Vehicle Description
1971 Mercury Grand Marquis Sedan
Original survivor metal is commanding more and more respect, and
the prices of credible survivors continue to climb. That's an
understandable trend, considering anyone can restore a car but the
factory only bolts it together once. This survivor is the best of
both ways! Not only is it a numbers-matching original example, it's
also an ultra-clean, virtually untouched classic that's loaded with
a roster of desirable features. Looking for some 1970's long and
luxurious iron? Look no further as this one is a true original.
Purchased new in 1971, this one owner Mercury is in pristine
condition, and shows only 31K clocked miles! Virtually all original
condition, and everything excellent, this big baby spent her life
mostly in the comfort of a garage. You can look very carefully at
the photos and will find little wrong with this consignment. A test
drive will have you literally floating down the road with plenty of
metal and comforts surrounding you as you do so.
Exterior
Several gallons of original Medium Ginger Bronze Metallic (AKA
Glamour Paint) cover the exterior of this land yacht. All in
pristine condition. Chrome bumpers are in very nice condition, and
the rear bumper has wrap around tail lighting. Fender skirts add to
the cool look, and aftermarket spoked wheels have replaced the
original wheel covers, which the owner states will come with the
car. All brightwork is clear, and colorful as well as shiny.
Unusual construction of a half pillar in the center of the car can
be seen between the large doors. The car is topped off with a
wonderful chocolate vinyl top. Hidden functioning headlights are
seen in front. With this car they'll know you've arrived!
Interior
Many yards of fine woven near silk like material, again pristine,
covers the front split bench seats. In beautiful brown brocade
pattern tufted and buttoned into a triangulated stitch pattern, is
in the center of plain brown bolsters also in cloth. The rear bench
is the same, and this writer is not so sure anyone has ever sat
back there! Door panels make use of a fine mix of the matching
brocade pattern fabric, vinyl and carpeting, and a smattering of
wood veneer. Rich brown carpeting underscores the interior seats
and dash. The dash is square and derivation thereof 1970's design
and houses analog instrumentation. A perfect headliner is all
there, and many convenience options reside in the cabin as well.
Power steering, air conditioning, power windows and power brakes,
make your driving experience all pleasure.
Drivetrain
The star of the show for me is the 429 cubic inch V8, which almost
unbelievably only has a two-barrel carburetor. It may not be
original, but one of the first things I'd do is install a
four-barrel to unleash the power of the huge engine. A 3-speed
select shift automatic is there, and shows slight leakage, which
could be attributed to a dried gasket due to not a lot of recent
road time. Weighing in at 4563 lbs. this is a true cruiser.
A 31,000 mile garage find, all original, no rust, no accidents, all
working example of early '70's luxury. A time piece waiting to be
used for a long haul or an evening out that will turn heads, back
to 1971, or back to the future.
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 150 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. A 450 barn find
collection is currently also on display.
This vehicle is in our showroom in Morgantown, Pennsylvania,
conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia on the I-76
Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is www.classicautomall.com and
our phone number is (888) 227-0914. Please contact us anytime for
more information or to come see the vehicle in person.
