1956 MERCURY MONTEREY PHAETON...
Make: |
Mercury |
Model: |
Monterey |
Type: |
Sedan |
Trim: |
PHAETON |
Year: |
1956 |
Mileage: |
68,000 |
VIN: |
56LA42453M |
Engine: |
Factory 312 cu in (5.1 L) V8 |
Cylinders: |
8 |
Fuel: |
Gasoline |
Transmission: |
Automatic |
Drive type: |
RWD |
Vehicle Title: |
Clear |
Item location: |
Boca Raton, Florida, United States |
1956 Mercury Monterey PHAETON Additional Info:
Up for sale is my 1956 Mercury Monterrey Phaeton. It has:
Original:
- Engine
- Transmission
- Working tube radio (hear Cuban radio station picked up in Pompano Beach, Fl - https://youtu.be/5-MmrrTQULM)
- Drum brake configuration
- Manual windows and ventilation system
- Manual steering
Not original:
- Radiator - replaced with a 56 Ford Aluminum (than original brass/copper)
- Tires (less than 200 miles of wear)
- Newer 1403 Edelbrock 1403 Performer Carburetor (less than 6 months old)
- Interior
Modifications:
- Lap (seat) belts added about a year ago
This is a very nicely preserved classic that while imperfect, it extremely appealing. I generally only move the car for private shows and events, where the host is expecting a lineup of finer cars for their clients. The car is never left unattended and is garage stored when not in service.
The car drives remarkably for its age! I easily cruise the interstate at 65-70 mph without any hesitation, other than the expression of peoples faces when you pass them in a 62 year old classic.
Bonus items included:
- Electrical Schema
- Original 1956 body parts catalog
- Original 1956 Chassis parts catalog
- 3 sets of keys (original + 2 original sets of blanks)
Not included:
- Cuban License Plate
- Models
Reason for sale:
I'm making way for a Humvee