his grey 1968 Cougar tomorrow. We're going to start prepping it for the Hot Rod Power Tour. It has a stroker 351 Windsor and a Tremec 6 speed. It's a beautiful car and I can't wait.

[@twasbrillig33]

synchronicity

[@markbreaux6613]

SONOFABITCH!😎! I just Fell In Love with my FE All Over Again.. What a Badass This Thing Is! Who did this Motor ??

[@jamiehope4580]

Mercury cougars always been favourite over a mustang. Sad these cars aren't as popular or is it a blessing as these look way cooler and specially this beast is Awesome

[@AutotopiaLA]

Crazy how they get overlooked! I love Cougars and this one is just a badass

[@jeffschwartz5199]

My first car when I was 16 was a 1967 Cougar GT390 . That was in 1975.

[@boyfrmnewyork]

I drag raced a 67 Cougars GT 390 4spd in the 70s while studying Automotive Engineering... Awesome! :)

[@AutotopiaLA]

Very cool. This thing is a badass

[@toddhildebrand6057]

Magical. Love the tasteful upgrades. THIS is how to update/upgrade a classic car!

[@jameshutchins3396]

Poetry in motion with full orchestra! Man is that sweet.

[@Bozemanjustin]

Thank you for running the proper size twin carburetors Drives me nuts when people run too much carburetor I like a car that you can actually drive, not one that you can just preload at wide open throttle on a dyno

[@yukonjack.]

Turned the Bluetooth on phone and kept tapping reverse so I could rewatch the opening launch! That wicked cat has claws! Good to see you back Shawn.✌️

[@AutotopiaLA]

Good to be back! Love how this thing squats, lifts and goes

[@davidwillis3913]

Ok, I've seen exactly 5 seconds of today's video and already I gotta comment. Good to see you back Sean, what an awesome cougar same color as my 03 'stang but damn that big block sounds so freakin good. I look forward to seeing more from you guys, again great to see you back.

[@jeeteebee1111]

What color is that, if I may ask.

[@blackbolt3685]

Raw and Sinister,I've always had love for these Cougars,and,this is a great example. Bad boy jumps up like a gasser in the front when he got on it

[@AutotopiaLA]

Sure does lift and squat and go!

[@kevinmiler6063]

Love it! Nice to see something different, very underrated car of the era. I worked for my uncle in the early 80's on his used car lot. He was a true blue oval guy, there was always a few big block cars. Miss those days.

[@danopp969]

Nothing like a cougar, the color is incredible.

[@AutotopiaLA]

I’ve always thought Cougars were cool. Good to see one done like this

[@patofdubois1]

Has one heck of a mean look & stance to it, absolutely love it!!! Suspension seams to work, love the way it transfers. Would be interesting to see it go down a 1/4 mile dragstrip!

[@Spee78]

Some cars are simply....... maaaaaaaagnificent, no matter when they were built ! The potential and attitude is always there.....

[@chazceena7594]

Dang!!!!! Love how the front of the car rises under hard acceleration! Long love the Cougar.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Very cool beast of a car

[@derekhebert734]

That was sweet! Had 67/69 Cougar’s (289/351 engines)Remember em forever and ever Amen!

[@pickypuck1]

Man, this car gets my heart pumping. I had a 68 cougar with the hi- po 390 in it. Went really well, but this thing is so awesome. I love everything about it. Would love to ride or better yet drive this beauty.

[@kennethfisher8930]

What a badass Cougar! I and my wife own a 68 428 Cobra Jet with ram air, GT package,C6 dressed in dark cherry! Wife's brother bought new in 68 and still have original window sticker! My first car is a 67 Camaro SS-350, 4 speed with 4.10 posi 12 bolt rear(had since 75-Red w/white conv top) Also bought a Grand National new in 88 and have had since new! the Cougars of that era were really unnoticed and under appreciated! I love the Cougars! The 428 CJet only has 53000 original miles and there were only 244 made(258 with 427s for total of 602- same as the 67 Z28s in 67!)

[@OldSchoolMARINE]

This 67 is awesome. The most under-rated muscle car. Love the simplicity of the build, interior is smooth. Paint is bad @ss. 1967 the year that opened the floodgates to the muscle madness. The cougar was very formidable to the Cuda and Chargers. This build is boss, because everyone is doing camaros, and gto, but the cougars are the black sheep of the family, which is meant as a positive. Definitely total sleeper, but once you wake the beast, you will get bitten. The lion is the king of the jungle, but this Cougar is the King of the Road.

[@MyWhishingWell]

True that. The Maverick was very underrated also.

[@DavidJones-hl5om]

That Cougar Brought back a lot of Memories. I grew up on a Ranch in California where the first Cougar Commercials were Filmed. The Real Cougar was Named Tanya Who laid on the Roof and Hood. Bad ass car

[@AutotopiaLA]

Cool story! I love Cougars personally

[@briankinnear7461]

Love this old school hot rod. And it's a Merc too!! Love how the front end comes up and plants the back tires. Sounds great. Looks like a great fun driver. Be safe and stay well.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Lots of fun driving it and getting a ride from Doug. Loved how the front lifts and the rear plants and goes

[@jerryhayden8720]

Damnittt!!! That's a real hot rod. I liked Mustangs but I always thought these years of Cougar with the hideaway headlights looks better. At least they were my favorite. A neighbor across the road had one of these with the 302 of course but as a youngster I dreamed about having one of these. This one with the hopped up big block is I reckon the finest one I've seen. It's a five star ride.😎👍

[@mefadon459]

I agree I had the opportunity to buy both great build but I chose the cougar because the look better. I didn’t care about the value the car hold but my 347 xr7 is a thing of beauty and very different on the road. Nothing like it.

[@jasontroglin8070]

I absolutely love the shaver grill and how the headers looks

[@AutotopiaLA]

This whole car is just cool

[@jasontroglin8070]

@@AutotopiaLA I 💯 agree one of many underestimated muscle cars of the 60 and 70. Have you do any videos on the any custom AMC cars or the Ford super van?

[@israelalvarado1695]

Nothing like big block power! Whether it's Chevy, Mopar,Ford Oldsmobile, Buick,Pontiac.Etc... LS motors might have great power and reliability but nothing is cooler then Nostalgia!

[@AutotopiaLA]

I love the na big blocks too

[@SerPurple51]

Sick car. Love he kept it a Ford V8 too. I like how it's very understated too with the dark color and absence of chrome. That exhaust note is like music to the ears 👂

[@Bbbbad724]

The FE at that level is a symphony of engineering. Absolutely brutal!

[@adamrodgers2377]

That's one badass Kitty Cat!

[@dogsense3773]

I've had my 67 cougar 390 4 speed for 46 years,so you know I got me some cougar parts! Rust free in north California thanks!

[@armandoestrada8499]

One of the best cars on his Channel Period! Currently building a 71 Cougar 408 Cleveland Stroker, hopefully Sean features it once its all said and done! Cougars deserve more respect!

[@AutotopiaLA]

Bring it! Rare to see anyone building Cougars but I’ve always loved em

[@armandoestrada8499]

@@AutotopiaLA I stay in San Diego, by summer time its on my man! 😎

[@matthewedwards7172]

💯👍WOW!!! A MERCURY 💯 HAVEN'T SEEN ONE IN AGE'S 💯 BEAUTIFUL BUILD 👍👍👍

[@AutotopiaLA]

I love this one!

[@MRF2188]

Beautiful build , the owner did an amazing job putting this beast together . It reminds me of a gasser every time it lifts the front off the ground.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Love that front end lift and rear squat!

[@marcusthomas6655]

Wow is right. I'll tell you what! That cougar ain't no kitten! FR!

[@rono3045]

Thank you for not putting a Chevy LS under the hood.

[@seanredinger9856]

your choice of "raw" to describe a car like that is spot on..... once again im not a ford/mercury fan but that car is top shelf good job 👍

[@1980sSinaloense]

Sean has the best car content nothing but badass classics

[@onestarflag9876]

From the front to the back that car is just mean. Love it!

[@darrtrubb]

I so admire the work that guys like these do. They’re living the dream. Absolutely sick car!

[@mustang05ray]

Love this episode for many reasons this car doesn't have a bunch of bells and whistles he keeps it simple with a big block no big overblown interior and when he drives it nothing but Miles of smiles.

[@paulhammond3488onetime]

Love the set up Sean. I had 2 Cougar in my lifetime 69 and 70 loved them both. His ride is sweet and sounds awesome 👌

[@patrickbackler9596]

My 1st car was a 68 Cougar 390,automatic trans,2.73 rearend. 68 in low, 115 2nd, as soon I hit drive front end got light lifted off the gas, downshifted,my passenger said take me home Now. Nothing like the Torque of any FE big block. Wish I still had it. Awesome Build & Video.

[@melvinburwell8202]

Coooouggar. Wooo. Badd ass black beast. You don't see any of these old cats anymore. Nice ride. Perfect pro street/ cruiser balance. Old Shawn is back.❤️😎👌✌️😃😁

[@dogsense3773]

There's about thirty in the San Francisco bay area

[@Musclecar1972]

I love that you stayed with the FE, way back in the day, I had a 1962 Post car, with 2 doors, bench seat, and little else, except for the 405 HP 406, with a 4 speed, and a 4:11 rear end. Was a pretty quick tank, not much by today’s standards, but boy what torque, and the sound when the Tri-Power opened up. 👍👍👍

[@XCVi_MAC]

Oakland loves these cars.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Awesome!

[@RandyJM21]

So many cool cars on this channel but as far as a car that still looks like what it is this is the most beautifu and tasteful car I have seen . It's the best mix of old and new I have seen and not just an escercise in spending money . It is COOL . Not a car for followers or for somebody who is trying to be cool , you have to be cool or you would never even consider a car like this . For one year in the 60s Mercury made a masterpiece of styling .

[@thejoshbtv]

Wicked car. It launches the front end like and old-school gasser. Coming back with a vengeance. Love it.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Such a cool ride and I loved that front lift!

[@_saucyam_]

This dude did an ultimate build on my favorite car. Man I love KZbin.

[@fordfanatic3307]

One of the most badass beautiful car I've ever seen. Great build I love it 👍

[@e-57sven26]

Wow, this Mercury Cougar Muscle Car is Very Amazing!!! George Clooney drive such an old Mercury cougar in the Film "From Dusk till Dawn"

[@AutotopiaLA]

This thing is pure cool

[@CJAEY]

Always thought the Cougar was a cool looking car, surprised we don't see more builds/restomods on them

[@AutotopiaLA]

Same thoughts here. No one seems to build these but I love ‘em

[@balloontirebikes]

Awesome car and I like Chevy's! I saw this car a few months ago with the dad driving it to Donut Derelicts, it didn't have the hood yet but the rest of the car was done. Great build detail. There was only one Cougar on the road when I had my big block '65 El Camino in the '80's and '90's in Cypress, CA. It had CHVY ETR on the license plate but he couldn't quite catch me (ITZA RAT) whenever we saw each other. I think that car had a Windsor motor. It was fun playing around with a car that you hardly ever see.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Cool you saw Dave cruising it at Donuts. Great car and really cool people

[@greg5.0video59]

Good to see you back and always bringing great cars to your channel.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Great being back in action and loved shooting this beast

[@francismarasiganiii4549]

This is the most badass Cougar I’ve seen here in KZbin so far.

[@theylive2749]

Keep the big blocks coming my man!

[@AutotopiaLA]

I will I promise

[@f-4gww458]

Just watched this video again, now I really miss my 68XR7, 428SCJ. What a fun car to cruise Central Ave in Phoenix. Long gone are those days.

[@ceedoubleyou]

still one of the most affordable muscle cars available! Hopefully we can keep it that way.

[@dkaustin98]

I have a 67 Cougar with 289 V8 with a Buddy Bar intake and 3 carbs, C4 tranny. I used to show it. Small block setup with a 6 pack isn't anything to write off. At 120mph it was still accelerating like a rocket! It is not drag car, but more for cruising, yet will haul ass!

[@SD70ACE-]

Beautiful car for sure, I wouldn't change a thing.

[@77chevy4x4]

Uncle had this cougar and a couple others .. fast … and nobody would see it like that in Chicago. 70s were awesome!

[@curtfreeman8632]

This car is awesome! Absolutely stunning in every way. Very well done.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Agreed 👊

[@daleyarborough]

Nothing like a Mustang with a Masters Degree!

[@silvershelbygt500]

I LOOOVE this car and what you've done with it!

[@peterschancel7223]

Thanks Dude ,, A Flash back to my old '70 Cougar Eliminator

[@garyslentzii2796]

This is what I wanted for my 68 Cougar I had in my 20-30s. Mine was loud, cherry 🍒 bombs out the side. I was broke back then, couldn't afford this level even now😠

[@AutotopiaLA]

This one’s definitely done right

[@garyslentzii2796]

@AutotopiaLA I'm sure he replaced the foot pump windshield washer fluid system. I thought it was a pretty cool feature. But that car is stunning. I'm glad to see you back my friend.

[@juansantana8448]

My first car was a '68 Ford Cougar, and as a 17-year-old, I REALLY had a lot of fun with that car. I am glad to see these cars are still around. I had a big block too, and couldn't understand why the car would not move from a standstill when I press the metal really hard - all I could see was a lot of tire smoke, and a lot of noise, so I learned to put in in 2nd gear to take off from a traffic stop. This one is a very, very nice one, but there is one thing I would want to change if it was mine, and that is the front lifting when you accelerate hard - it doesn't appeal to me, and it looks as if the front end was not bolted down properly. I would want to tighten the front end to have a flat take-off stance - otherwise, it is a beautiful beast - congratulations!

[@danmyers9372]

Cool build, love the stroker FE engine and the street racer vibe but I am really weary of the murdered out vibe.

[@AutotopiaLA]

Love that FE stroked for sure. I thought murdered out would be played out but I still like that look personally

[@danmyers9372]

@@AutotopiaLA - I’m 66 so I want to see some bling! 😉

[@KennyFisher-io4dm]

My brother in law bought a '68 Cougar new, with 428 cobra jet ram air, C6, posi rear 9 inch, power discs up front rears drum! The car only has 53,000 original miles! Had to re-core radiator last year! Dark cherry exterior same interior! Headliner looks new(Own a '87 Grand National too, and had to replace it twice, also own my 1st car-'67 Camaro SS350 4 speed muncie with 4.11 posi 12 bolt, needs no headliner since the top goes down!) Respect what you've accomplished with year 1 Cougar, especially the black out bumpers! Wish we could exchange ride for ride in each others car! The Cougar lines are so much sexier than the same year Mustangs, ant the pop up lights make the front way cool!

[@CoyoteFTW]

FE the only big block to win LeMans, love those FE’s.

[@AutotopiaLA]

That’s right and they are pure cool

[@67chargerman]

Just awesome! had a XR7 390 back in the 80's Killer car's!

[@tigwelding123]

💪👍💯

[@gw5309]

I'm a '60's Bowtie guy. But I've always LOVED these cars. This one is both Beast and Beautiful!!

[@carllavell8673]

👀...👍🔥😎🔥👍

[@noampitlik2332]

Maybe this is a different kind of comment, but this video with a cool guy and his great car was made even better because he didn't cut you off and talk over you, like the last few I watched. Well done.