2000 Mercury Cougar Consumer Discussions

Mercury Cougar Engine Questions

• Re: 2000 Mercury Cougar Bucking [jvoelke]

  Written by: cougar20 on Sep 9, 2011 5:03:17 AM

  change the fuel rail pressure sensor. also take it into the shop and they have a code sensor that tells you what is wrong with it. i have the same car did the same thing changed it and it does not do that anymore all i have to do now is get another sensor because of something else and i am all done. dont listen to the guy below that is ... Read More

• 2000 Mercury Cougar Bucking

  Written by: jvoelke on Jul 15, 2011 10:27:31 AM

  I have a 2000 Mercury cougar V6 2.5, Upon starting the car and backing out I give the car gas and it putters a little then gets up to speed, when it hits about 20 it bucks a couple times, If hold on to the gas it gets worse if I take my foot off and replace it it seems to get better, but it takes forever to get up to ... Read More

• 2k cougar that stumbles under load

  Written by: saunt7902 on Feb 8, 2011 9:24:01 PM

  i have a 2000 mercury cougar that i just replaced the fuel pump on. it runs great and idles awesome but after it warms up(can happen after 3miles up to 50miles of driving)if i try to go up hill or stomp down for passing gear it stumbles and bucks, spits and sputters. the car takes fuel fine if given at a normal slow and steady pace and it returns to normal ... Read More

Mercury Cougar Transmission Questions

• Re: 2000 Cougar auto trans [badcat3]

  Written by: blondie118 on Feb 1, 2010 1:35:03 PM

  I have a 2000 Mercury Cougar, and about a year ago it was doing the exact same thing. It couldn't decide what gear to be in and would jump around. Really difficult to drive. It ended up being the transmission sensor. I took it to a transmission place that knew what they were doing so it wasn't too expensive to fix. A couple hundred bucks if I remember correctly. I hope ... Read More

Mercury Cougar Engine Questions

• 2000 Mercury Cougar stalling

  Written by: armygirl08 on Dec 16, 2009 10:10:40 AM

  My car seems to have stalled out. I will turn it on to heat up in the morning and go inside and then when i come back out it isnt on. When it does this the brakes go out on it and I lose all steering. My RPMS drop below one unless I keep my foot on the gas. My heat wont work and my lights flash. What could this be?? ... Read More

• 2000 Mercury Cougar stalls

  Written by: sabre422 on Nov 3, 2009 4:47:42 PM

  My 2000 Mercury Cougar has been stalling (especially in the morning after a few kms) and car dealership or garage do not know why. It usually happens in the morning and weather does not seem to influence the pattern. It has also happened in the afternoon when I was turning from the highway (80 km) to a side road. I was able to get on the side road but had no ... Read More

• Overheating 2000 Cougar

  Written by: lmoreno3 on Aug 20, 2009 8:54:31 AM

  I have 2000 Merc. Cougar, that the temp gauge shows it is overheating. When I check the resevoir bottle, the water is not boiling. I have replaced the radiator, water pump, coolant sensor, temp sensor, all of the belts, have flushed the engine, replaced the thermostat, even put in an aftermarket 160 degree. Still shows that it is overheating. I have also had the entire system pressure tested and it holds ... Read More

• Re: 2000 Mercury Cougar Continuing Problem [mynameisjoe]

  Written by: lmoreno3 on Jun 23, 2009 9:26:54 AM

  Thanx, for the info Joe, I will check on those pesky, have already checked the resistors and relays, and they are fine. But it can't hurt to get a second opinion from a good reliable mechanic that also does electrical work on cars, my sons cougar has the electric fans.

• Re: 2000 Mercury Cougar Continuing Problem [lmoreno3]

  Written by: mynameisjoe on Jun 22, 2009 9:20:43 PM

  Hi Imoreno3, Just getting to this site and don't know if you fixed your problem yet. I have experienced this problem in different vehicles and it turned out to be fan cooling problem. Cars with electric fans usually have 2 fans. When the temp reaches 200 degrees or there bouts the second fan should cut on. When you turn on your A/C it should also cut on. Cars with mechanical fans ... Read More

• Re: 2000 Mercury Cougar Problems [avp0713]

  Written by: lmoreno3 on Jun 21, 2009 6:54:57 PM

  Am going to try that, had one of the three catalytic converters changed and that helped out, can go farther now, before it starts to show hot. Where did Ford/Mercury get the idea that three catalytic converters would be better?

• Re: 2000 Mercury Cougar Problems [lmoreno3]

  Written by: avp0713 on Jun 17, 2009 9:25:53 PM

  lmoreno, sounds like your gauge is bad, OR you need to replace the resistor that is built into the fan assembly. It's a 50 dollar part. The dealership will charge 150 to replace it, but if you have simple tools, a good Jack, a blanket, you can do it yourself in 2 hours. I did it, I got under the car, pulled down the fan assembly just enought to remove and ... Read More

• Re: 2000 Mercury Cougar Continuing Problem [lmoreno3]

  Written by: lmoreno3 on Jun 17, 2009 8:08:36 PM

  lmoreno3 here, finally installed the aftermarket water temperature gauge, here are my unfortunate results. The car still marked hot, but only after driving it for 25 miles. The first 12 miles, it did not mark hot, only went up to about 190 degrees, with the AC off. The last 13 miles, the AC was on Max, that is when the gauge went up to the Hot mark. Stopped and looked under ... Read More

• 2000 Mercury Cougar Continuing Problem

  Written by: lmoreno3 on Jun 15, 2009 8:45:16 AM

  Hey fellas, lmoreno3 here. I am still having the same problems with my sons cougar, As last posted. New radiator, new cap, new belts, new temperature sensor, put in a 160 degree thermostat(aftermarket). New water pump. Had it retested for any leaks. Holds pressure, no leaks. Had radiator and hoses checked with IR. All shows good. Seems water is flowing as it should. Temp gauge still shows hot after driving it ... Read More

• 2000 Merc Cougar & Check Engine Light/Issues

  Written by: jjb009 on Jan 7, 2009 12:40:24 PM

  I have a 2000 Mercury Cougar and about 2 months ago the check engine light came on – the OBD-II code was P0128 - Coolant Thermostat (Coolant Temperature below Thermostat Regulating Temperature). All seems to be well with the car. I live in WI so it is very cold now (Jan/09) and overheating should not be an issue; the car is producing heat in a timely fashion and it isn’t running ... Read More

• Re: 2000 Mercury Cougar Problems [lmoreno3]

  Written by: vtraudt on Jan 3, 2009 10:39:36 AM

  I'd say: if not done already, change the coolant termostat ($6.99 at Autozone), install a lower temp than factory (180 deg F or less). Its not that much work and costs nothing. Are your fans kicking in?

• Re: 2000 Mercury Cougar Problems

  Written by: lmoreno3 on Jan 3, 2009 10:16:50 AM

  If I am on the highway doing 70 mph, it takes about 10 mins. for the gauge to start marking hot. Have had it checked with an IR temp sensor, have checked the hoses to see if any are collapsed and none are. Water in the bottle, does not boil out. Thermostat is brand new. sn5bah

• Re: 2000 Mercury Cougar Problems [lmoreno3]

  Written by: vtraudt on Jan 1, 2009 7:02:30 AM

  Have you measured the actual temp of the coolant (to determine if the gauges/sensors are wrong)? An IR temp sensor is useful. Even the temp of the readiator metal or coolant hoses will give a good approximation. How soon do the gauges show "hot"? If soon after startup, your coolant thermostat is stuck and won't open. In this case, one of the rubber hoses is hot, while the radiator is still ... Read More

• 2000 Mercury Cougar Problems

  Written by: lmoreno3 on Dec 31, 2008 8:57:25 AM

  Need help with my cougar. Temp guage shows hot. I have replaced the coolant temp sensor three times Bought two new ones and tried one from a junk yard. One of the new ones did not mark at all on the gauge. The one from the junk yard and the other new one mark hot. I have installed a new water pump, replaced all of the belts, replaced the radiator. Put ... Read More

• Water Pump Belt

  Written by: lmoreno3 on Aug 26, 2008 9:00:22 AM

  Hello all, sn5bah here, maybe one of you can help me with this one. My 2000 Mercury Cougar gauge shows that it is overheating, the thermostat has been removed and the whole system flushed. New water pump installed. Water pump belt broke off yesterday. Is this hard to replace, payed a mechanic to replace the water pump, but this time I want to do it myself. Need a quick response, this ... Read More

Cougar Support Group - Chats On...

• A strange start??

  Written by: eesupercat on Jul 13, 2008 11:17:24 PM

  A few days ago I had to replace the battery on my Mercury Cougar 2000 after just under two years. Luckily it was under warranty and I got a free full replacement. The next night I started the car and pressed the brake pedal to put the car into reverse. As I did so the lights dimmed and the idling level dropped. I backed up and put into drive. All the ... Read More

• Re: Electrical [anxious_me]

  Written by: eesupercat on Jul 13, 2008 11:11:04 PM

  I have had to replace my alternator four times already on my 2000 Mercury Cougar. I typically get a year or 2 from each alternator. I took my car to the dealer several times and they just replaced the alternator. It wasn't until my last alternator that they realized that there was a recall on the battery wiring. I believe this is only on the 2.5L V6 model. Type in mercury ... Read More

• HELP! Electrical Problems

  Written by: pawtiger4 on May 24, 2005 10:32:30 AM

  Hello fellow cougar owners. I'm new to the site and am hoping to find some answers to problems I have been having with my 2000 Cougar. I absolutely love my Cougar, despite it's problems. It has been to the shop for recalls, fuel pump & battery routing cables, both of which many of you are familiar with. Recently I have been experiencing a pulsating/flickering of the lighting & electrical system which ... Read More

• I'm still here

  Written by: blane on May 2, 2003 5:11:51 PM

  I'm still here, and driving my beautiful '99, even though it has cost me about $900 this year for two problems that should not have happened within the 37K miles that I've driven it. Today's NY Times "Escapes" section has an article about Pontiac Aztek (UGGGGLYYYYY) owners who have similar complaints. The following is an excerpt: "Should the calamity come to pass, Aztek owners will at least find themselves in good ... Read More

• Still love my kitty....

  Written by: patte on Jul 20, 2002 12:50:50 PM

  I just spent an hour catching up on the last six months. It was great to hear the updates and, quite frankly, a little sad to hear the swan songs. I filled out my little mercury card with invectives about car marketing leadership and will also try the 800 number. Thanks Gustafc. We still LOVE our cat (and the impreza wagon outback) and wouldn't trade either in for anything - as ... Read More

• Awesome Cougar!

  Written by: ksuwildcat001 on Jun 4, 2002 3:35:21 PM

  Lmigliore: Based on my experiences with my Cougar I'm going to have to disagree with your comments. My revs instantly drop when I'm stopped at a light and the radio is awesome! Everything appears to well put together and extremely well aligned on all the body parts and interior pieces. Actually this appears so far to be the highest quality car I have ever owned. The includes a 94 Honda Civic ... Read More

Mercury Cougar

• Should I buy a 2000 Mercury Cougar?

  Written by: susan70 on Mar 13, 2002 12:42:07 PM

  Just test drove one last night. I haven't had a chance to do my homework and get consumer reports on it. I loved the inside and outside. The sales guy that was with me was about 6'2" or 6'3" and he was sitting in the passenger's seat with his right leg on top of his left one -- and STILL had room to spare! It drove great, handled great. This one ... Read More

Cougar Support Group - Chats On...

• Sport Options & general issues

  Written by: ksuwildcat001 on Nov 11, 2001 4:31:14 PM

  I personally think the sport seats are better than the regular seats. In my opinion they are much better bolstered(ie: hold you in the seat on hard fast turns better) and I also like the having the adjustable headrest. I would get the power lumbar support if you intend to drive long distances in your Cougar. I have it on my 2001 and it really helps out on long drives. I've ... Read More

• no title

  Written by: gustafsc on Apr 17, 2001 7:21:53 AM

  advocatus: According to the used car price guide here in Edmunds, the price is probably about right for the normal dealer retail. There would be some variation due to the convenience group and any other options on the car (brakes, disc changer, etc...). If you want ot look for yourself, just hit the "used" tab in the toolbar at the top of the page and follow along to Mercury-Cougar-2000, and the ... Read More

Cougar Support Group - General Maintenance

• Brake concerns

  Written by: blane on Oct 6, 2000 3:02:18 AM

  Anyone owning a Cougar WITHOUT antilock brakes, built before March 17, 2000, should read this from www.blueovalnews.com: Ford Motor Company will issue a safety recall concerning certain 1996 through 2000 model year Contour and Mystique models and 1999 through 2000 model year Cougars for a possible brake defect. The vehicle's Brake Pressure Control Reducing Valve will be replaced under safety recall number 00S03. According to Ford, "on some of the affected ... Read More

Cougar Support Group - Chats On...

• no title

  Written by: badulah on Mar 29, 2001 5:59:02 AM

  burnsmr4: I agree with Fish8. You should either go to your local dealership or register your car on the Mercury web site to get the latest recall data. I don't mean to shrug your request off, but I might not be able to acquire all the recall notices that specifically apply to your vehicle. It is apparent that some of these recalls effect some of our cars while not effecting all ... Read More

• Blue Oval News Cougar S Article

  Written by: dgemini on Feb 9, 2001 9:39:51 PM

  In case you haven't read it yet check out Blue Oval News' Cougar S Article: Feature Report Cougar S confirmed dead - New models announced Published: February 09, 2001 By: Robert Lane Updated: 09Feb01 2:57am, est. Sources: Mercury, Ford internal reports Mercury Chief Mark Hutchins confirmed in Chicago yesterday that the Cougar S program was history, and instead would be replaced by two paint and trim models to help improve the ... Read More

• For folks in the Portland, OR area

  Written by: esto on Jan 30, 2001 1:31:25 PM

  A big hello from a hopeful future Cougar owner. For those of you in the Portland OR area, do any of you have any experience/comments about the Town and Country Mercury dealership on Canyon Rd. in Beaverton? (Looks like they still have 2000 Cougars in their stock that they're somewhat anxious to move out.)

• Ordered 2001 Mercury Cougar C2

  Written by: iexplore2000 on Jan 18, 2001 1:19:07 PM

  Hello, I am new to this board but thought that I should at least sign myself in for support until my factory ordered Cougar arrives to my local dealership. I placed the order yesterday (1-17-01) and according to the dealer, the vehicle should arrive between the beginning of March 2001. For those of you that even care (ha, ha), I ordered my vehicle as follows: * V-6 Convenience Group * V-6 ... Read More

• sales figures

  Written by: gambit293 on Jan 5, 2001 11:37:31 AM

  What can I say? I am a numbers guy: Sales year-to-date for Sporty cars 2000 1999 1 Ford Mustang 163,541 156,181 2 Mitsu Eclipse 66,572 56,528 3 Toyota Celica 49,826 12,462 4 Chevrolet Camaro 39,361 37,767 5 Mercury Cougar 38,562 54,170 6 Pontiac Firebird 29,209 31,466 7 Acura Integra 24,436 24,337 8 Mazda Miata 17,283 16,799 9 Hyundai Tiburon 14,269 9,106 10 VW Cabriolet 13,280 10,731 Honda Prelude 9,035 10,726 Toyota ... Read More

Mercury Cougar

• LOOKING FOR SOME GUIDANCE

  Written by: cougar0401 on Nov 24, 2000 9:47:24 PM

  Hi. I am new here, so please bear with me. I just purchased in July'00, the 2000 Special Edition Mercury Cougar in "Zink Yellow". It is a great car, V-6, leather, special embrodered headrests and floor mats, 6 disk in dash CD Player,Yellow Cougar center caps on the 16 inch aluminum wheels, special spoiler,electric moonroof, and lots more. My questions is this: I was told at the dealership that there were ... Read More

Cougar Support Group - Bigger & Better

• Brake concern

  Written by: blane on Oct 6, 2000 2:59:03 AM

  Anyone owning a Cougar WITHOUT antilock brakes, built before March 17, 2000, should read this from www.blueovalnews.com : Ford Motor Company will issue a safety recall concerning certain 1996 through 2000 model year Contour and Mystique models and 1999 through2000 model year Cougars for a possible brake defect. The vehicle's Brake Pressure Control Reducing Valve will be replaced under safety recall number 00S03. According to Ford, "on some of the affected ... Read More

• 3.0 Litre V6 Duratech

  Written by: blane on Oct 6, 2000 2:51:21 AM

  There has been much interest here about Ford/Mercury stuffing the 3.0 litre V6 Duratech under a Cougar's hood to give future models a bit more muscle. Perhaps we should all take a deep breath and read the "WEDNESDAY - OCTOBER 4, 2000 Exclusive Report on the Jaguar V6 S-Type" article at: http://www.blueovalnews.com/

• Written by: stageleft on Sep 29, 2000 1:39:53 PM

  Blackcoug: Thanks for the info, it's good to know there's technically saavy people in our group. I'm familiar with process of burning audio CD's as I've been doing this for more than 4 years now. But with the introduction of mp3's, it's getting to a place where technology is up to speed on many fronts, including music. Just like you store mp3 files on your computer's hard drive, you can burn ... Read More

• Good Mileage, etc.

  Written by: jimcal1 on Aug 26, 2000 7:43:43 AM

  Just returned from a modest (550 mile) trip from the SF Bay area to Lake Tahoe, with a side trip to Virginia City. Some of the driving was stop-and-go on city streets, most at 55 to 85 mph on the highway (US50 up and I80 back), elevation change from sea-level to about 7300 ft. Mileage averaged out at 27.0 mpg--which seemed very good to me, for the V6 ATX (2000 with ... Read More

Cougar Support Group - General Maintenance

• Flasher

  Written by: blane on Aug 4, 2000 2:40:43 AM

  caryncb: Sorry, but thus forum is dedicated to "New Edge" Cougars, the front wheel drive 1999's and 2000's only. They are totally different from your rear wheel drive 1996, which was based on the Ford Thunderbird. Why don't you ask someone in the service department of a Ford or Mercury dealership. They won't charge you for an answer, as long as you don't ask them to do the work.

Cougar Support Group - Bigger & Better

• I can't find the color I want. :-(

  Written by: shengz on Aug 2, 2000 6:21:51 AM

  I'm palning to buy a 2000 cougar. The two colors I want are spuce green and sappire blue. But my dealer can only find one blue car with MTX which is 400 miles away from my place.(Bellevue WA). I also know Mercury delete those two colors for 2001 model. And I can't wait until the end of Sept. to get a 2001 model. My dealer still knows nothing about the 2001 ... Read More

• Written by: coolchick on Jul 19, 2000 1:02:38 PM

  Saw an ad on TV last night for the Mercury clearance sale. 0.9% financing for in-stock 2000 kitties. They didn't show too much of the Cougar in the ad, though. A couple of quick shots of a silver one.

• My new Cougar

  Written by: forbin on Jul 17, 2000 5:42:08 AM

  I've been reading some questions about incentives and the like, so I thought I would finally post something here. (and besides, I picked the car up yesterday). There is now a $1500 incentive on the 2000 model. I placed my order in April when it was $1000, and made $500 for just waiting around. I actually purchased my car 350 miles away. I was "home" visiting my family on vacation when ... Read More

Cougar Support Group - General Maintenance

• Oil

  Written by: blane on Jul 14, 2000 2:44:48 AM

  benisem: If you plan to change your oil as often as 3,000 miles (Ford says 5,000) then you would be wasting your hard earned money buying synthetic oil. Normal name-brand high-detergent oil of the proper viscosity will do all that anyone could reasonably ask. Change your oil filter each time too. Here's what Ford says about the proper viscosity for your Cougar, whether 1999 or 2000: Service Bulletin Number: 99816 Bulletin ... Read More

Cougar Support Group - Bigger & Better

• re:200SX

  Written by: ryster on Jun 24, 2000 5:01:22 PM

  Good afternoon! Just to clarify, 1998 was the last model year for the Nissan 200SX, which was basically a 2-door Sentra. The coupe (200SX) was cancelled starting with the 1999 model year when Nissan deemed low sales did not justify continuing production. The SE-R was the "hottest" model, but was nowhere near the performance bargain the previous generation Sentra SE-R turned out to be. Now for my Cougar question...my dad currently ... Read More

• Written by: stageleft on Jun 21, 2000 7:43:02 PM

  I think I saw the same commercial. I was flipping channels, as usual, when I fell into MTV's most expensive videos countdown. The very next commercial break started with a young woman being berated by her peers and elders for not buying a "sensible" car. Anyhoo, I guess the reason they were riding her was because she opted for the perfectly annointed 2000 Mercury Cougar. Nice commercial. (BTW, the most expensive ... Read More

• Wonderful loaner experiences...

  Written by: burnsmr4 on Jun 14, 2000 11:58:03 PM

  Badulah -- in a KIA? There is a god. He's the same guy that employed the devil to assign Badulah to a Kia. A purple one at that. Help -- I've fallen over laughing, wet my pants in hysteria, and I can't get up! Seriously, though, I don't know where you people are going to for service. My dealership is pretty stupid sometimes when it comes to putting things back together, ... Read More

Cougar Support Group - A New Start

• Demise of Cougar continued...

  Written by: giddeup_50 on May 30, 2000 8:30:57 PM

  Mustang Out, Ranger in at Rouge Plant Ward's Auto World 29-May-2000 author: Said Deep Ford Motor Co. plans to move Mustang production out of the Rouge complex in Dearborn, the lifelong home of the pony car, and replace it with the Ranger pickup and a new multi-activity vehicle, codenamed U260, sometime in 2003, Ford sources tell Ward's. The current plan is part of a multi-billion dollar modernization of the Dearborn assembly ... Read More

Cougar Support Group - Modifications

• Written by: daexpert on May 26, 2000 4:07:13 PM

  bobschm, On NOPIs site, you have to look up the 1999 Mercury Cougar, not the 2000. Then the Pacesetter will show up. I emailed them and they told me that they are selling it for $147. At that price, I'm seriously considering it, I figured that if it sucks, at least I won't lose that much. The Borla looks great, but boy, it's expensive! Hey, esbrock, are you gonna give us ... Read More

Cougar Support Group - Dealer Experiences/Issues

• Some Dealers just don't get it!!!

  Written by: jdbishop on May 4, 2000 12:55:19 AM

  I took my Dark Tourmaline V-6, MTX cat in to West Point Lincoln Mercury in Houston for an oil change today, and while I was waiting, I checked out the show room. Sitting in the show room in all its splendor is a 2000 Rousch (sp) Cougar, Black, V-6 Convenience group with an AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION AND NO SPORT GROUP. I couldn't believe it. Some dealers just don't get it. Who in ... Read More

Cougar Support Group - A New Start

• Ads, or lack thereof...

  Written by: rickel on Apr 30, 2000 7:57:39 AM

  I had never heard of the new Cougar until I saw one on U.S. Route 3 near West Chester, PA, one fateful day last year. I was driving my sister home from Reading, and we pulled up behind this wicked looking red car. It caught my eye, and I strained to see what it was. "It's a Cougar!" says my sis. I replied, "That's the car I am buying!" And on ... Read More

• THAT'S GOOD NEWS mws0520

  Written by: jrp6977 on Apr 27, 2000 4:43:41 AM

  I'm glad to hear that good news about Mercury, mws0520. I have been a Mercury fan and coupe fan for years. I've had Cougars, T-birds, and Mustangs. It's also good you're listening. And since your listening I would like to greatly encourage you as Cougar brand manager to look into increasing the number of adjustments on the Cougar's tilt steering column. The lack of enough adjustments on the Cougar wheel compromises ... Read More

• checking in

  Written by: mws0520 on Apr 27, 2000 2:49:26 AM

  I've been on vacation for the last few days. Just wanted to check in. I've only read the last two days of postings. I'll read the rest this weekend. JRP6977 - thanks for the post. We do listen. There are competitive reasons for not announcing our cycle plan actions although this day in age because of technology it is hard to keep them secret. Mercury will be around regardless of what ... Read More

Cougar Support Group - Modifications

• Mercury Customer Rebates

  Written by: garyinvest on Apr 17, 2000 5:06:48 PM

  Hi everyone. I'm new to this site. I am considering the purchase of the new 2000 Cougar and noticed that Edmund's indicates there is a $1,000 customer rebate in effect for the Cougar from 4/1 through 7/5/2000. Can anybody tell me if this is a national customer rebate incentive and specifically is it available in my area--Northern Virginia (Washington, DC metro area). Thanks for your help. I have learned quite a ... Read More

Cougar Support Group - A New Start

• Hell, I'll do it for the chair!!!

  Written by: halo_1 on Apr 14, 2000 3:21:32 AM

  Hey MWS, I'll do the commercial for the Mercury Cougar logo chair and a copy of the music track on the Mercury Cougar college rebate website. It will be like the Saturn commercial showing all the Saturn owners at the Saturn manufacture plant. Except that Cougar owners are much COOOLER. No offense to past, present, and future Saturn owners. HALO_1 Cougarfest 2000, Drive Home or BUST!!!

Cougar Support Group - General Maintenance

• 2000 Cougar Window problem

  Written by: slimman182 on Nov 26, 2010 8:45:15 PM

  Hello, my girlfriend just bought a 2000 Mercury cougar, after a few days we cracked the window for a little airflow and when we tried to put the window up it would not work from either the passenger switch or the drivers side master switch. We tried pushing up on the window to get it to slide up and it was not budging. The window can go down further from either ... Read More

Mercury Cougar

• Cougar V6 vs. Sebring V6

  Written by: dcchris on Jan 22, 2000 2:22:06 AM

  I'm looking into a sports style coupe and am looking at the Cougar and Sebring. I've been a Mercury/Ford fan for a LONG time and have had no problems with any of their products. I want a coupe with power but have heard that the Cougar V6 is gutless compared to the Sebring. I've test drove only the Cougar and seems sluggish from a stop light or sign and when trying ... Read More

• Sunroof and price

  Written by: gadi on Aug 11, 1999 6:04:00 AM

  I am very close to buying a a '99 Cougar (I figure i can get a better deal on it than a 2000) but I don't like the available sunroof. I prefer a windowed moonroof that actually opens all the way. Does anyone have the proprietary moonroof that Mercury offers to get installed and how is it? Also, if there are any Canadians that can tell me what they payed for ... Read More