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 greatcondition, 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 todays market place! Please feel
welcome to call with additional questions! Thanks for looking!