The Art of Restoring Vintage Cars: Transforming a 1967 Mercury Cougar

TLDRWatch as we transform a 1967 Mercury Cougar into a state-of-the-art street machine. We start by disassembling the car and documenting each part. The car is in great condition, with minimal rust. We remove the shock towers and motor mount brackets to make room for a bigger engine. We install a high-performance suspension system from Total Cost Involved, complete with coil over shocks and 13-inch wheelwood brakes. With the old suspension stripped away, we can start cutting and preparing the car for its transformation.

Key insights

🚗The 1967 Mercury Cougar is a valuable vintage car with a unique racing heritage.

🔧Disassembling the car and documenting each part is crucial for successful restoration.

🔩Removing the shock towers and motor mount brackets creates more space for a bigger engine.

🚛The suspension system from Total Cost Involved is a high-performance upgrade for better handling and braking.

🛠️Cutting and preparing the car is the first step in transforming it into a state-of-the-art street machine.

Q&A

Why choose the Mercury Cougar for this project?

The Cougar is unique, with its own racing heritage, and has a dedicated community of enthusiasts and parts suppliers.

Why is disassembling and documenting each part important?

Disassembling and documenting each part allows for accurate restoration and helps with reassembly later on.

What are the benefits of removing the shock towers and motor mount brackets?

Removing these components creates more space for a larger engine, allowing for better performance and customization options.

Why is the suspension system upgrade important?

The suspension system upgrade improves handling and braking, enhancing the overall performance and driving experience.

What is the next step after cutting and preparing the car?

After cutting and preparing the car, we can start the transformation process by installing new components and customization features.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction: The 1967 Mercury Cougar is a valuable vintage car with a unique racing heritage.

03:10Disassembling and documenting each part is crucial for successful restoration.

10:50Removing the shock towers and motor mount brackets creates more space for a bigger engine.

13:51The suspension system upgrade from Total Cost Involved improves handling and braking.

13:59Cutting and preparing the car is the first step in transforming it into a state-of-the-art street machine.