01
THE BEGINNING
WHERE THE STORY STARTED+
THE STARTING POINT
Before the restoration.
Use this area for the story of how the Cougar looked when the project began, what you discovered, and the restoration plan.
RESTORATION JOURNAL
PROGRESS
Roll over a chapter to open the story.
Each chapter expands downward, revealing photographs and notes while the other chapters remain in place. Click or tap a chapter on touch devices.
02
BODY & PAINT
METAL • BODYWORK • PRIMER • COLOR+
BODY & PAINT
From repair to finish.
Document stripping, metal repair, panel alignment, bodywork, primer and preparation for the Cougar's final color.
03
MECHANICAL
351 WINDSOR • TRANSMISSION • SUSPENSION • BRAKES+
MECHANICAL
The Cougar underneath.
Track the 351 Windsor, transmission, steering, suspension, brakes, wheels and the mechanical decisions made along the way.
04
INTERIOR & TOP
INTERIOR • GLASS • TRIM • CONVERTIBLE TOP+
INTERIOR & TOP
Bringing the cabin back.
Use this chapter for seating, trim, door panels, carpet, glass, window mechanisms and the convertible top.
05
FINAL ASSEMBLY
DETAILS • TRIM • ROAD READY+
FINAL ASSEMBLY
The pieces come together.
Final trim, detailing, adjustments and the moment the restored Cougar returns to the road.