| The Bobcat was Mercury's all-new sub-compact economy car for 1975, based on the popular Ford Pinto. The grille was distinctively styled with plenty of chrome, and the Mercury name spelled out in individual letters above it. Narrow, horizontal taillights on the Hatchback, just below the rear door, were equally distinctive. Station Wagon taillights followed the style of the Pinto Wagon. 1975 Bobcats were powered by the 140-cubic inch 4-cylinder engine that developed 83 horsepower, and the 170-cubic inch, 97-horsepower Six was optional at extra cost. Although it was clearly a Mercury for the economy-minded, the Bobcat offered a host of luxury options: air conditioning ($416), Hatchback vinyl roof ($83), Villager luggage rack ($71), sun roof ($210), cast aluminum wheels ($136), power steering ($106), and a nifty Sports Accent Group for $269. Four speed manual transmission was standard and SelectShift automatic transmission was optional. LOVE that Bobcat! |
| 1975 Bobcat Facts Prices: 2-door Hatchback Sedan - $3,189; 2-door Villager Station Wagon - $3,481 Production: 2-door Hatchback Sedan - 20,651; 2-door Station Wagon - 13,583 |
