The Mercury Cougar wasn’t just any car; it was a standout model in the world of American muscle. Known for its long hood, chrome accents, and powerful stance, the Cougar was as cool as it was ...

Called Cougar ... model year. By 1970, the 4-4-2 was Oldsmobile's standalone high-performance offering, and since the Hurst/Olds was discontinued, it became the carmaker's flagship muscle car.

T he Cougar Eliminator name first appeared on the metal of "Dyno" Don Nicholson's drag strip funny car, a potent machine ...