Gord and Kelly Nelson's 1970 Mercury Cougar Eliminator 428 Cobra Jet is a rare gem. They purchased the car in 1995, after passing up a similar opportunity years earlier. The Eliminator had 41,000 miles and its original interior. Despite low mileage, the car had been driven daily and raced at a local dragstrip. The Nelsons initially planned a cosmetic refresh but ended up doing a full restoration. With help from Ron Healy, they disassembled the car, sandblasted the undercarriage, and stripped the

Join us as we embark on the journey of restoring and upgrading this 1969 Ford Fairlane Cobra Jet into a road-hugging Muscle Car tailored to the owner's specifications! In this video, we delve into the details of this project, starting with a thorough inspection of the car's current state. We'll uncover hidden rust, assess the original paint job, and examine the iconic 428 Cobra Jet engine. Stay tuned as we document the entire restoration process, from dismantling the car to rebuilding its powerf