This was the most expensive Mercury in 1951. We have maintenance
records going all the way back to 1989. It was living in California
when the owner of 25 years sold it to a gentleman in Arizona. What
a fun car to own. It immediately makes me think of the Beach Boys,
surfboards, and sandy beaches.
EXTERIOR: The metal is rust free, no bubbles or damage. It's
straight and painted smooth and glossy. The wood also appears to be
solid and in very good shape. Straight original chrome. It is
rolling on radial white wall tires.
INTERIOR: It has three row seating; the seats are completely
recushioned and upholstered. The headliner and visors were redone.
The rubber mat on the floor is in excellent shape. The wood side
panels have been refinished glossy. The metal trim has the wood
grain painted on, it's in good original shape. The dash area is
good original.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT: Smooth running flathead V8 with a set of
vintage headers. The previous owner had it serviced including
rebuilding the generator. The radiator and chrome hoses were
replaced. Everything looks clean and proper.
TRUNK COMPARTMENT: The tailgate opens very smoothly and easily. It
is counter balanced very well considering there's a spare tire
mounted to it. Inside is wood and chrome is great shape.
UNDERSIDE: Appears to be rock solid. Underneath the floors and
frame are clean. We have years of maintenance records so
mechanically it's been taken care of as needed. Independent
suspension in front. Drum brakes at all four wheels, the e-brake
assembly is hooked up. Looking up at the motor it's clean, not
greasy. It's a 3-speed manual transmission with the optional
overdrive. 15 years ago, the transmission was overhauled and the
clutch replaced. A new drive shaft was made.
SERVICE: We inspected the car and repaired the turn signals replace
the lens
CONCLUSION: This is a very solid and honest car. Not perfect but
it's a good one!
I, Jay Grams, take pride in personally writing the descriptions for
virtually every car for about the last 30 years now. A significant
amount of effort goes into fact checking. What I am offering is my
professional impression of the vehicle. Our salesmen are happy to
assist with descriptions and making sure your questions are
answered. One great suggestion is letting us do a walk around video
that explains the car's condition in detail. **These cars are
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Radial whitewalls
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