You Won't Believe What Maaco did to my Mercury Cougar!!!

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  • @amdboywonder
    @amdboywonder Рік тому +88

    "hello guys welcome back to auto auction we cant rebuild anything" made me laugh 🤣

  • @benlee6500
    @benlee6500 Рік тому +18

    Randy has done it again to the old car, a fresh paint job did justice to the Mercury Cougar...taking it in her stride...it will be back to the summit ...regards from Kuala Lumpur Malaysia 🇲🇾 ❤️

  • @waynegouin939
    @waynegouin939 Рік тому +10

    Hi Randy. The first car I bought with my own money was a Mercury Cougar XR-7. A 1975 model. Lime mist metallic. I bought it in 1978 when I was 19 years old and still single. I think it was the nicest car I've ever owned, and I've owned many. My wife and kids always came first after that. Thanks for all the videos. Damn! You get some nice cars. Like that Lincoln, the one you delivered to Texas, and this Cougar.

  • @glennstiller7616
    @glennstiller7616 Рік тому +9

    The people saying the Cougar is ugly and junk are the people that WANT it but extra cheap. And yes, the Cougar IS a Fox body. As far as the door code, there should be (if it's still there) a sticker on the left side trunk arm with the code.

  • @jgill1175
    @jgill1175 Рік тому +5

    You are indeed correct that the Cougar is a Foxbody. The 5.0’s in the Cougar & Thunderbirds didn’t put down quite as much power as the Mustangs did. But still an awesome car. I’d sure love to get my hands on her💯

  • @jaceworkshop7284
    @jaceworkshop7284 Рік тому +8

    The sixth-generation Cougar retained the rear-wheel drive Ford Fox platform from the fifth generation. Downsized to a 104-inch wheelbase (find it on Wikipedia)

  • @williamcochell9889
    @williamcochell9889 Рік тому +4

    Hey Randy, absolutely great to see you back! kudos to you on the cougar! I agree with you I think it looks great! vintage classic for the price it’s the bomb! Love to see the Maaco paint jobs! thanks so much for sharing! hope the personal issues that have taken you away are going well!

  • @mnichols31
    @mnichols31 Рік тому +25

    I agree with you, that was a fantastic choice of color for the Cougar. I’m sure someone else will pick up on the remaining issues as far as tires, window tint (right now that is a bit like Lawrence Welk night at the seniors center, all bubbles and wrinkles, 😂), etc. and put it on the road again. 👍🏻

  • @bigkev10101
    @bigkev10101 Рік тому +5

    The cougar looks awesome. Polish the headlights yourself, pull the tint off yourself, and do a garage detail on the inside yourself. That would be a good episode to watch. The Sema Mustang is a huge win. See if legitstreetcars will do a collaboration on the BMW.

  • @troynutter8902
    @troynutter8902 Рік тому +2

    Headlight resto, tyre shine, horn button,quick detail(wash vac, Armourall) and send it on it’s way.
    Windows and wheels are styling choices for the new owner.

  • @edwardtc8129
    @edwardtc8129 Рік тому +2

    Hi Randy, that fresh red paint has made the Mercury look absolutely amazing, what a huge difference the new paint has made. It was brilliant seeing Roxy back on the channel and I will look forward to the next video

  • @cetj-1990
    @cetj-1990 Рік тому +6

    Cougar is awesome it's a classy car I don't blame you for not wanting to get rid of it . The 5.0 is rare .

  • @stevenreplogle8644
    @stevenreplogle8644 Рік тому +2

    Gotta LUV that rear window styling of the Mercury.. So distinctive!

  • @thevacdude
    @thevacdude Рік тому +2

    It looks a lot better than it did when you got it.
    Wow, this thing looks good!
    Thanks for the video, Randy.

  • @Hayden_gearheart
    @Hayden_gearheart Рік тому +4

    Love seeing that trx being put to work

  • @charleshadle9376
    @charleshadle9376 Рік тому +12

    The T-bar end goes into the throttle (similar to racing bicycle brakes) throttle body end is the other way. If you undo the throttle on the handlebars that's what you're likely going to find.

    • @scrivens100
      @scrivens100 Рік тому +2

      What I came to say lol he's got it backwards

    • @RedfishInc
      @RedfishInc Рік тому

      Yep, what these guys said.

  • @wollver2072
    @wollver2072 Рік тому +2

    Amazing video randy, hopefully ur shoulder gets better and u can rebuild amazing content for us,have a great day randy

  • @timothyballinger6280
    @timothyballinger6280 Рік тому

    I remember watching a video where the didn't want to sponcer a paint job and you was pissed and wasn't ever doing business ever again with them! Glad you had a change of heart!

  • @davidalex3756
    @davidalex3756 Рік тому

    Always enjoying watching your videos. Thank you

  • @richmondtigers1963
    @richmondtigers1963 Рік тому +1

    Gday mate.
    Reckon you’re doing great with content atm, still keeping me (dare I say, all of us) fixated on watching what’s happening over at A.A.R H.Q, a speedy recover your way Randy, and take it easy on your shoulder.
    All the best mate.

  • @bigthunder867
    @bigthunder867 3 місяці тому +1

    The codes to unlock the keypad on the drivers door is on the inside of the left trunk hinge that holds the trunk lid on on all Ford Lincoln mercury cars. So try that on the next one and you'll see that that's a fact. I love your channel and I watch you faithfully watch you. Your channel provides loads of information that is very valuable to to all car enthusiasts.

  • @TonysHotRodGarage
    @TonysHotRodGarage Рік тому +12

    Hey Randy, there's nothing really special about most coilover setups as far as adjustability. You typically need one of about 3 or 4 special wrenches and an Allen key for the set screw in the adjuster nut. I've even done them with channel locks you'll scratch the crap out of the nut though. Find the brand you have and get with Speedway, Jegs, Summit or any other speed shop really. They should be able to hook you up with the wrench.

  • @jmccord0716
    @jmccord0716 Рік тому +2

    beautiful randy! I had a 1987 Mercury Cougar it was maroon with the 3.8 v6 then I got a 1986 T bird with the 5.0 sadly that one burned to the ground in front of a church one day after the fuel line rubbed thru and ruptured. it was silver loved both of these cars!

  • @mubeenkodare3078
    @mubeenkodare3078 Рік тому +2

    Nice car color and you are not the only one who use the trx like that cboystv also has one and they used it to tow thing too nice trailer

  • @carlossantana1424
    @carlossantana1424 Рік тому +2

    I would keep it and restore it. Not too many of these on the road anymore. Has been one of my bucket list cars since they first came out.

  • @romeoalphafoxtrot9517
    @romeoalphafoxtrot9517 Рік тому +3

    The Cougar turned out great!
    You have got to know when to say when.
    Let her go.
    I hope your shoulder feels better soon.

  • @tompena7487
    @tompena7487 Рік тому

    Looks good Randy . Love watching thanks

  • @jezof9048
    @jezof9048 Рік тому +1

    Randy My thoughts are with you in regards to your personal situation. Thank you many times over for returning that XR7 back to its Red Glamour! It’s as beautiful as I had hoped.

  • @chrisz6995
    @chrisz6995 Рік тому +1

    That cougar looks really good and your very correct that color pops and when you were loading the cougar after the paint job DAM 😂 that was funny keep up the great work Ramdy

  • @BoardwalkBullies
    @BoardwalkBullies Рік тому +2

    The code is on the module in the trunk on the driver's side behind the lining. Everything drivetrain wise that fits on a mustang fits on that car. SN95 suspension and brakes fit perfectly (they are the same size, they used the measurements from those cars 87-88) Mark 7 parts also work. They are easier in some cases to modify all around than a fox or SN95 mustang due to the subtle differences. I built a few of them in my early 20's.

  • @dweenmuse5765
    @dweenmuse5765 Рік тому +2

    On the moped, cut the T of one end where you're original has the plain cable. The end with the nub can be ground rounder.

  • @adamtereska8734
    @adamtereska8734 Рік тому +2

    This is the 1987-88 Cougar and it is a fox chassis car. All Cougars and Thunderbirds from 1980-88 are fox chassis cars. In 1989, the chassis became an MN-12. 1977-79 Cougars, Thunderbird, and LTD II's use the Torino chassis. I've seen these go for $3000-$4000, so you can make money on it if you price it right, since it is a 5.0

  • @djsreviewzinunder2331
    @djsreviewzinunder2331 Рік тому

    That Cougar is BEAUTIFUL! I love the red on it. I would treasure that thing if it was mine! Wow!

  • @nathankim7664
    @nathankim7664 Рік тому +8

    LOVE the color Randy! If you decide to just sell the Cougar, you can definitely make a profit off of it! Paint alone greatly changes the value of the car regardless of smaller issues such as window tint or clear headlights. Whatever you do with it, just wanted to say the Cougar looks SO much better!
    Maybe Nick would like to drive the C4 to high school. He'll have one of the coolest cars in school for sure!

    • @kristoffermangila
      @kristoffermangila Рік тому

      The Cougar now looks fairly good. A few more minor fixin', and she'll running good as new.
      'Bout Nick and the C4 'Vette... yeah he'll look good in that car. IIRC, its a 40th Anniversary Edition model, right?

  • @ryzen397
    @ryzen397 Рік тому

    good to see you back Randy

  • @garagerebuilds1604
    @garagerebuilds1604 Рік тому +1

    Your cougar looks fantastic your doin great things keep up the Phenomenal job u do randy

  • @Oyvind88
    @Oyvind88 Рік тому

    Great video content and awsome color on the cougar👌😎

  • @jean-marcandjoshua-petsjournal

    Looking beautiful Roxy!

  • @markhowes5669
    @markhowes5669 Рік тому +3

    Love the new colour on the Cougar Randy, would love to see the 7 Series BMW running , keep up the great work Randy

  • @soelenny
    @soelenny Рік тому +2

    Randy , that kabel is good but you got to turn the kabel . The small point goes in the carb and the big is for the handel.

  • @fredwalker839
    @fredwalker839 Рік тому

    Good, Randy, keep it up !

  • @adamtoman5855
    @adamtoman5855 Рік тому +2

    Cougar is looking damn clean.
    When you are dropping off/picking up at Macco us the flashers on that car, not just the TRX. It should make you a bit more noticeable, the trailer and truck lights get blocked during loading/ unloading a bit. Despite how bright the color is. People don’t know how to drive and they don’t pay attention. Stay safe out there Randy!

  • @stephenbartram7377
    @stephenbartram7377 Рік тому +3

    At the 25 minute mark - I don't know if anyone else caught it, but when you clicked off the emergency brake; the driver side parking light came on then went off and then immediately after the passenger head light did the same

  • @kevindoxey
    @kevindoxey Рік тому

    BEAUTIFUL COUGAR!! Love the new red color!

  • @mikepriceup
    @mikepriceup Рік тому

    Man she turned out amazing. Nice job bringing her back to life. Great Daily driver for someone. Take a bow my friend 👏

  • @malonemillers4465
    @malonemillers4465 Рік тому +3

    Wassup Randal! Keep doing what you do & Keep on keeping being You & True! Wouldn't change a thing..besides that slow Focusing!But really,Great video for teaching the learners & beginners the ins & outs of the Auto Industry!#ItCanKillYou Stay safe Brother...and don't forget that E-Brake!😎😵😬

  • @austinwoodall7922
    @austinwoodall7922 Рік тому +1

    Video quality was great Randy 👍
    I like the color of the Mercury

  • @fluffy1346
    @fluffy1346 Рік тому +1

    Good morning Randy from @Auto action Rebuild awesome video 🙏😇

  • @nathanielkhoom6043
    @nathanielkhoom6043 Рік тому +2

    I think I would've spent the few extra dollars and got the rear window surround sorted. Would just have made so much difference......
    I do love some of the cars you find. I love some of those 80's family boxes!
    Hope the shoulder gets better soon.

  • @californiafox3974
    @californiafox3974 Рік тому +1

    That Cougar looks amazing!
    I would still like to see BMW 740 running again.

  • @peterkwok9608
    @peterkwok9608 Рік тому

    Love the paint job Randy 😎😎👍👍

  • @doloresgonzalez6988
    @doloresgonzalez6988 11 місяців тому

    It is better to be safe than sorry Randy.The way it took off reminded me of Christine the movie. I'm so glad you're okay The car looks awesome. I love the way they painted that front grill red

  • @jeffbarnes54
    @jeffbarnes54 Рік тому +7

    The cougar looks great! What I would do is get the headlights done and make sure all the lights work all the way around. Get that window tint taken off and the windows cleaned and fixed. just have them do a simple cleaning of the inside put those new tires on get an alignment if it needs it I’m telling you right now you could get $3500 if not more for that car. There are cougar fanatics who would be chomping at the bit to get a hold of that car

    • @Wolfhound.
      @Wolfhound. Рік тому

      all those little things only add value to the one that owns it at the end of the day its not and never will be a 3k car let the next guy do all that

    • @NerdyMeathead
      @NerdyMeathead Рік тому

      Fox body Cougars have jumped in price big time. $3500 would have been the price before paint. This right now is a $7 grand car all day as long as everything is running right. Non foxbody 89-93 cougars can be had for 3500

  • @junkyardexplorers9386
    @junkyardexplorers9386 Рік тому

    Love the cougar! Planning on taking my foxbody thunderbird on power tour in the summer.

  • @georgescarvids
    @georgescarvids Рік тому +1

    Those Cars with the 5.0 were popular back in the day. It used to be all my uncle would drive. That one brings back some memories!!!!

  • @Trenton-om9qs
    @Trenton-om9qs Рік тому +1

    I love the color on that Cougar. Yes the Cougar would technically be a Foxbody since it shared the same Fox platform as a lot of Ford cars from that era

  • @stephenvictorbailey4055
    @stephenvictorbailey4055 Рік тому

    Wow....that turned out beautiful

  • @billrogers4718
    @billrogers4718 Рік тому

    Great video randy 👍

  • @alexflosho
    @alexflosho Рік тому +1

    Next episode: just Randy and Mike and Santa chilling together

  • @jackybwilin2594
    @jackybwilin2594 Рік тому

    Your dog looks just like how my dog looked same build. I have a 97 cougar and I don't see many of any year often so it's cool to see one out there

  • @roycewoods9219
    @roycewoods9219 Рік тому

    You nailed the color for that Cougar. Fits that car perfectly.

  • @sgunitny4828
    @sgunitny4828 Рік тому

    Great video Results good Audio

  • @bk_goatkim679
    @bk_goatkim679 Рік тому

    🔥paint job! Looks so good

  • @scrivens100
    @scrivens100 Рік тому +2

    T shape on your cable goes into the throttle on handlebars small nub is for the carb. Good luck 👍

  • @robertnicholas1255
    @robertnicholas1255 Рік тому

    you got me! yes I follow Mike and now you. Cheers from one guy no more.

  • @damonwade9476
    @damonwade9476 Рік тому

    Nice Randy 💯💯 the Old Mercury cougar looks good 💯💯

  • @commonsence1129
    @commonsence1129 Рік тому +3

    I didn't find anything wrong with the video quality. Plus, the cougar looked really good man you made a good choice on the color.

  • @icerazar713
    @icerazar713 Рік тому

    Really like this Honda. It reminds me of the 86 Accord I used to have many years ago
    I had a 91 Tbird with keyless entry. I found the door lock code under the rear deck lid either by or on the deck lid hinge

  • @WildDigger
    @WildDigger Рік тому

    Dang that Mercury looks so freaking good. Great color choice. You can buy a coilover wrench at most parts stores or Amazon. Keep what you have and raise it up.

  • @bigkev10101
    @bigkev10101 Рік тому

    Your video and audio is better than most UA-camrs. So on that you do a great job. And you do a great job all together

  • @reversemaxxus
    @reversemaxxus Рік тому +1

    Cougar came out great and will satisfy someone needing decent TRANSPORTATION and not a perfect show car or status symbol.

  • @ewok78
    @ewok78 Рік тому +1

    I love those yr of the cougar and it's standard....that's awesome

  • @normiels3
    @normiels3 Рік тому +2

    The intro was too funny but we’re still here Randy, cool to see these cars back on the road that otherwise may have been parted out.

  • @buddyrevell6369
    @buddyrevell6369 Рік тому +2

    Wow. That looks great. Wish i had a maaco around me that would even come.close to those prices.... I would love to have my old truck repainted.

    • @joesagliani1257
      @joesagliani1257 Рік тому

      im in the northeast and we're talking triple that at least for my old 2500

  • @erichenry9101
    @erichenry9101 Рік тому

    Wow. That paint color looks nice. It looks new again.

  • @clintd1
    @clintd1 Рік тому +1

    the code is written on a tag on the left trunk hinge, but if its gone it's written on the module inside the under the package tray behind the rear seat. If you're handy with a soldering iron, you can move the resisters around inside to change the code as well.

    • @jimwhall6609
      @jimwhall6609 Рік тому

      I love that keypad. Such a simple thing but really useful.

  • @goodday185
    @goodday185 Рік тому +1

    Randy so I have been watching
    you channel for over a year,
    your a likable guy, and people identify with you.
    I would like to give you a little advice, that may be helpful,
    it seems when you're going through things the ups and downs you should. share it with your UA-camrs.
    Most will be able to relate and and identify with you and look a little more forward to watching your Channel .
    Just something I thought I share
    With you.

  • @hernandopizarro755
    @hernandopizarro755 Рік тому +2

    This is not a fox body vehicle. The Mercury Capri was a contemporary with this Cougar. But it was the Capri that was the Fox body in the line-up. The paint job came out great!

    • @bobbyread
      @bobbyread Рік тому +1

      The Thunderbird, Cougar, Fairmont and Zephyr were all based on the Fox platform (as were the Mustang and Capri). This is a Fox platform car.

  • @madtater5948
    @madtater5948 Рік тому +3

    Randy the throttle cable that you bought looks right to me the big in always goes where the handlebars are at you can always buy another throttle assembly that goes right on to the handlebars that will fit that cable that you just bought the little end should fit right into the carburetor slide. back in the day when I had no money I always repaired my broken throttle cables by soldering new ends on

    • @nastyn8te328
      @nastyn8te328 Рік тому

      Off of the cable on the little side it should slide off and then run the little side through the inside of the throttle and then the little side will go back into the sheathing down to the carburetor as you pull it down the tea part will end up in the throttle take the throttle apart and run it down through that way

  • @lirr408
    @lirr408 Рік тому

    It is your car, you do what you want or can afford. Lots of experts on You Tube. Awesome paint job on the Cougar.

  • @brentonmcclean3647
    @brentonmcclean3647 Рік тому +3

    Hey Randy...the Cougar came out awesome. As far as the BMW that's sitting by the Camaro, I would just part it out. You'll probably make quite a profit from doing that instead. Just my opinion. But thanks for your efforts and keeping up the uploads.

  • @just4kicks950
    @just4kicks950 Рік тому +4

    Car looks good Randy 🔥👍whoever said it's just a crummy cougar that's not worth much apparently does not know their automobiles. That cougar is a rare breed with that 5.0 & suspension upgrade, back in it's heyday fox platform. 96 % of them were V6's. Awesome vid Salute 🚘🔥😎🤘

  • @robertrobinson8242
    @robertrobinson8242 Рік тому

    Send the cougar on down the road, I like the cougar nice color, your camera great quality, love your videos!!

  • @davidturner9706
    @davidturner9706 Рік тому

    Love that beautiful old car, it brings back old memories

  • @haskellburks
    @haskellburks Рік тому +9

    Hello Randy. Can't wait to see what color that you painted it. Maco does an awesome job on painting all cars and trucks.

    • @ryanreynolds7771
      @ryanreynolds7771 Рік тому

      Macco here in Aberdeen Maryland zip 21001 does horrible work. Plus they charge way more. Plus they do not stand by their work

  • @randylancaster122
    @randylancaster122 Рік тому +1

    Working great.

  • @alexsoria8433
    @alexsoria8433 Рік тому +1

    That looks awesome. Great color choice. 👌

  • @craigproctor9960
    @craigproctor9960 Рік тому +1

    That is the right cable you have it backwards the T end goes in the hand grip it will make sense when you take it apart.

  • @deadbugdoug
    @deadbugdoug Рік тому

    video and audio quality both excellent.

  • @garylyddan849
    @garylyddan849 Рік тому

    Love the Cougar!!

  • @GT-Diaries
    @GT-Diaries Рік тому

    Great colour, refreshed the car.

  • @chrispeacock3290
    @chrispeacock3290 Рік тому

    Great video

  • @danielventura8073
    @danielventura8073 Рік тому

    I love it even more painted!

  • @juandiaz4116
    @juandiaz4116 Рік тому

    Love that c4 corvette randy. I agree with you keep it

  • @MonteMatt85
    @MonteMatt85 Рік тому

    That cougar looks good randy! Good color choice!

  • @kimlabeck536
    @kimlabeck536 Рік тому

    That's One Beautiful Car And Color Randy

  • @burnnotice5086
    @burnnotice5086 Рік тому

    Nice Cougar. Beautiful paint job.

  • @edwinvalladares6540
    @edwinvalladares6540 Рік тому

    Omg…that red is beautiful!!!

  • @jasonalexander3080
    @jasonalexander3080 Рік тому

    I was wondering about this car .you do stay busy given us content 👍

  • @waynegouin939
    @waynegouin939 Рік тому

    Hi again. On the Jawa, I'm pretty sure the small end of the throttle cable fits in the carb. On the twist grip end, maybe the fitting on the twist grip comes out and is slotted for the cable installation. On the Cougar, polish the headlights and send it. 2500.00