Wanted to give a head's up that there's a 1984 cougar in Minonk, IL that is just sitting. It looks to be in good, drivable condition, with minimal rust (if any). I called and he said that with a new battery, you could drive it home.
I have too many projects at this time, so I am going to pass, but he shot me a price of $1800 sight unseen.
The car is sitting at Herman's Body Shop. You can google the number if you're interested.
Good luck!
Geoff