Vehicle Description
1947 Mercury Eight Club Convertible Same loving owner since 2002,
who had this Mercury fully restored with extensive photo
documentation One of a handful of Mercury Club Convertibles made in
1947 239 CID Flathead V-8 engine Three-speed manual transmission
Pheasant Red exterior with Tan interior Amber fog lights and dual
spotlights When it came to getting America's middle-class motoring
public back on the roads after World War II, Mercury was there,
like every other automaker, ready to sell vehicles that differed
little from their pre-war counterparts. MotoeXotica is pleased to
present this 1947 Mercury Eight Club Convertible which was the
recipient of a comprehensive restoration. We are selling this
awesome local Mercury to settle the estate of their father, which
was his cherished possession. He carefully documented the whole
restoration process over several years with over 200 detailed
photos. Dressed in Pheasant Red, this car's paint is in overall
great condition, though the trim shows some minor dings upon close
inspection. The windows are clear and crack-free while the car's
lights look great, including the dual spotlights and the amber fog
lights perched atop the front bumper - haze-free and intact. The
bodywork, including the rear fender skirts, is overall straight and
solid, the car's engine bay is tidy and the battery looks good. The
chrome bumpers fit well to the body and is a very nice older
restoration that presents itself extremely well today. This Merc
rides on Firestone Gum-Dipped wide whitewall tires, size 6.70-15 at
all four corners. Each tire surrounds a steel wheel with factory
wheel covers and beauty rings. The wheels and tires are in overall
great condition with minimal blemishes. Under that vee'd hood is
Ford's 239 CID Flathead V-8 engine with a two-barrel carburetor and
breathing through dual exhausts which was reportedly rebuilt during
the extensive restoration process. New engine innovations for 1947
included a moisture-sealed distributor and oil-resistant electrical
wiring. The engine is buttoned to a three-speed manual transmission
and a 3.54 rear end. Inside, the tan interior looks beautiful. The
seats are in excellent overall condition while the matching carpet
is in great shape. The original two-spoke steering wheel looks
good, as do the inner door panels and instrument panel, with its
full complement of gauges. Completing this time capsule is a
factory AM radio. Styling changes were slight in 1947.The Mercury
name was placed on the side of the hood.Different hubcaps were
used.The border around the grille was chrome plated.The "Eight"
script still ran down its center. There was also new trunk trim.
More chrome was used on the interior and the dash dial faces were
redesigned.The convertible and station wagon came with leather
upholstery. The other body styles used fabric.The wood paneled
Sportsman convertible was gone. Competition to this Mercury in 1947
included Buick's Series 50 Super Convertible, DeSoto's Custom
Convertible Club Coupe, Oldsmobile's 68 Special Convertible and
Pontiac's Torpedo Convertible. Ford collectors, convertible
aficionados or those who seek a rolling conversation piece should
not hesitate to visit MotoeXotica Classic Cars and take a gander at
this beauty. This car is currently located at our facility in St.
Louis, Missouri. Current mileage on the odometer shows 130 miles.
It is sold as is, where is, on a clean and clear, mileage exempt
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