Vehicle Description
Mercury was the kind of brand that offered premium distinction, and
this 1961 Mercury Monterey is the exact kind of car that proves it.
With big V8 power, a cool color theme, and distinct features (like
real Cragar wire wheels), this is a nice classic offered for a
value price.
The Monterey was new for 1961, and there was plenty of
Lincoln-level style in the design. It could have been a cousin to
the Continental with its quad headlights, beautiful wraparound
chrome front bumper, and full-length trim that crisply defined the
profile. Plus, the rear design with the hint of tailfin and
artfully done tail lights wouldn't have looked out of place as the
rival Cadillac! The light green paint is an update later in life,
and it has the glossy look of a quality application. The addition
of the white roof gives this an added degree of sophistication
while also drawing extra attention to the formal look of the
hardtop. And the Cragar Star Wire wheels give the coupe even more
distinction without losing any period-correct feel.
The full turquoise interior feels like a harmonizing color with the
exterior green. The feeling inside is all about vintage
authenticity. And in a full-size Mercury like this, that means
plenty of room for people to spread out over two wide bench seats.
And if your passengers love vintage details as much as you do,
they'll be pointing out everything from the cool/correct Mercury
logo floor mat to the AM radio that's there for display. Also, a
very cool touch is the classic Polaraire air conditioning system
that's now set up to run on modern R134a refrigerant (it likely
just needs a recharge to blow ideally cold again.) And you'll love
sitting in the driver's seat, getting the classic feel of the
steering wheel, and gazing across the stylized brightwork of the
dash.
Under the hood is the correct X-code 352 cubic-inch V8 motor. The
engine bay presents exceptionally well with the blue valve covers
and air cleaner looking so distinct against the tidy black setup.
Not only does the V8 look good, but it also fires up with the
eagerness of a well-respected motor. Having a Monterey like this is
about reconnecting with a time when dad let you borrow his car for
a big date, or you snuck it out so you and all your friends could
have the ultimate Friday night in one car. And if you're too young
for that, here's the perfect machine to make memories like this.
That's because with a three-speed automatic transmission, power
steering, power brakes, and a suspension that will keep you
floating down the road, this Mercury is the ideal cruising
coupe.
Complete with owner's manual this is all the best nostalgia on
wheels. So don't let this fun and distinct Monterey go into someone
else's garage. Call today!!!
