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Mercury Monterey (1953)
for sale

Price: US $8,000.00

Description:

This '53 Mercury is a starting, stopping, running, driving car. The flathead runs very smoothly and the transmission shifts well. It's a driver, not a show car, but it's also not worn out or held together by Bondo. The Merc' has not been restored, modified, or customized.
I want the new owner to be completely satisfied so please ask all your questions before bidding. This is not one of those eBay cars that the seller has tried to make look better than it is. There are many more pictures that every bidder should take a look at. See them by clicking this link: 1953 Mercury pictures
-starts easily-doesn't overheat-dual exhaust-great brakes-three speed manual with working overdrive. Clutch is good, not too heavy or light, and the car shifts just fine.-cool teapot carb-original 6 volt system-new battery, plugs, wires, oil & filter-some things that work: gauges!, wipers, headlights, parking lights, tail lights including brakes, turn signals...most of the time, interior lights, license plate light, reverse lights, horn, ventilation system (fan, levers, etc). (I'm not sure of the accuracy of the gas sender in the tank) (The tail lights are dim, I think, so maybe there isn't a great ground somewhere)-the prior owner had the side stainless and the stainless on the door tops sent out for professional polishing.-the prior owner bought a new rubber seal set for the car but never installed it. At least $500 worth. I have it all in a box...I think it is complete but I don't know these cars well enough to be totally sure-there are new window felts installed all the way around (inner and outer)-the paint isn't perfect (see the pictures)-the chrome bumpers are quite nice except for two surface rust spots on the rear, on the bottom part, on each side. I believe the bumper parts were all rechromed.-the body is nice but I'm sure it's had some body work over the last 60 years. -there are pictures showing chrome lugs on the motor. They are metal caps and there is a set that comes with the car.-the windows work, the doors and trunk latch and lock, the hood shuts and latches-retractable antenna-a prior owner put in a new interior. It's nice but not brand new perfect. All cloth...and no velour! The seats must have been redone as they are comfortable and not saggy.-electric adjustable front seat.-the front floors have been patched with sheet metal-when driving, it tracks well, doesn't pull, and does not feel loose or vague-good tires and new MoonEyes hubcaps-there is a mini-spare tire
The fine print: The car is old and will not behave like a modern car. It is not restored and everything is not perfect. I am not an expert on this type of car. I've been driving it but not on any highway cruises. You should have it checked by your mechanic so you are confident that it is ready for the road. The car is sold as is and the sale is final when the auction is over. Please only bid if you've got the money already sorted out. The car is for sale locally so it's possible that the auction could end early if I get a very good local offer. Thanks.

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