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For Sale: 1964 Mercury Comet Caliente in Macedonia, Ohio

Vehicle Description

Ultra-clean 289-4V Caliente convertible. One repaint, original interior and top, 61,000 original miles. Beautiful paint and original bodywork, very clean undercarriage, zero rust. Drives great!

Most importantly, this wonderful little ragtop is almost 100% original, although was repainted once about 10 years ago in its original code D Silver Turquoise. Of course, all the sheetmetal is in fantastic condition and it doesn’t look like this car has ever seen inclement weather, because it’s 100% original bodywork. The doors fit well and close with authority, the long stainless side trim lines up evenly, and the paint has a wonderful soft shine that seems quite appropriate, although it’s probably better than new in some ways. There’s a handsome ornate grille, those neat gills at the leading edges of the fenders, and the wonderful taillights that use a three-element design to give it a very distinctive look. The bumpers are excellent, particularly for 1964 chrome, and the rest of the trim has a very consistent appearance that works well.

The interior is entirely original, including the seat covers and carpets, and it’s in fantastic condition. We had a split in the driver’s lower cushion professionally repaired (it is not visible in photos but it does show up in the video which was shot before the repair) and it’s almost invisible today. Otherwise, it’s in excellent shape with no issues. You’ll also note that the upscale steering wheel is in excellent condition, the dash pad hasn’t been cooked by the sun, and there’s a full array of fully functional gauges plus a working factory AM radio. The 61,573 miles showing on the odometer are authentic and the car does indeed feel like a machine that has been well-maintained and sparingly driven all its life. Overhead, the power convertible top appears to be original and it’s extremely nice, with no splits or tears and only some mild discoloration on the plastic rear window. The trunk is also beautifully preserved with the original mat, full-sized spare, and a complete jack assembly. You will note that the quarter panels are untouched and the factory spot welds are still clearly visible on the trunk floor. This has NEVER been a rusty car.

The fifth digit in the VIN is a K, which means a 289 cubic inch V8 with a 4-barrel carburetor lives under the hood. It’s not the legendary K-code that would be introduced in Mustangs in 1965, but rather what would become the A-code engine with 225 horsepower on tap. It is the car’s original engine and in the lightweight Comet, performance is extremely impressive. The engine bay is nicely detailed with correct black engine enamel and gold tinwork, along with reproduction decals and a fresh tune-up using Motorcraft parts. Turn the key and it fires easily and idles well, offering a nice V8 burble from the twin tailpipes and a bit of a surprising attitude for such a low-key little car. It’s also happy to trundle around town where the power steering makes it a breeze to handle, and it never gets hot or fussy under any condition. There’s a big swell of torque at almost any speed and the C4 3-speed automatic transmission is always ready with a quick downshift to really make this little ragtop fly. I bet you’ll be surprised (and pleased!) with the way this one runs!

The undercarriage bears out the car’s low mileage and winter-free history because it’s extremely clean. No undercoating to hide any details, although at some point it was sprayed satin black over the original red oxide primer. The floors are crisp and solid, all the chassis reinforcements are in place, and factory spot welds are clearly visible on the rockers. The transmission was rebuilt just last year, there are newer shocks all around, the brakes were recently serviced, and the exhaust system is only a few years old and sounds great. That fantastic ride quality is likely helped by those recent 195/75/14 whitewall radials that look a great deal like vintage bias-plys.

This car includes plenty of documentation, including a shop manual, service receipts, club publications, and other interesting papers. It also comes with a matching set of fender skirts that are ready to install if you like the look.

The preservation is extremely impressive, but we like how it drives even more. This is one of those unusual finds that over-delivers on the promises made by its appearance. Fast, comfortable, and inexpensive to maintain, it’s a great hobby car for the guy who wants something a little out of the ordinary. Call today!

For more details and 100 photos, please visit www.HarwoodMotors.com

Vehicle Details

  • 1964 Mercury Comet Caliente
  • Listing ID: CC-1158012
  • Price: $27,900
  • Location:Macedonia, Ohio
  • Year:1964
  • Make:Mercury
  • Model:Comet Caliente
  • Exterior Color:Silver Turquoise
  • Interior Color:Turquoise
  • Transmission:Automatic
  • Engine Size:V-8
  • Odometer:61573
  • Convertible:Yes
  • Stock Number:115156
  • Trim Level:V8 Convertible
  • VIN:4H25K565720
  • Title Status:Clear
  • Restoration History:Partially Restored
  • Exterior Condition:Excellent
  • Seat Material:Vinyl
  • AM Radio:Yes
  • Power Steering:Yes
  • Engine History:Original
  • Engine Condition:Running
  • Drive Train:Rear-wheel drive
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