Saleofcar.com :Mercury

Mercury Other (1978)
for sale

Price: US $8,500.00

Description:

1978 MERCURY BOBCAT RUNABOUT HATCHBACK
Impeccably maintained & thoughtfully updated with modern conveniences, this historic Bobcat is a real head turner. This beauty looks AND runs great! We cannot drive it without drawing smiles and thumbs-up signs from admirers. She has performed well in Car Shows, is a blast to drive, and remains Show Ready.
Ford 2.3 Litre 2300cc OHC 4 Cylinder Engine with 88HP Automatic Transmission
Power Steering Turns Effortlessly, with a great steering radius Finished in Gold Chamois (Metallic) with a Matching Plaid Interior 56, 681 Actual Miles
Heater Blows Very Hot Air – No Leaks in the Heater Core or Hoses
Upgraded from Factory Sports Ralley Wheels & Unique White Wall Striped Radial Tires Starts Well, Drives Very Smoothly and Idles Quietly at Stops
Was featured as a Picture Car in an coming movie staring Don Cheadle called Miles Ahead
UPGRADES & UPDATES
New Carpeting throughout the vehicle, including the hatch Custom Designed & Installed Center Console:
- Spacious Storage Compartment, felt-lined12”L x 6”W x 5”D - 2 cup holders
- lighter
In-dash storage system
LED dome light
Air Shock System, which provides up to 4 inches of rear vehicle lift Painted front chrome strip to reduce driver glare & enhance appearance Professional Tinting – driver & side windows, hatch, and windshield Python 533 – Security System
Remote Power Door Locks
One 5-button 2-way LCD transmitter with backlight
One 3-button 1-way transmitter
Stinger DoubleGuard two-stage shock sensor
Revenger Soft Chirp 6-tone programmable siren
Control Module
In-dash Status LED indicator light
Pioneer AVH-P2400BT Receiver & Audio Visual System (DVD Player & CD Player)
This versatile hideaway unit allows you to switch to navigation mode with the touch of a button. Get to your destination by inputting an address or search through the POI library while enjoying whatever source is currently playing.
Pioneer AVIC-U220 Touch Screen Navigation System
Multimedia 5.8 Widescreen Touch Display
Built-In Bluetooth for hands-free calling and audio streaming
USB Direct Control for iPod/iPhone
Remote Control
See below for further details & features of the Bobcat’s AudioVisual Navi System
Rockford Fosgate 5.25” Punch 2-way full range speakers Punch 300 Watt Amplifier
JL Audio 10” sub woofer - Customized removable sub-woofer box installed in hatch
Separate volume control near steering wheel
Projector Headlights with HID Conversion Kit
- 7 in. round crystal-clear lenses with high-beam illumination for improved visibility, especially during night driving.
- Superior illumination – Projector lenses provide you stronger and more concentrated light output in comparison to ordinary crystal headlights. The Bobcat’s 35W HID light source produces up to 3 times at the light source compared to 55W halogen bulbs.
- Improved safety & visibility – Unique light design makes your vehicle more visible to oncoming cars.
Mechanical
Bobcat has been serviced by ZAKIRAS GARAGE, Cincinnati, Ohio. One of the world’s leading automobile shops specializing in restorations and maintenance of race & touring cars.
Complete Safety/reliability inspection, including:
Replaced timing belt, tensioner, camshaft seal, and valve cover gasket. Performed valve train maintenance, repaired transmission cooler lines, plugs, replaced/tightened exhaust clamps, adjusted warm idle and re-set ignition timing and free choke linkage.
Other repairs & maintenance over last 12 months:
Cleaned Carburetor
New Master Cylinder, replaced brake booster & bled the braking system
New Front Springs
Replaced front rotors and pads
Chassis lube
Tightened power steering belt
Tune ups, including oil changes, new spark plugs, oil filter, and air filter
New battery
Included with sale:
Original 8-page color 1978 Mercury Bobcat sales brochure (in protective plastic)
Additional Audio Visual Navigation Features
Built-In MOSFET 50W x 4 Amplifier
3 Sets of RCA Preouts (2V) for System Expansion
8-Band Graphic Equalizer
Auto EQ (CD-MC20 required)
Sonic Center Control with Advanced Touch Slide Operation
Rear View Camera Input
Wired Remote Input
Included Remote Control
Separate on/off switch for DVD operation
USB & line-in ports
For more photos
check out our photo bucket here
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to ask us. If you are local we could set up a test drive.
After the auction has finished the buyer is required to send a $500 deposit through Paypal within 48hrs.
This vehicle is being sold as is, and the Buyer is also responsible for shipping arrangements.
Use your new Bobcat’s advanced microphone built into the rear view mirror to stay safe and
obey local hands-free laws with built-in Bluetooth (HFP). With Secure Simple Pairing, you can easily pair a Bluetooth enabled phone to the AVH-P2400BT without having to enter pin codes or go through complicated settings. When a registered Bluetooth device is in close proximity to the receiver, the auto connection function automatically pairs the two units.
If you have a compatible audio player device that also features built-in Bluetooth, you have the ability to wirelessly stream (A2DP) and control audio (AVRCP) to the receiver.
Pioneer's AVH-P2400BT is ready to roll with direct connectivity to your iPod or iPhone for music and video via the optional USB interface cable (CD-IU51V interface cable sold separately). Song, artist, time and album information are beautifully displayed on the 5.8 touchscreen. Powerful tools such as Link Search and Alphabet Search to help you find content faster. The system's wired USB connection provides direct digital signal transfer from the device for clean, clear sound while providing 1 amp of current to keep your iPod or iPhone charged
With App Mode you can enjoy listening and viewing the content on select compatible apps directly on the receiver's display from a connected iPhone or iPod Touch. Limited controls such as track forward or reverse may be executed from the receiver.
Select among five (Blue/Red/Amber/Green/Violet) colors for the display and 112 different colors to match unit illumination to your vehicle's interior lighting. Also choose from several background images to suit your mood.

_{update: 2015-06-22}