Mercury is one of those old marques that have been axed due to budget restraints and insufficient sales. Founded in 1938 as Ford’s top-end line-up offering catering to the affluent market, Mercury saw success, especially with its Cougar and Montego models. Produced under three generations, the Mercury Montego debuted in 1968 stopped production in 1976 and resumed from 2004 to 2007. It was a counterpart to the Ford Torino. Up for grabs is a two-door hardtop 1969 Mercury MX with a slew of new parts and performance upgrades.
Dressed in a glossy black, the new paint job with the chrome trim evokes a sense of mystery and darkness for this 1968 Mercury MX. The front features a distinct shape with the hood and has quad headlights in an extended chrome grille. As mentioned, chrome is generously added, as it's visible on the front and rear bumpers, side trims, window trims, and taillight trims. Matching the car's attitude is a set of vintage-style 5-spoke wheels in chrome. Blue is the interior color, and it does look good with the exterior black. Along with the custom window tint are new side and rearview mirrors. New door gaskets and interior door handles are in place. New carpets and upholstery have been done for the seats and doors. Seat belts have been installed to the front and rear as reported by the current owner. The 3-spoke metal and wood steering wheel and chrome steering wheel are reportedly new. The dashboard gauges have been replaced with black-faced Dolphin gauges. A complete air conditioning system from Vintage Air has been installed. Power door locks and a new trunk bedliner are in place. The entertainment department has been upgraded with a Retrosound Long Beach Bluetooth sound system coupled to a custom-built rear deck speaker deck which has a Kicker K-410, and a Kicker DS-690 installed. Keeping the car safe is a Viper 3305V security system installed by the current owner.
This 1968 Mercury MX is not just loaded with cosmetic and interior upgrades, there are a ton of performance upgrades as well. Starting with the new Stroker engine with changed heads to accommodate the use of unleaded gasoline. Sending power to the wheels is a custom-built new C4 transmission with a 2800-stall FTI. The carburetor has been upgraded to a 4-barrel 600 CFM unit. Billet timing chain and gear sets are reportedly installed. 281R retro roller cams and SBF retro roller lifters, roller tips, and pushrods are reported. Keeping the engine at optimum temperatures is the new water pump and cooling fan. Ride comfort is enhanced with the installation of new shocks and new coil springs, while braking power is provided by the new front and rear disc brakes. Other upgrades include a new 100 AMP alternator & voltage regulator, a new neutral safety switch, and a new oil pump.
Mercury is one of those old marques that have been axed due to budget restraints and insufficient sales. Founded in 1938 as Ford’s top-end line-up offering catering to the affluent market, Mercury saw success, especially with its Cougar and Montego models. Produced under three generations, the Mercury Montego debuted in 1968 stopped production in 1976 and resumed from 2004 to 2007. It was a counterpart to the Ford Torino. Up for grabs is a two-door hardtop 1969 Mercury MX with a slew of new parts and performance upgrades.
When discussing the classic car segment, one brand is often overlooked. The Mercury brand was designed by Ford to offer premium solutions that bridge the gap between Ford and Lincoln. One of their most loved models was the Mercury Comet that became a successful standalone model. It was one of the first mid-sized cars in history and was also dubbed the "senior compact". What we have brought to you here is a 1966 Mercury Comet Caliente Convertible, a top-trim, often underrated muscle car. With 70631 miles on its odometer, this beauty flaunts a few aftermarket features as well. Located in Sparks, Nevada, it is ready to fulfill all your classic car desires.
Mercury was first introduced as a subsidiary division of the Ford Motor Company that bridged the gap between the affordable Ford models and the luxury Lincoln lineup. When Mercury launched the Cougar model, it was supposed to provide a European-styled alternative to the Ford Mustang. It went on to become the only Mercury ever to win the “Motor Trend Car of the Year” title. The Cougar lineup saw eight generations, where the car transformed from a Pony car to a personal luxury coupe. This stunning example of the 1970 Mercury Cougar belongs to the final year of its first generation. It reportedly has 51322 miles on its clock and is currently located in Port Hueneme, California. If you are looking for a rare classic that will turn heads and spark conversation, this Cougar is for you.
With its name derived from Monterey Bay, the same inspiration for the famous Monterey Jack cheese, the Mercury Monterey was a full-size automobile by Mercury that was available between 1952 and 1974. Mercury itself, the mid-tier luxury division of Ford sat between Ford and Lincoln, and, sadly, was retired in 2011. So, this is one of those classic American names from a defunct manufacturer. That only adds to the cachet of this 1953 Mercury Monterey. The fact that its maker is no more only adds more to the car’s value, as does its Flathead V8, auto gearbox and mere 1,700 miles. A discerning collector will have no hesitation in snapping up this car, while a budding collector should seriously consider acquiring it sans delay.
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