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1957 MERCURY MONTEREY M-335, #74 OF 100, DOC NASCAR HISTORY, CLASSIC, ANTIQUE

Make: Mercury
Model: Monterey
SubModel: TURNPIKE CRUISER
Type: Coupe
Trim: M-335
Year: 1957
Mileage: 38,282
VIN: 57SL98228M
Color: LIGHT CREAM
Engine: M-335
Cylinders: 8
Fuel: Gasoline
Transmission: AUTOMATIC
Drive type: RWD
Interior color: CREAM
Vehicle Title: Clear
Item location: Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States

1957 Mercury Monterey M-335 Additional Info:

1957 MERCURY MONTEREYM-335
This is an unbelievable 1957 Mercury Monterey M-335 withgreathistory, photos, and documentation. The M-335 was originallybuilt to meet the NASCARrequirements of 100 production vehicles tobe NASCARlegal. Ford contracted Bill Stroppe of Long Beach, Ca.tobuild 100Lincoln 368 cu. in. engines with 335 hp for the 2 doorMercury's. Aftermeetingthe requirements the engine wasoutlawed,butnot beforeTim Flockand the Meyers Brothers posted wins.
This actual vehicle was owned and restored by NASCAR legendDon Miller former President of Penske Racing. The restorationtookplace over 3 years at Miller Racing Shop in N.C.

Options:- 38,000 original miles- 368 cu. in. engine- 335 hp 425 ft lb torque- Dual Holley carbs- Mercomatic 3 speed auto transmission- 3:22 rear end- New correct dual side exit exhaust- New period correct wide white wall tires- NOS Mercury dog dish wheel covers- #74 marked intake manifold- New chrome and stainless
This car is a show winner, with a highly detailed engine bay, trunk,and interior. The exterior paint, chrome and stainless trim areall show quality. The underside is beautifully un-restored andshows how clean the vehicle was before the restoration.This is trulya one of a kind NASCAR history vehicle.
If you have any questions feel free to call me. I have sold over 150+classic and collectible automobiles on eBay with 100% feedbackand plan on keeping it that way.
Thanks for looking,Tim757-675-0288