Vehicle Description
A rare classic drop-top with low production numbers, plenty of
originality, and its correct-style F-code 260 V8... 1964 Mercury
Comet Caliente Convertible is quite desirable even before you look
at the shining paint and solid investment that make it a terrific
cruiser.
This Mercury has true rarity on its side. The upper-trim Caliente
was the only way to get a drop-top Comet, and there were only about
9k produced. That's quite impressive considering how many more
mainstream Mustangs were produced in 1964, and they weren't even
available for the full model year. This one is even more distinct
because it seems to have been out of public view for a while, and
it was properly resurrected from an estate sale. So there's a
preserved originality in details like the wire wheel covers, wide
chrome pumpers, and premium Lincoln-like front end. Plus, the Comet
Caliente really knew how to be impressive. The sheet metal has a
sweeping line stamped into the profile, and the three-element
taillight panel is pure '60s cool. The factory-correct Polar White
was given a professional respray during its lifetime, and so it
radiates nicely on this convertible. And when you do have the power
top raised in place, the clean look and taut fit uphold the premium
Mercury style.
The Caliente earns its name with a red-hot interior. The trim tag
tells us this is the factory-correct color combo, and so you just
know this one has looked terrific with the top down since day one.
It's very stock and clean where any updates were done with the
correct pieces, including the newer carpeting. This has some
classic premium details, like the color-matched convertible boot,
the AM radio for a display, and the intricate stock steering wheel
with the Mercury logo at the center. But the little things like the
added engine temp gauge are also a reminder that this classic likes
to be a proper cruiser today. Plus, bucket seats with a center
console in-between are always a desirable driver's feature.
The reason why we can compare a Comet to a Mustang is that they
both had the 260 cubic-inch V8 offered this year. And so it's great
to see this displacement still under the hood today. It has a very
original look to the bold blue block and the matching valve covers
and air cleaner. But this was also properly resurrected from its
slumber. That means newer investments in key areas like the
carburetor, hoses, water pump, fuel pump, and an aluminum radiator.
And the investments don't stop at the motor. There are also newer
shocks, lower front control arms, ball joints, braking system, and
tires. Add in power steering and a three-speed automotive
transmission, and you have quite a solid drop-top cruiser.
A rare drop-top American classic presented with both style and
substance... oh yes, this Comet Caliente Convertible is one hot
deal. Call today!!!
