Vehicle Description
With an impactful yet understated appearance and a potent engine
anchoring its drivetrain, this 2003 Mercury Marauder is a
tastefully unique take on the American full-sized car that's in
clean condition and ready to add some pep to its next lucky owner's
driving routine.
While at close range you can see some subtle signs of the passing
years on this Mercury's exterior, this remains a sharp looking
ride. You won't find many (if any) like it during the course of
your travels, and for good reason - it's part of a very select
group, as only about 300 of its kind left the assembly line dressed
in its signature dark blue shade. The Marauder name had graced a
couple of Mercury models quite some time ago, but there was an
unusually long 33 year hiatus before it was revived as its
manufacturer sought to create a potent full size ride with plenty
of accommodations for passengers, but with a more aggressive
overall presence to better reflect its performance abilities. The
Marauder's relatively low stance and overall monochromatic
appearance show the effectiveness of Mercury's efforts - the car
has an innate, Secret Service-esque gravity to it. The added
color-matched and de-badged front grille adds even more distinction
to this Mercury's appearance without going too far, aesthetically
speaking.
Plenty of interior room and a strong array of great comfort
features make this interior plenty inviting. While you'll find
evidence of wear on both the light gray leather front buckets and
rear bench, rest assured that these accommodations are plenty road
ready just as they stand - there aren't any serious issues to be
found inside the doors and this interior's overall comfort is still
very much intact. The array of white-faced factory gauges in the
instrument cluster still function as intended and are joined by
aftermarket AutoMeter displays above the center console. Post-2000
cars generally have a decided advantage over their predecessors in
the features department, and this Marauder is no exception, as it
comes with power windows and door locks, power heated seats, cruise
control and remote-opening doors to go along with air conditioning
that's in fine form. You'll have no shortage of options at your
disposal while behind the wheel, as the featured AM/FM/CD stereo
also offers cassette and iPod compatibility. The gray-lined trunk
area is also nice and tidy, securely harboring a spare tire on its
shelf that's wearing a branded cover.
The fuel injected 4.6 liter DOHC V8 you'll find under the hood is a
fine representative of the same engine species also found in the
Ford Mustang Mach I during this era. It's a potent powerplant, good
for more than 300 horsepower and running in top form, and it teams
with a smooth shifting 4-speed automatic transmission that shifts
flawlessly while offering an overdrive gear for low RPM cruising at
highway speeds. Outfitted with power disc brakes on all four
corners, this Marauder can also stop as impressively as it
accelerates. Smooth and responsive power steering makes this
stylish post millennial sedan easy to maneuver as it rides on its
set of factory-issue 18" wheels that are wrapped with Goodyear
Eagle RS-A tires that still show plenty of tread.
Searching for a cool ride that combines full-size luxury with an
eye-catching look and plenty of power? You really need to check out
this 2003 Mercury Marauder. Call today!
