Vehicle Description
With its sought-after style and added hot rod flair, this 1951
Mercury Monterey is a distinct and attention-grabbing V8 cruiser
you're going to love.
Mercurys just seem to always get noticed. As the premium end of
Ford's lineup, these coupes had the kind of style that makes them
ultra-desirable on the custom car scene. This one seems to get the
mix right where you can instantly see there was an investment in
uniqueness, but it also retains all the right vintage style. The
best place to see it is on the front bumper. It's a true chrome
king with a double-hump style the incorporates the grille. There's
even a jet-inspired overriders leading the way. It's all
mirror-like, so the ladies will use it to check their makeup. And
the sleek black paint of the body really knows how to add extra
emphasis to the full brightwork package. There's plenty of classic
style in the fender skirts and black vinyl roof. This is joined by
custom elements like the color-matched sun visor, dual spotlights,
tinted windows, dual exhaust tips, and smoothie wheels wide
whitewalls.
Just like the exterior, the interior has the right classic style
mixed with cool upgrades. You instantly recognize this the moment
you open the door and see the red upholstery radiating from within.
The cloth is both bold and comfy. It's not only vibrant on the two
rows of bench seats, but also the door panels, headliner, and floor
mats. But while the color is upgraded, they kept the awesome
vintage look of the classic steering wheel and art deco dash. Even
elements like the classic AM radio and heater remain in place to
complete the display. So you get the right mix of boldness,
comfort, and nostalgia.
But for this car's boldest touch, you need to lift the hood. The
golden block radiating within the dark engine bay is there to make
sure people really see you've got an upgrade in here. After all,
there's nothing wrong with a Flathead V8, but Ford's later 430
cubic-inch big block is the kind of motor we absolutely love. That
air grabber announces there's a serious power upgrade here, and
yet, it still feels right because this was an optional V8 in later
Mercury coupes. This even has the right features, like a
four-barrel carburetor to let the motor inhale deeply, and there's
an aluminum radiator to help keep it all running cool. It has the
right cruising attitude with features like the automatic
transmission and upgraded power brakes with front discs. And the
newer dual exhaust gives off the right V8 tune.
Complete with owner's manual, this is the distinctive classic
that's a great balance of vintage and custom. That makes for an
irresistible icon. Call today!!!