Mercury joined the pony car party in 1967 with its Cougar range. It did so against initial misgivings from within Ford’s Upper Management. However, it proved a wise decision, with the badge accounting for over 42% of the marque’s… more»
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Jun 8, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Needs Finishing: 1954 Mercury Monterey Sun Valley
Many enthusiasts avoid tackling another person’s unfinished project build. There is always a lingering doubt that doing so may open a can of worms. However, when it is a car like this 1954 Mercury Sun Valley, it is a… more»
May 22, 2024 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Hideaway Rear Window! 1963 Mercury Monterrey Breezeway
If you wanted fresh air in your ride back in the day, you could have bought a convertible or a retractable hardtop. And maybe a car with T-Tops a little later on. Or there was the unique Breezeway, a… more»
May 21, 2024 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Rare Houndstooth Edition: 1970 Mercury Cougar
Special Editions are nothing new to the automotive world and, thanks to early coachbuilding practices, are almost as old as the car itself. Manufacturers typically delve into their Parts Bins for a selection of components and trim pieces to… more»
May 21, 2024 • For Sale • 41 Comments
36k Original Miles: 1966 Mercury Park Lane
Classics with a known history always attract attention, but their impact is heightened if they present well and fall into the affordable category. Those words perfectly describe this 1966 Mercury Park Lane. It is a two-owner survivor that is… more»
May 20, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Fresh Paint: 1969 Mercury Cougar
Flexibility can sometimes be the difference between success and failure when selling a classic car. The owner of this 1969 Mercury Cougar demonstrates this trait. It is currently up for auction, but the seller indicates they may entertain reasonable… more»
May 20, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
$6,500 In Recent Work: 1976 Mercury Cougar XR-7
The third-generation Cougars were only made for three years and I think they’re the last of the really beautiful Cougars, coming in only a two-door body style and with nicely proportioned flowing lines. Ok, the bumpers don’t help, but… more»
May 17, 2024 • For Sale • 58 Comments
Price Slashed! 1969 Mercury Marauder X-100
UPDATE 05/17/2024: It is common for sellers not to taste success when first listing their classic, and many will take a second swing with no changes, hoping for better luck. However, there are exceptions to that rule, which this… more»
May 14, 2024 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Single Family Wagon: 1971 Mercury Montego MX
In the late 1960s/early 1970s, the Montego was Mercury’s version of Ford’s mid-size Torino. And, within the Montego lineup, the MX was a step up in trim compared to the base model. This sweet station wagon has been in… more»
May 8, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
24k Miles? 1972 Mercury Monterey
During its nearly quarter-century of production, the Monterey served in different capacities for the Mercury brand, beginning as a top-of-the-line model when it was first introduced in 1950. By 1972, it had fallen to the base status, where it… more»
May 1, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Spotless Survivor: 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis LS Colony Park
Rumors regularly surface suggesting that at least one domestic manufacturer is considering reintroducing a Station Wagon to its model range. However, that has proven to be nothing but hot air so far, meaning those seeking a Wagon must either… more»
May 1, 2024 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Nicest One Left? 1980 Mercury Bobcat
How have we only seen four other 1980 Mercury Bobcats here on Barn Finds and we’ve probably seen several dozen Pintos? As if a Pinto doesn’t stand out enough in the crowd of Camaros, Mustangs, Corvettes, and Chargers, I… more»
Apr 26, 2024 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Beefy 390 V8: 1965 Mercury Monterey Marauder
The Marauder name was used by Mercury in the mid-1960s to denote a full-size performance car with a touch of luxury. A 390 cubic inch V8 was standard equipment, so they meant business. In 1965, the Marauder came as… more»
Apr 26, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Steal Of A Deal? 1979 Mercury Cougar XR-7
Although at the end of the leisure suit era, you could and should dig yours out of the attic for car shows when you arrive in this beautiful 1979 Mercury Cougar XR-7. This one can be found here on… more»
Apr 25, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Rare First Year: 1954 Mercury Monterey Sun Valley
Gauging the relative rarity of some classics can be challenging, although the frequency with which they cross our desks at Barn Finds seems to be a reasonable guide for domestic models. That brings me to this 1954 Mercury Monterey… more»
Apr 23, 2024 • For Sale • 50 Comments
European Ford Flair? 1976 Mercury Capri
Common at one time but rarely spied today is a first-generation Mercury Capri (’70-’78). I knew three individuals who owned one (a ’72 and two from ’77) but I had largely forgotten about this sporty Ford of Europe sold… more»
