1955 Mercury Montclair

Coupe

8 - Cyl.

Automatic

55LA30695M

Clear

Gasoline

I ask for your Original MSRP bid of $2631 for this: Model Designation: Custom V8, Montclair V8: BV Wheel base: 119 Valve Location: In head Bore and Stroke: 3.75 x 3.30 Piston displacement, Cubic Inches: 292 Compression ratio: Custom & Montclair: 8.5 Maximum Brake Horsepower: Custom & Montclair 198 @ 4400 RPM Maximum Torque Lbs.Ft. @ RPM: Custom & Montclair 282 @ 2500 RPM Normal Oil Pressure Pounds: 40 With a powerful 292-cubic inch, 198-horsepower Mercury engine and the Merc-o-matic transmission, this is a "California Car" owned and driven for 43 years by the proverbial "Little Ole Lady" until her death in 2002. At that time it was driven into a storage locker in Bakersfield, CA. where it has remained. This photos where taken shortly before her death and accurately depict the pride of ownership and the vehicles condition when placed in storage. The vehicle was garaged its entire life. Except for one missing fender skirt stolen in a supermarket parking lot, the body is original. Mercury restyled their lineup in 1955 with longer and lower bodies. The Montclair was offered to customers in four body styles including the sole convertible offered by Mercury. This re-styling earned Mercury with Motor Trend's 'Car of the Year' award in 1955 which it shared with Chevrolet. This Classic would make an excellent restoration or conversion candidate. The Original Purchase Order and Owners Manual are included. Thank You For Your InterestOn Aug-13-10 at 12:56:43 PDT, seller added the following information: The RESERVE is $8000