1967 S Code GT Value?

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Hi Guys, I hate to be one of those guys that asks the value of a car that you’re not able to view but there seems to be very few '67 S code GT’s out there for comparison. I’d like to get a little feedback from you regarding the “to and from” value of this car in, say #1 condition as prime down to #5 condition as a parts car.
I know there are some variables that will make a difference in value so:
The car in question is a '67 S code, not an XR-7, automatic with A/C, tilt steering, power disc brakes, original color black with black vinyl roof and black interior. It is very complete with original engine but it is in need of a full restoration. Paint, interior, drive train, suspension, etc. Fortunately it is very rust free. It has been off the road for about 20 years so you get the idea of how much resto work it will need.
I think this car is really worth saving/restoring and I’m no stranger to this type of work. It will consume the better part of $20K to complete.
I appreciate any input.
Greg

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Mine fits right in the middle of the value scale, here is a link https://cccforum.discoursehosting.net/t/1967-s-code-gt-390-4spd-one-family-owner-rock-solid-western-car/6086/1 The best 67 GT std on the planet at present, retail auction, all the stars aligned would be $60k, crappiest project that is “maybe” worth doing, a step above a parts car would be about $4k. Here is an example that comes to mind, https://www.facebook.com/WestCoastClassicCougar/posts/10153665237214087

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Thanks Don, that looks like a pretty fair spread.

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Somewhere between $3K and $6K as described. The restoration will probably cost more by the time you are done but it will be a very nice car and wort the effort.

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I agree xr7g. The seller was asking 8K and dropped to 7K which I thought was a little high, all things considered.

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I agree with Don and Bill. My 67 S code is black/black, a/c, console and am/fm car. I was blessed to find mine when the stock market crashed in the mid-2000’s. If you can get the car for under $8,000 you’ll have a good deal. I’ve seen very few in restored condition and I feel they are desirable models. Good luck with your purchase.
Steven

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Thanks Steven. I see in your pictures that all 3 of your cars have the fiberglass hood scoop. I think that is a very nice feature. Were they an option available to all Cougars, part of a performance package or aftermarket/dealer install?
Greg

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Yeah Steven, tell us about the scoop on the lime frost G. :poke:

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Greg, I think that $20K will get you a nice driver unless you are planning to do most of the work yourself. When I did my '67 XR-7 GT, every piece of interior and exterior trim was either refurbished, replaced, or detailed. Those costs add up quickly unless you’re doing it yourself (I wasn’t). I’d expect to spend half again if you’re having someone do it for you and the objective is a show car. Even that won’t get you to concours level, far from it.

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I usually do all my own work except for paint so $20K should cover it.

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Greg no hood scoops were offered on the Cougar in 1967, except the fiberglass hood with twin scoops on Henry Ford II’s extremely rare XR7S. Read more about the XR7S here: History | Mercury Cougar GT-E Registry

Two models of the Cougar in 1968 came with hood scoops, three different types in fact.
The W Code 427 GT-E Scoop

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The R Code 428CJ GT-E and 428CJ XR7G Scoop

I like the scoop on my 67 S code it was added on during the restoration. It’s a reproduction. Both of our XR7G’s have scoops the Black Cherry Hertz car has it’s factory scoop while the Lime Frost G has a service replacement GTE scoop installed after an early 1970’s wreck. I guess the G scoop was not available during the repairs.

Here is an up close picture of an XR7G’s 3 nostril scoop.





Steven

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I’ve got a great original XR7G replacement for it waiting. The seller I purchased it from was great to deal with. :thumbup:
Steven

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Thanks for clearing that up Steve. I really like the W code style scoop and I think it’s a nice addition, even if it wasn’t originally available. If I put the deal together on this '67 S code, I think I will add that same scoop.
Greg