This product is an NOS Part.
NOS items are OEM parts from Ford that have been sitting on shelves or in warehouses for years. These are often great examples of the orignal parts, but they may have scratches or other shelf wear.
However be aware that some NOS parts are "service replacement" parts. "Service replacement" parts are not exact replacements of the parts that were installed at the factory, but are what Ford considered as "good enough" and were used at Ford dealerships after the original supply of parts was exhausted.
We often leave NOS product listings on our website after they sell for reference purposes.
Also referred to as "Bumperettes", this kit was available as an over the counter option for your 1967 or 1968 Mercury Cougar. According to Kevin Marti's book, "Cougar By The Numbers" 15,018 Cougars received rear bumper guards from the factory in 1968, that data is not listed for 1967 but it is assumed that the numbers are about the same. Keep in mind that the installation of this kit requires drilling two holes in your rear valance, for an example please check out our used valances in the body section as we have one pictured there. These guards are marked left and right but you can modify them in a vise to fit either side.
KIt includes NOS bumper guards and reproduction brackets and new hardware, will show shelf wear.