Both 1949-1951 Ford and Mercury products have long been excellent
fodder for street rods. These lead sleds still stand today as not
only a nod to a time when these were more sought after than a
muscle car, but also as one of the most timeless designs ever
produced by a manufacturer. This Mercury has been done up right
with lots of useful and tasteful modifications, and has been built
in true street rod fashion.
Under the hood sits the iconic Chevrolet 350 V8 that according to
the suffix code is a L82 4-bolt main. This may not appeal to
purists, but that's kind of not the point of this car. It has been
built just as if it was customized "back in the day." The top has
been chopped just enough to give it that sleek, aerodynamic look
that rodded Mercs are known for. The paint is in great shape
especially when you consider this car was built as you see it today
approximately 16 years ago. The flames you see are painted on as
they should be, not stickers. This car has clean lines and is
really the definition of an old school street rod.
You can easily swap between the '90s street rod look and '50s lead
sled look by changing from the nice Cragar wheels to the steel
wheels with wide white wall tires that are included with the sale.
Couple those white walls with the fiberglass fender skirts (also
included) and you'll have yourself a proper sled! The lights have
been frenched, again in true '50s style. Additionally, the power
antenna has been recessed into the quarterpanel and a modern-style
gas filler door has been seamlessly integrated into the other. The
look is completed by a louvered hood and shaved door handles. There
are electric poppers for the doors and there is a hidden mechanical
popper for the trunk. Everywhere you look you can clearly tell
someone put some serious time into this ride!
Step inside and the theme continues; everything about this car has
been done to mimic the style of 1950s lead sleds while adding
beneficial modern improvements. Every modification this car has
could be considered tasteful. The gauge cluster is a full set of
vintage-looking Autometer gauges and the radio is a Kenwood unit
that plays your cruising tunes through a set of Pioneer speakers.
The classic '50s-style Grant steering wheel really looks nice! The
steering column is a GM unit out of a Pontiac equipped with a
locking collar that acts as a hidden kill-switch. A quick twist of
this column disables the car! It's simple, sneaky, and most would
never find it.
The seats are custom vinyl power seats that are multi-directionally
adjustable. This Mercury has been retrofitted with more modern heat
and A/C controls and vents. Not only does this system blow strong,
the heat is hot and the A/C is cold. The red and white interior
color combination perfectly complements the exterior.
Underneath, the addition of a new front subframe adds the benefits
of power steering and power disc brakes, as well as front coil
springs and shocks. Overall, it is very apparent that this is a
well put together rod that is the product of a carefully planned
and executed build process. This would be a great cruiser around
town or even on longer trips; the owner has driven it to Tennessee
before! If you're hurting for a lead sled chariot, stop by and
check this '50 Merc out.
Contact Shelton Classics & Performance at 704-663-0432 or
[email protected] for more information
Title: CLEAN
DOES IT WORK?
Air Conditioning YES
Heater YES
Speedometer YES
Oil PSI Gauge/Light YES
Temperature Gauge/Light YES
Fuel Gauge YES
Tachometer N/A
Wipers N/A
Horn YES, Button on Dash
Radio NO
Headlights YES
Tail Lights YES
Brake Lights YES
Reverse Lights N/A
Turn Signals YES
Emergency Brake YES
Keys - Ignition YES, Door Popper YES
Runs & Drives YES
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