Vehicle Description
Cool Mercury resto-mod. Clean, factory-correct look on the outside,
small block Chevy V8, automatic, A/C, power steering, power disc
brakes, upgraded radio, and power windows inside. Runs and drives
great, ready to cruise! At a glance, this Merc looks very much like
it might have back in the mid-50s when it was Ford's most stylish
coupe. The color is pretty close to the factory's Bloomfield Green
and the white top is an excellent touch. Finish quality on this
resto-mod is very good, and despite it being an older build that
probably has nearly two decades behind it, the finish shines up
beautifully and shows very few signs of age or use. It isn't
perfect, but there are no major issues that stand out. Having good
base stock probably helps, and it appears that they started with a
good car, so the doors fit will, the trim lines up like it should,
and the shine on the paint is quite appropriate. Of course, all the
stainless and chrome was either restored or replaced and remains in
great shape, including the unique hood scoop and bright trim along
the flanks. Inside there are notable upgrades to enhance cruising
comfort, starting with comfortable green and white vinyl upholstery
done in traditional pleats. It's bright and clean and new foam
underneath means the seats are firm and supportive for all day
drives. It also features matching carpets and custom door panels
that add a bit of '50s flair to the interior. The dash has been
subtly modified to handle a late-model GM tilt/telescope steering
column and aftermarket gauges in the dash, but it feels familiar
the moment you slide behind the wheel. Upgrades include power
windows, effective A/C in an under-dash unit, and a trick floor
shifter that lends a retro touch. A full set of aftermarket gauges
monitors the engine's vitals and the radio has been upgraded to FM
reception and still uses the factory center speaker. Nice! The
trunk has been custom upholstered to match and is still big enough
for all your gear, making this car great for road trips. Ford's
Y-block V8 was the big news in 1954, but this car was built to be
easy to service and reliable to drive, so there's now a
great-running 305 cubic inch Chevy V8 in its place. Topped by an
Edelbrock carburetor and intake manifold and very nicely detailed,
it's a smooth runner that's got a reputation for bulletproof
reliability. This one always starts easily, idles nicely, and pulls
the big coupe around with effortless ease. Lots of recent service
work means it's ready to travel, and the modern support staff
around it (alternator, A/C compressor, dual master cylinder, HEI
ignition) all help with both reliability and easy service in the
future. Some chrome dress-up, a red engine block, and professional
workmanship make this an engine bay that looks like someone really
cared about doing the job right. You may also notice the late-model
A-arms poking through the inner fenders, as this car has a GM front
clip that brings modern power steering and power disc brakes to the
party. It also gives the car great ride quality and the perfect
stance, which didn't happen by accident. The engine is backed by a
TH350 3-speed automatic transmission feeding what appears to be the
original rear end, which rides on stock springs with lowering
blocks so it sits just right. A custom dual exhaust system sounds
suitably throaty without being annoying on the road and you'll be
pleasantly surprised by how clean the floors are. Original steel
wheels were painted red for a little flash and are fitted with
205/75/15 whitewall radials and factory hubcaps. A set of matching
fender skirts is included with the car. So here it is, the car that
looks vintage and drives modern with all the comfort and
convenience features you want. No excuses, no wishing for something
that isn't there, just a handsome, unusual Merc hardtop that drives
even better than it looks. The price is a fraction of the build
cost and you can get in and enjoy it immediately without a second
thought. If you're a driver, that's really all that matters. Call
now! Harwood Motors always recommends and welcomes personal or
professional inspections of any vehicle in our inventory prior to
purchase.
