Vehicle Description
Very well appointed, first year Mercury Sun Valley Hardtop! All
original, highly optioned with power steering & brakes,
Merc-o-Matic transmission, AM radio, and showing just 77,600
original miles! A wonderful investment opportunity presented here!
After World War II, many manufacturers were reestablishing their
identity, and Ford was not different with the decision to combine
their mid-luxury line Mercury and upscale Lincoln brands becoming
one division in 1945. The Mercury marque went from a sophisticated
and well-appointed Ford, to a market sensation by 1949 distinctly
separating itself from Ford and Lincoln.� Fast forward to 1954 and
you will see the first year introduction of the Overhead Valve V8
replacing the flathead forever.� That same year, Mercury rolled out
a special Hardtop model in their upscale Monterey body called the
Sun Valley.� It featured a unique Plexiglas roof and attractive
body trim, with a host of available options making it the most
expensive model they offered next to the convertible.� Only 9,761
were produced, and finding one in this condition presents a
wonderful opportunity to Mercury collectors everywhere! We are
proud to offer this gorgeous 1954 Mercury Monterey Sun Valley
2-door Hardtop finished in factory code correct Bloomfield Green &
Parkland Green two tone exterior over green & white vinyl interior!
Fitted with its original 256ci OHV V8 offering the driver 161
horsepower mated to the 3-speed Merc-O-Matic automatic
transmission.� Additional factory options include power steering,
power drum brakes, rear fender skirts, front & rear bumper guards,
full chrome wheel covers, wide whitewall tires, clock,
heater/defrost, twin exit stainless steel exhaust system, tinted
window glass, AM radio with rear seat speaker, and the famous glass
roof insert! Coming from a very well maintained collection, this
very original and well preserved example has benefited from a
thorough and accurate restoration. The overall finish remains in
great�condition, with chrome and stainless in excellent condition.�
It shows no signed of abuse or neglect, with minimal signs of age
everywhere you look.� Today, the odometer reads just 77,622 miles
which we believe to be accurate from new.�� The window glass and
roof top Plexiglas remain brilliantly clear and few of commonly
found scratches.� Inside, the seating upholstery, dash, door
panels, and carpet are all wonderfully presentable and show
worthy.� The same can be said for the engine bay presentation and
trunk compartment with correct, factory appointments like it was
just on the showroom just a few years ago.� More importantly, it
starts and runs simply wonderfully!� It offers easy starts, smooth
idle and remarkable road worthiness.� We hope this rare Mercury
finds a new home quickly as there are very few like it to choose
from on today's market place!� Please feel welcome to call with
additional questions!� Thanks for looking!