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»
Monterey
Nov 5, 2022 • For Sale • 3 Comments
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»
Jul 20, 2022 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Breezeway Backglass! 1963 Mercury Monterey
In 1963, Mercury added a novel roof line and retractable back window on eight models and body styles. Marketed as the Breezeway, the interesting concept would soon find itself superseded by more orders for factory air conditioning, so the… more»
Apr 15, 2022 • Auctions • 15 Comments
Ready To Drive! 1954 Mercury Monterey
For much of its 23 years in production (1952-74), the Monterey would be the equivalent of Mercury’s version of the Ford Galaxie 500. The car’s name was derived from the famous Monterey Bay along the central coastline of California…. more»
Apr 5, 2022 • For Sale • 21 Comments
See-Thru Roof! 1954 Mercury Monterey Sun Valley
Before there was the Ford retractable hardtop, there were the Ford Crestliner and Mercury Sun Valley hardtops with a see-through roof. It was a 2-year experiment in 1954-55 that was not continued because of the heat the passengers might… more»
Nov 6, 2021 • For Sale • 23 Comments
40k Original Miles? 1953 Mercury Monterey
There’s a lot to be said for buying a classic car that needs nothing. That is especially true when it is a low-mileage vehicle that falls within the affordable range. That is what this 1953 Mercury Monterey represents. With… more»
Aug 9, 2021 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Out of the Barn: 1963 Mercury Colony Park
The Colony Park was a full-size station wagon that was built by Mercury between 1957-91. It was distinguished by its simulated wood-grain paneling that harked back to the “woodies” of the 1950s. This ’63 Monterey Custom Colony Park looks… more»
Dec 17, 2020 • For Sale • 44 Comments
Breezeway Cruiser: 1964 Mercury Monterey
Car makers are always trying to differentiate their wares from one another. During the 1960s, Mercury offered the “Breezeway” retractable rear window on some of their 2 and 4-door models. With it came a distinctive roofline that allowed the… more»
Jan 13, 2020 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Solid Survivor: 1956 Mercury Monterey Hardtop
It appears that life has been quite kind to this 1956 Mercury Monterey Hardtop. The majority of that life has been spent in California, and this has no doubt helped the vehicle to remain solid and rust-free. It now… more»
May 26, 2019 • For Sale • 28 Comments
3-Years Only: 1954 Mercury Monterey Sun Valley
Every now and then a classic car will come across our desks here at Barn Finds that will have so many cool features that it is hard to know where to start with them. This 1954 Mercury Monterey Sun… more»
Apr 16, 2019 • For Sale • 25 Comments
One Owner Classic: 1953 Mercury Monterey Convertible
Finding a one owner classic car is always great, but to find a one owner car that is 66-years-old is even better. That’s precisely what this 1953 Mercury Monterey Convertible is. The original owner purchased the vehicle new and… more»
Jan 31, 2019 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Sitting Since ’65: 1953 Mercury Monterey Convertible
This 1953 Mercury Monterey Convertible was parked in a shed in 1965, and that is where it has remained until recently. Now that it has been brought out into the light of day, it seems to have survived reasonably… more»
Dec 30, 2018 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Sitting for 27 Years: 1955 Mercury Monterey
Having spent the past 27 years sitting out in the Arizona sun, this 1955 Mercury Monterey is looking slightly toasted. However, beneath that facade lies a really solid car just waiting to be restored. The Mercury is located in… more»
Nov 17, 2018 • For Sale • 22 Comments
33,000 Genuine Miles: 1962 Mercury Monterey Sedan
The owner of this 1962 Mercury Monterey claims that from a few feet away the car looks new, and the photos seem to bear out that claim. He has decided to sell it, and this is an opportunity to… more»
Oct 13, 2018 • For Sale • 10 Comments
All Original: 1965 Mercury Monterey
This 1965 Mercury Monterey has spent its entire life in a garage until it recently took up residence in the carport as shown. The owner has decided to sell it and has listed it for sale here on eBay…. more»
