Vehicle Description
It's hard not to get excited about a short run of a full-size
performance machine that combines a historical name with a modern
fuel-injected V8. So dig into all the details on this loaded 2004
Mercury Marauder with a mean full dark style.
With a name like Marauder, you want it finished in black. This is
the factory-correct color, which is always desirable, but there's
also much more that has your eye. Mercury knew how to give its
sedan a full midnight package makeover. This includes the blackout
grille, black background headlights, and a rear light package
tinted as dark as the law would allow. Other speedy details include
the special rear spoiler, smooth front bumper with integrated fog
lights, and large dual exhaust tips. Plus, those 18-inch alloys
stand out nicely in this dark package. The odometer is believed to
reflect the full actual mileage, so this one has been driven and
enjoyed... but driving it is your plan for this one, too. The
attraction is that you have a large modern classic sedan that
retains the crisp/clean style that shows it remains in charge. And
while there will always be a comparison to this sedan's historic
rival, the Chevy Impala SS, the GM car can't touch this one's
rarity. In its two-year run, Chevrolet sold more black 1996 Impala
SS sedans than Mercury-made Marauders IN TOTAL. So while we think
the Chevys are a rare and valuable treat, this muscle Mercury sedan
has truly solidified its reputation for rarity/collectability.
The big imposing look is part of the Marauder's appeal, and that
also means you have a full-size interior. This gives you a
practical modern classic that can carry the whole family. The
Marauder was expensive when new, and so these were bought by people
who knew how to respect something special. That's why the leather
upholstery still feels so nice. And this also was loaded with the
best features, including power windows, power locks, keyless
entry/alarm, cruise control, dual airbags, and automatic A/C
climate control. It's made to be an excellent driver with power
front seats, power-adjustable pedals, white-faced gauges, a tilt
steering column, and the center console with factory-installed
AutoMeter Pro-Comp readouts.
The reason why the Marauder was able to be such a powerful force is
that it came about in the era of Ford's excellent 4.6-liter modular
V8. This received the four-valve DOHC version, which gave this the
same fuel-injected power as the contemporary 300+ hp Ford Mustang
Mach 1. The suspension was upgraded utilizing components from
Ford's Crown Vic police program, including four-wheel disc brakes
and sway bars front & rear. So this one knows how to handle its
size. But for those times when you want to cruise, features like
the power steering and the four-speed automatic transmission with
overdrive make this a fine road trip machine, too.
Complete with the owner's manual packet. This has the look, power,
and rarity we all want in an instant classic. So don't let this
affordable black Marauder slip away. Call now!
