For Sale: 1968 Mercury Monterey in La Verne, California

1968 MERCURY MONTEREY CONVERTIBLE CUSTOM This stunning 1968 Mercury Monterey has been customized, giving it exciting performance and exceptional appearance. The project began with a focus on enhancing performance, handling and retaining the classic graceful lines and creating an ultra comfortable "cockpit" for driver and passengers. Drive train is sourced from Lincoln with a 460ci 365hp big block topped with Ford Racing inscribed aluminum valve covers, a new Holley Model 4160, 750cfm 4bbl dual inlet carburetor on an Edelbrock Performer 460 intake. Exhaust is gated through aluminized exhaust manifold to the dual Flowmaster mufflers and tips. Driving is enhanced with power steering and power disc brakes. The engine bay is nicely detailed. The interior Ivory color high back bucket seats and center console are sourced from 1969 Marauder. The dash features a minimalist design with speedometer and fuel gauge set in an attractive wood trimmed surround. An auxiliary coolant temperature gauge sits below the dash. The dash, center console and door knobs are likewise trimmed in the wood highlights. The custom installed Alpine AM/FM/CD/Pandora stereo with remote sits within the stock mount location. Auxiliary speakers are positioned throughout the interior. Steering wheel is 4 spoke wood with chrome accent center horn button. The exterior is expertly finished in a custom blend, resulting in this laser straight "copper" that glistens in the sun. The tan power assisted top is unblemished and is powered with a rebuilt power motor. A convertible boot cover matching the interior as well as a fitted car cover is included. All chrome is newly plated or polished to a bright shine. All glass is clear and undamaged. The chrome spoke wheels are 17" Voxx "Old School Torque Thrust" style mounted with Fuzion 245/45/R17 tires. A remote with door poppers and alarm secures the investment. Extensive receipts detailing miscellaneous new parts and work performed accompany the sale. ***If you are viewing this on Facebook Marketplace, be sure to visit our website to view all photos. (www.amclassiccars.com)*** GIVE US A CALL @ 909-596-5700 WITH ANY QUESTIONS THAT YOU MAY HAVE. OUR BUSINESS HOURS: MONDAY-FRIDAY 9AM-5PM