1979 Mercury Cougar Performance Shifters

Essential 1979 Mercury Cougar Performance Shifters

B & M – Automatic Shifter, Unimatic Shifter (Part No.80775)

Automatic Shifter, Unimatic Shifter

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$269.99
The B&M Unimatic is an ideal replacement for column shift vehicles, includes neutral safety switch, 5 foot cable and a boot and plate.

Product Features:
  • Ideal As Column Shift Replacement
  • Includes Neutral Safety Switch
  • Includes Black T-Handle
  • Backup Light Not Available
  • Includes 5 ft. Cable and Hardware
  • Includes Boot and Plate
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Hurst – Manual Shifter, Super Street (Part No.3917535)

Manual Shifter, Super Street

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$499.99
The industry standard for over 30 years, this shifter offers state of the art transmission control for popular manual transmissions. Dedicated applications assure a custom fit to a wide variety of vehicles.

Product Features:
  • 7.5 in. Tall Chrome Plated Stick
  • High Mounting Design
  • Heat Treated Components
  • Adjustable Gear Stops
  • Complete With Hardware
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Hurst – Manual Shifter, Indy, SSA 3 Speed Shifter (Part No.5010002)

Manual Shifter, Indy, SSA 3 Speed Shifter

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$369.99
Hurst Indy SSA 3-speed shifter kits are designed to be used on most popular 3-speed transmissions in a wide variety of cars. Applications are determined by transmissions and an exclusive engineered mounting design, for most applications.

Product Features:
  • Spring Loaded Gate
  • Short Precise Throws
  • Chrome Plated Stick
  • All Components Are Plated
  • Complete with Shifter Boot and Hardware
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B & M – Automatic Shifter, Pro Stick Shift with CVR (Part No.80706)

Automatic Shifter, Pro Stick Shift with CVR

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$429.99
The Original Pro Stick shifter delivers rock-solid performance, mixed with clean design cues and compact size. This is why you see so many Pro Stick shifters at the race track. We start off with a heavy duty steel base with a hardened steel gate plate, a reverse lockout feature that only requires one hand to operate, and complies with NHRA/IHRA safety rules. Then add the billet aluminum shift handle with classic white shift knob, lightweight aluminum trigger and finish it off with a brushed aluminum cover with quick release pins, and you end up with one good looking bullet-proof race shifter. Optional Forward and Reverse shift pattern gate plates are available for most popular 2, 3 and 4-speed transmissions. This model Pro Stick comes out of the box ready for action for most popular 3-speed transmissions, includes a 5-foot Super Duty shift cable, brackets, levers, hardware and detailed instructions for an easy installation. Be sure to check out all the optional Magnum Grip side grip plates including the one and two button 12-volt momentary switches or any of the other accessories we offer for the Pro Stick in the Shifter Accessories section. Notes: AOD requires installation kit #40496, AODE & 4R70W requires installation kit #40504, E40D & 4R100 requires installation kit #40505, 2004R & 700R4 require gate plate #80712, 4L60E – 4L85E equipped with PRNDL switch requires cable bracket kit #70499 and gate plate #80712. Overall Dimensions – 8.25L x 2.92W x 9.25H

Product Features:
  • All One-Handed
  • Reverse Lockout Meets NHRA And IHRA Requirements
  • Mount Directly To Floor/Chassis/Or w/Quick Release
  • Ultimate For Powerglide Applications
  • Lightweight Brushed Alum. Cover
  • Cover Removed Quickly and Easily
  • Includes 5 Ft. Super Duty Race Cable
  • Quick Change Plate Design
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Hurst – Shifter – Performance (Part No.3737637)

Shifter - Performance

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$309.99
Shifter – Performance

B & M – Automatic Shifter, Quicksilver 4 Speed (Part No.80683)

Automatic Shifter, Quicksilver 4 Speed

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$439.99
The B&M Quicksilver features a ratcheting action for positive shifts, Chrome Knob, neutral safety switch, NHRA/IHRA approved Reverse Lockout. Fits Most 3 and 4 speeds.

Product Features:
  • Universal Floor Mount Application
  • Base Trimmed For Custom Fit
  • Cable Operated
  • Quick Installation
  • Accurate Shifting
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Hurst – Automatic Shifter, Quarter Stick (Part No.3160014)

Automatic Shifter, Quarter Stick

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$426.99
The award-winning Quarter Stick automatic shifter is designed to provide positive gear change control for street or racing transmission applications. Gated mechanism. NHRA/IHRA approved reverse lockout.

Product Features:
  • Forward and Reverse Shift Patterns
  • Chrome Plated Trigger for Detent Activity
  • Factory Neutral Safety Switch
  • Compact And Lightweight
  • Roller Detent with Shifter Pattern
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B & M – Automatic Shifter, Megashifter (Part No.80690)

Automatic Shifter, Megashifter

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$479.99
The B&M Megashifter has it all, form, function and classic style. This all adds up to bring you a quality shifter that’s been one of the most popular automatic shifters of all time. First off let’s talk function. The Megashifters positive ratcheting funct

Product Features:
  • Universal Floor Mount
  • Base Can Be Trimmed-Custom Fit
  • Cable Operated
  • Quick Installation
  • Accurate Shifting
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Hurst – Manual Shifter, Competition Plus (Part No.3913180)

Manual Shifter, Competition Plus

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$533.99
The industry standard for over 30 years, this shifter offers state of the art transmission control for popular manual transmissions. Dedicated applications assure a custom fit to a wide variety of vehicles.

Product Features:
  • High Ratio Pivot Mechanism
  • Adjustable Bias Spring Loads
  • Adjustable Stops
  • Chrome Plated Steel Bolt On Stick
  • Easy Installation
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B & M – Automatic Shifter, Sport Shifter (Part No.80776)

Automatic Shifter, Sport Shifter

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$329.99
The B&M Sport Shifter features, Neutral safety switch, backup light switch, lighted gear indicator and black T-Handle and cable. Fits Most 3 and 4 Speed applications.

Product Features:
  • Base Trims For Custom Fit
  • Neutral Safety Switch
  • Backup Light Switch
  • Lighted Gear Indicator
  • Black T-Handle and Cable
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B & M – Automatic Shifter, Light Truck Megashifter (Part No.80680)

Automatic Shifter, Light Truck Megashifter

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$479.99
The B&M Megashifter has it all, form, function and classic style. This all adds up to bring you a quality shifter that’s been one of the most popular automatic shifters of all time. The light truck Megashifter is better suited for truck and bench seat applications with its overall height of 14.85-inches tall (2.25-inches taller than #80690 Megashifter.) The positive ratcheting action won’t allow you to over-shift and miss a gear at that critical moment, along with the reverse lockout feature meets NHRA/IHRA safety rules for those weekend grudge races at the track, while the look and feel of the T-handle and accordion style shift boot really shows off its racing heritage. Other features include a black console that you can trim to match the contour of your vehicle’s floor, 5-foot long shifter cable, cable brackets, transmission shift levers, chrome plated top plate with lighted gear indicator and everything needed for an easy at home installation. An optional T-handle with a 12-volt button is available separately for actuating a trans-brake, nitrous oxide or other accessories for the hard-core performance enthusiast. This shifter fits most popular Chrysler, Ford and GM 3 and 4-speed automatic transmissions. Note: AOD transmissions require optional kit #40496, GM 4L60E through 4L85E transmissions with PRNDL switch will require optional kit #70499. Overall Dimensions – 14.9L x 6.4W x 14.8H

Product Features:
  • Universal Floor Mount Application
  • Cable Operated
  • Quick Installation
  • Accurate Shifting
  • NHRA/IHRA Reverse Lockout Meets Requirements
  • Use w/Reverse Pattern Valve Body
  • Includes Neutral Safety Switch
  • Includes Backup Light Switch
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B & M – Automatic Shifter, Stealth Pro Ratchet 3 and 4 Speed (Part No.81120)

Automatic Shifter, Stealth Pro Ratchet 3 and 4 Speed

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$549.99
The Stealth Pro Ratchet shifter is one of our most popular and easiest to operate race shifters. Features include positive ratcheting design that self-centers the handle after each shift giving you maximum clearance behind the shifter and will not allow y

Product Features:
  • Reverse Lockout Meets NHRA And IHRA Requirements
  • Carbon Fiber Look Without The Cost
  • Reliable And Race Proven Shifter Design
  • Short Throw
  • Stick Returns to Center
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Hurst – Installation Kit For Competition Plus Shifter (Part No.3735587)

Installation Kit For Competition Plus Shifter

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$324.99
The Hurst Competition Plus installation kits are designed so that your shifter fits directly into your muscle car, with the least possible modifications to the vehicle. Includes arms, rods, mounting plate, bushings, and all necessary hardware.

Product Features:
  • Competition Plus Shifter Installation Kit
  • Includes Hardware
  • Durable
  • Sold as a Kit
  • Hurst Quality
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Hurst – Automatic Shifter, Quarter Stick (Part No.3160009)

Automatic Shifter, Quarter Stick

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$426.99
The award-winning Quarter Stick automatic shifter is designed to provide positive gear change control for street or racing transmission applications. Gated mechanism. NHRA/IHRA approved reverse lockout.

Product Features:
  • Forward and Reverse Shift Patterns
  • Chrome Plated Trigger for Detent Activity
  • Factory Neutral Safety Switch
  • Compact And Lightweight
  • Roller Detent with Shifter Pattern
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Hurst – B-1 Shifter Boot and Plate (Part No.1147336)

B-1 Shifter Boot and Plate

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$42.49
Designed for use with round stick shifters. Complete with chrome ID plate and mounting hardware. Measures: 4-3/8 in. x 5-3/8 in. with 3 pleats.

Product Features:
  • Complete with Mounting Hardware
  • Adapt To Most Shifter Install
  • Hurst Quality
  • Works Well with Round Shift Levers
  • Chrome ID Plate
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1979 Mercury Cougar Performance Shifters

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1979 Mercury Cougar. Maybe you just need a couple of Performance Shifters. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 10 different Performance Shifters in our inventory ranging from $42.49 to $549.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1979 Mercury Cougar running smoothly.

Performance Shifters are only as good as their brand. We stock 2 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1979 Mercury Cougar. Hurst and B & M are just some of the brands we stock. Search for brands you know or compare prices and reviews to help you decide!

We know you’ll find the perfect Performance Shifters for your 1979 Mercury Cougar, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Performance Shifters to keep your 1979 Mercury Cougar rolling for years to come, look no further. Shop online and have your products shipped direct to your door, or pick up at the nearest Advance Auto Parts location today!

Performance Shifters Brands To Make Your 1979 Mercury Cougar Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1979 Mercury Cougar demands trusted brand parts and products to keep it running. Many trusted brands of Performance Shifters make up Advance Auto Parts’ inventory, and all are ready to help make your Cougar the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Performance Shifters brands and parts.