Vehicle Description
1988 Tiffany Classic Coupe
1986 Tiffany, the Epitome of the Neo-Classic motor car. This
spectacular car was built in Florida by the Classic Motor Carriage
Company. Utilizing a new Mercury Cougar chassis and frame,
fiberglass body panel components were attached to create a look
that was much like the very expensive cars of the 1930's with open
headlights attached to curving fenders that had spare tires nestled
into them. Also, long hoods with flexible exhaust piping snaking
out of them, to a rear mounted trunk strapped on with original
leather belting. It was all about the replicated look, but with
modern amenities.
This long hooded classic from 1938...AHEM!! I mean 1988, with all
the fixings is here at Classic Auto Mall ready to whisk you to the
country club for that round of golf with Al Czervick, and Judge
Smails, or dinner at the Fedora Lounge with the Mrs. as they
say.
Exterior
Bathed in Snow White paint from tip to toe, and then put on enough
chrome accoutrements to make Google proud, this Tiffany presents
very nicely, and has amazingly low title verified miles, 18,922 to
be exact. From its swept back 1930's style grille which is flanked
by open headlights which organically grow from the fenders, and 4,
count em, 4 trumpeting horns, which will have all the lessers
scattering out of your way when you hit it! Stepping up on the side
running boards, a large single door for each side offers easy
access for the driver and his passenger. A landau style top in
brown vinyl covers the rearmost section of the roof and has
carriage lights attached to each side of the B pillar, and the
cabin abruptly ends in a spacious actual trunk. By actual trunk I
mean an actual trunk with leather belts strapping it on,
(supposedly), to the rear of the car. Nice dual bar chrome bumpers
undulate on the bow and stern of this car. Deep dish chrome wire
spoke wheels keep this long luxurious skate grounded and are
wrapped by thin whitewalls in 215/75R15 format.
Interior
Inside we are met with door panels, front buckets, and a rear bench
with a console and padded armrest all clad in soothing brown cloth
and vinyl. Many buttons and toggles to keep the passengers busy
with electric power windows, mirrors, and seat controls. The dash
presents in digital form with digital speedo readout, gauges, and a
climate control center...all 7 segment digital readouts, with a
green glow. On the floor we see it flooded with brown color
carpeting in nice condition, and up high is a headliner that has
nary a mark on it.
Drivetrain
But your favorite mainstream piece is found under the
classically-styled hood. That's Ford's trusty 5.0-liter
fuel-injected V8 providing all the power. This one appears quite
stock, which is something we always like to see. But before you get
too wild, just know that this V8 already runs smoothly, and it's
backed up by the right components like a 4-speed automatic AOD
transmission and a Ford 8.8" rear axle.
Undercarriage
Minor surface rust is noted on the frame, but it remains
structurally sound. Typical of steel and undercarriage wear and
tear from 1988 and being in the elements, however really
unremarkable. Floorpans, and toe kicks are rust free, and all
original. Rockers are strong and the body hangs straight and true
from the frame. Power disc brakes are attached to the independent
coil spring front suspension and in the back power drums are noted
along with a 4 link and coil spring arrangement.
Drive-Ability
I called up my crack decoder and informed him I would be in early
to take in the sights and sounds of Morgantown from the back seat
of this fiberglass and steel symbol of excess. Arrive I did in my
"asbestos" suit, (thanks to The Stooges), actually I wore my khakis
and a wonderful knit sweater, but I digress...After a quick climb
into the back seat my cohort shut the door as any good
chauffeurshould, then hopped behind the wheel and brought the car
to life. On our test track the car performed well with adequate
acceleration, bias free braking and competent for its size
handling. The amount of looks we drew from passersby could rival
that of my time behind the wheel of an Isetta. All in all a
wonderful classy cruiser with all functions operating as they
should with the exception of the AC blowing warm.
We can jest tongue in cheek for a while, however really the concept
of an older looking car with modern power conveniences is shades of
an early "resto-mod"? Think about it and it makes sense. Think
about this and it will make you seem RICH! Look! It's an Excalibur,
No! It's A Zimmer! NO... It's a Tiffany.... baby!
1MEBM60F5JH629002
1-USA
M-Mercury
E-Passenger Car
B-Manual Belts
M60-Cougar LS
F-5.0 Liter V8
5-Check Digit
J-1988
H-Lorain, OH Assy Plant
629002-Sequential Unit Number
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 850 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display. This vehicle is located in our
showroom in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, conveniently located just
1-hour west of Philadelphia on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The
website is www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888)
227-0914. Please contact us anytime for more information or to come
see the vehicle in person.
