Mercury Eight Custom Convertible, 1951
Mercury Eight III
Mercury Eight III•
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Chassis No.: 51SL62928M
US$52,640 USD | Sold
- 460ci OHV V8 Engine
- Single Four-Barrel Carburetor
- Est. 350bhp at 5,500rpm
- Automatic Transmission
- Front Independent Suspension – Live Rear Axle
- Front Disc – Rear Drum Brakes
- Exquisite build quality throughout
- Tastefully upgraded with modern amenities
- Excellent Custom for cruise nights and drive-in's
The simple but elegant lines and easy to modify drivetrain made the car a popular canvas for hot-rodders and customizers. Craftsmen like Sam and George Barris fabricated legendary 'rods like the chopped Hirohata Merc, giving way to the model's nickname: Lead Sled. Even on the Hollywood silver screen, the hot rodded custom Mercurys made their appearance, and most will immediately associate these cars with James Dean and his well-known
Rebel Without a Cause.
THE MOTORCAR OFFERED
Built at the St. Louis plant in 1951, this Mercury Eight offered the excellent base for the exquisitely detailed and well-built Rebel Without a Cause Custom appearance it reflects today. Customized in the 1990s, the Mercury was later purchased by Joe Cardiello of Long Island, New York, where it was housed among his impressive collection of 1950s and 1960s Americana-inspired and built collector cars. Acquired by the most recent owner in the mid 2000s, this beautiful Mercury Custom was carefully maintained and serviced while residing in his award-winning prominent La Jolla-based collection until 2014. The car has since then formed part of another La Jolla-based collection, while used sparingly on fair weather days.
Upon close inspection of this stellar Mercury, it quickly becomes apparent that the customizing and restoration work was done to a very high and professional standard. Everything was tastefully done, by using the right materials and components, and thoroughly engineering new systems for easy of usability. Built with usability in mind, the car feels carefully balanced, and not too brutally powerful for use on the street. The beautiful light-metallic maroon paint looks spectacular, while all chrome and bright work presents to show quality. The interior is beautifully dressed in dark red hides and vinyl, and offers plenty of room for four. Fitted with air conditioning and power front disc brakes, the car keeps cool so the passengers can too!
With an incredible build quality and tasteful appearance, this exquisite Mercury offers the next owner a fun and fast open-top cruiser, with much style and attitude.
Cost
193,321 AED
