Mercury

A Different Fox Body: 1985 Mercury Capri RS 5.0

More often than not, it seems like when you hear someone in the car circuit talking about Fox bodies, they’re usually referring to the third-generation Ford Mustang.  But also back in ’79, the Mercury Capri lost its European styling… more»

EFI Turbo V8! 1981 Mercury Zephyr

Defined as “a gentle, mild breeze,” the word zephyr has adorned trains, V12 luxury sedans, and Mercury’s 1978 through 1983 offering seen here. This 1981 Mercury Zephyr in Colorado Springs, Colorado uses a VS Racing 7875 turbo to blow… more»

Supercharged Six: 1990 Mercury Cougar XR7

When Mercury introduced its Seventh Generation Cougar in 1989, buyers weren’t aware of its significance. It represented the final rear-drive variant, with the Eighth (and last) Generation migrating to a front-wheel-drive configuration. Those seeking extra performance could order their… more»

Stealthy Upgrades! 1968 Mercury Cougar

Wide tires, lowered stance, and a matte black shaker hood mark a mere sample of the purposeful modifications on this 1968 Mercury Cougar. Anyone suspecting a tired stock 302 powers this Williamsport, Pennsylvania Cougar would be only partially correct…. more»

Used and Abused: 1953 Mercury Monterey Hardtop

When a seller uses the term “used and might of been abused just a little” in their classic car advertisement, you know you are dealing with a car requiring plenty of TLC. Such is the case with this 1953… more»

Continental Kit! 1958 Mercury Monterey

The 1958 model year was not a good one for the automobile industry. The U.S. was amid an economic recession that would put a big dent in car sales. Mercury suffered more than most, seeing a decline of 53%,… more»

Youstabee! 1969 Mercury Cyclone CJ 4-Speed

I’ve had a Mercury jones thing going on lately, having covered a 1946 Sedan-Coupe and a 1960 Commuter station wagon. Let’s continue the trend with this 1969 Mercury Cyclone CJ find courtesy of Larry D. The Big M built… more»

South Of The Border Edition: 1946 Mercury

A few months back, I wrote a post on a “North of the Border” 1946 Mercury truck discovery. Well, today I’m going to cover a “South of the Border” find that’s also a ’46 Mercury but this time it’s… more»

428 V8 Four-Speed! 1966 Mercury S-55 Convertible

Mercury’s S-range cars were introduced in 1962, and its S-55 was a performance model related to the Maurader. They were similar to the Ford Galaxie 500XL and a perimeter frame allowed a lower height, and some would say better… more»

One-Owner Survivor: 1969 Mercury Marauder

After a three-year break, Mercury reintroduced the Marauder as a Second Generation personal luxury car in 1969. It shared many design attributes with its cousins from Ford, but it disappeared from showrooms again after a mere two years. Our… more»

1 of 353: 1971 Mercury Cyclone Spoiler

The Cyclone was Mercury’s mid-size muscle car in the late 1960s and early 1970s. It began as a compact in 1964 and was promoted to an intermediate in 1968. Demand would quickly dissipate when higher insurance rates would suppress… more»

17K Original Miles: 1988 Mercury Cougar XR7

The Mercury Cougar of the 1980s was an interesting specimen, just like its badge-engineered sibling, the Lincoln Mark VII. Both of these cars featured bulbous bodywork over luxurious interiors while purporting to be a crossover of sport and luxury…. more»

Modified Running Project: 1957 Mercury Monterey

Mercury’s automobiles were all new for 1957 and – for the first time – the brand had bodies that were not shared with any Fords or Lincolns. In the process, they eliminated an entry-level model, meaning that “minimum”’ Mercurys… more»

Oddball Assortment: Mercury Capri Collection

The Mercury Capri is one of those cars that seemingly had the hallmarks for becoming an enthusiast favorite but never quite ascended beyond mild cult status. Intended to become a formidable opponent to the Mazda Miata, it had the… more»

390 Z-Code! 1964 Mercury Park Lane Super Marauder

The Park Lane made its debut in the Mercury showrooms for the 1958 model year, and it filled the bill as a premium offering for the automaker.  The first-generation cars only lasted until 1960, but it was then re-introduced… more»

Unrestored Survivor: 1978 Mercury Cougar XR-7

While the original Mercury Cougar shared its underpinnings with Ford’s Mustang, the two companies pursued different paths through the 1970s. While it seemed incomprehensible, Mercury hit the sweet spot in 1978, with the Cougar easily outselling the Mustang. Such… more»

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