Welcome Syn,
I hope you enjoy your Cougar experience. Leon is steering you straight in that there was no such beast as a California Special cougar. People confuse Cougars and Mustangs sometimes and as Leon said, what badging some owner decides to purchase and put on his car is up to him
Just a heads up from me though, $6500 seems a little steep for a 68 small block car with body damage.. Depends on alot of things liek how extensive the damage is, what has been done to the motor, is it documented, has anyone checked out the frame and underside for rust for you? Although sellers aren't all blateantly trying to screw people, "Rust Free" descriptions are often taking a lot of "poetic license". I bought a "pristine, rust free" 70 convertable out of california 2 years ago that showed up with road signs welded into the floors and a majority of the inner rockers completely missing on both sides of the car. Looked immaculate on the outside

Caveat emptour (or however it be spelt

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Why don't you add your location to your profile here so Cougar folks in your area might be able to help steer you towards a nice car.
Best o luck in your search
