The Mercury Capri is a rare beast these days, as this mildly disguised Mustang wasn’t a big seller when new. Finding one with the 5.0L V8 and a 5-speed isn’t exactly easy, so spotting one like this clean 1985… more»
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Upscale Pinto: 1980 Mercury Bobcat
Seeing the success Ford was having with the 1971 subcompact Pinto, Mercury lobbied for its own version of the car. That wouldn’t come about until 1974 in Canada and the U.S. in 1975. The new Bobcat was a badge-engineered… more»
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LPG Conversion: 1963 Mercury Monterey S-55
This 1963 Mercury Monterey S-55 is a tidy classic with only minor cosmetic needs. It features a 390ci V8 under the hood and the distinctive power “Breezeway” back window. The LPG conversion adds versatility, and I must say a… more»
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37k Original Miles? 1963 Mercury Meteor
This 1963 Mercury Meteor makes a striking first impression. The paint combination is extremely attractive, and its initial appearance makes the seller’s claim that it has a genuine 37,000 miles on the clock seem plausible. The seller has been… more»
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41k-Mile Survivor? 1975 Mercury Comet
Ford launched the Maverick compact in 1970, and it would go on to be the company’s biggest sales hit since the 1965 Mustang. It was a simple car whose construction was similar to that “pony car” and the Falcon…. more»
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Custom Chameleon Paint: 1977 Mercury Grand Marquis
Even if it were bone-stock outside, this 1977 Mercury Grand Marquis would likely be a real head-turner, as it exemplifies everything a personal luxury coupe should be from this bygone era. However, this one’s received a few custom touches… more»
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Really Cheap Wheels! 1999 Mercury Sable LS
For 20 years, between 1986 and 2005, the Sable was Mercury’s counterpart to the popular Ford Taurus. During the third generation (1996-99), the Sable copied the “oval” design of about everything about the other car, also to the Taurus…. more»
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Upgraded 390: 1964 Mercury Marauder
I tend to treat the modern automotive industry quite harshly. Vehicle styling has become more generic than at any time in motoring history, while car companies focus intensely on electronic technology for in-car entertainment and to prevent drivers from… more»
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Buy 1, Get 3! 1967 Mercury Marquis Trio
The Marquis nameplate was new at Mercury in 1967. It would be a fixture for two decades, standing for luxury (and sometimes performance). In 1967, it was only offered as a 2-door hardtop with a formal roofline. The seller… more»
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No Reserve: 49k Mile 1967 Mercury Cougar
It’s interesting how some classics make an unforgettable first impression. I clearly remember the first time I saw a 1967 Mercury Cougar, because I was immediately drawn to its front styling with concealed headlamps. This Cougar features that styling… more»
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Abandoned in Texas: Tom Mitchell Collection
Urban explorers tend to trigger one of two reactions: you either love them or can’t stand them. With the line between trespassing and providing insight into parts of America most of us never see being very blurry at times,… more»
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Colony Park Classic: 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis
Should you ever buy a car just to take a fantastic road trip on the return leg? This is a personal fantasy of mine, especially for the right sports car or grand tourer. Looking at the location of this… more»
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3,240 Original Miles: 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis
It’s amazing that time capsule cars still exist in any form, but especially when those delivery-only miles are found on a completely ordinary car. Sure, low miles on a supercar or a luxury vehicle left at a second home… more»
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Breezeway Duo: Pair of 1963 Mercury Montereys
The “Breezeway” roof was a styling and convenience fixture on Mercury and Lincoln automobiles between 1957 and 1968. Available on sedans and hardtops, the Breezeway was a reverse-slanted rear window that would go up and down to provide greater… more»
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BF Auction: 1968 Mercury Cougar XR-7
Some cars carry their history with them, not just in paperwork but in how carefully they’ve been treated over the decades. This 1968 Mercury Cougar XR-7—now listed as a Barn Finds Auction—has that kind of story. It shows around… more»
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Documented Survivor: 1968 Mercury Cyclone GT
Sometimes a car comes along that feels like a time capsule more than a project, and this 1968 Mercury Cyclone GT—now listed here on eBay—fits that description. The seller calls it a documented original survivor, powered by its 390ci… more»
