Mercury Custom 1949
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1949 Mercury Eight Custom Coupe with matching steel trailer The ultimate lead sled with matching sled trailer Same owner for the past 11 years First year for post-WWII styling and stillextremelydesirable today Chevy 350ci V-8 engine and Holley 4-B carb Three-speed automatic transmission Air-conditioning, power steering and power brakes Red/gray exterior, custom pinstriping and matching interior with Mercury deity theme Dual exhaust, vented hood, rear fender skirts, dual Frenched antennas, dual spotlights, tilt column and tinted glass Pushbutton start, door poppers and a trailer popper Matching Short Cut all steel trailer custom made from a donor Mercury Dont want anyone to know if youre coming or going? Then we have the perfect vehicle to confuse bystanders and onlookers, a 1949 Mercury Eight Custom Lead Sled Coupe with matching trailer.Finished in a high quality and handsome tri-coat red and gray splendor, the cars paint and trim are in overall very good order. There is a blemish on the left rear corner of the hood, near the cowl. The tinted windows are in very good shape with no cracks except for the drivers side vent window has a crack and the cars lights are in similar good order, even the custom headlights.Car rolls on BFGoodrich Silvertown wide whitewall radials, size 225/70R15 and surrounding turbine wheels, complete with neon green valve stem caps and all are in very good order. The cars body panels, including its vented hood and rear fender skirts, are straight and solid.Under its heavily sprung hood is a Chevy 350ciV-8 engine in a completely billeted engine bay that is very tidy and backing up that motor is a three-speed automatic transmission. Driver assist features include pushbutton start, tilt column, air-conditioning, dual spotlights and poppers for the doors and trunklid.Inside, the red and gray interior is done in a Mercury deity theme, complete with 49 and images of the Roman god on the steering wheel hub and back seat. The red and gray velour bench seats are in excellent shape. The black carpet is in very good order. The gray headliner is lush and in excellent shape and the red instrument panel is in identical good shape. The two-spoke steering wheel is an aftermarket item and in very good condition. The inner door panels look fantastic. The mirror glass and shift lever are in good shape. Completing the interior are an AM/FM stereo with CD player with a 5.5-inch CRT screen and a pair of black, fuzzy dice dangling from the rearview mirror.The firstpostwarMercury was introduced in the 1949 model year. The engine was aflatheadV8that produced slightly more power than the then also newly designed1949 Ford. A new overdrive system was optional, activated by a handle under the dash.The styling of the Mercury Eight, when it was released in 1949, adopted the "ponton" appearance, and was successful in both ending the monotony of warmed-over pre-war style, and differentiating Mercury from its comparable Ford cousin, a trick that spelled sales success. Sales figures for both Ford and Mercury broke records in 1949. The new approach to styling was also evident on the completely redesignedLincolnand the all-newLincoln Cosmopolitan. The Mercury Eight used full instrumentation.An eight-tube radio was an option.Included with the car is Short Cut, a all steel trailer designed and built to echo the cars nose and tail. The trailer was custom built from a donor Mercury and the rear and front clip sections were placed together. It has headlights, a grille, front bumper, taillights, a rear bumper and even a center high-mounted stoplight. To open the trailer, it needs to be hitched to the car for battery power. Inside the trailer is storage space and a stereo with cassette, its even included with a "Dirty Dancing" soundtrack tape from the 80's! If you are not interested in this awesome custom trailer, please call us to negotiate a deal. The trailer d s have a few blemishes but d sn't distract from its overall uniqueness.Within its era and beyond, the Mercury Eight was popular with customizers. In 1949,Sam Barrisbuilt the firstlead sledfrom a 1949 Mercury Eight; the Eight became the definitive lead sled, much as theFord V-8(as the"deuce") was becoming the definitivehot rod. The Eights were among the first models to receive an aftermarketOHVengine swap, sinceOldsmobileandCadillacdeveloped the first high-compression OHV V8 engines in 1949, whereas Ford was still using a sidevalve engine. Sam and George Barris also used the 1949 body style to build "the most famous custom car ever,"theHirohata Merc, for customer Bob Hirohata in 1953. Setting a style and an attitude, it had a "momentous effect" on custom car builders, appeared in several magazines at the timeand reappeared numerous times since, earning an honorable mention onRod & Custom's "Twenty Best of All Time" list in 1991.The Eight remains a very popular subject for car modelers.This car is currently located at our facility in St. Louis, Missouri. Current mileage on the odometer shows 91,273 miles. It is sold as is, where is, on a clean and clear, mileage exempt title. GET OUT AND DRIVE!!!VIN: 9CM218533Note: Please see full terms and conditions listed below that pertain to the purchase of any said vehicle, thank you.
1949 Mercury Custom is listed for sale on ClassicDigest in Bellevue by Specialty Vehicle Dealers Association Member for Not priced.
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Car type : Car Make : Mercury Model : Custom Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1949 Location : 13710 NE 20th Street Bellevue, WA 98005 Vehicle Registration : Undefined
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Specialty Vehicle Dealers Association Member, Contact no. +1-6366004600
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About Mercury
Mercury, the automotive brand, has a rich history that extends beyond its role in the customization and hot-rodding scene, particularly with the iconic Mercury Eight. Here are some key points to know about Mercury:Formation and Early Years:
Mercury was introduced by the Ford Motor Company in 1938 as a mid-priced brand, positioned between the affordable Ford models and the luxury Lincoln lineup. The brand aimed to fill the gap between these two segments.
Mercury Eight:
The Mercury Eight, launched in 1939, is perhaps the most famous model in the brand's history. It featured a sleek design and a powerful V8 engine. This model became popular for customization and hot-rodding, earning it a significant place in American automotive culture.
Customization Culture:
The Mercury Eight, with its distinctive styling and relatively affordable price, became a favorite among custom car builders. It played a pivotal role in the development of the custom car and hot rod culture, particularly in the post-World War II era.
Lead Sleds and Customization:
The term "lead sled" is often associated with heavily customized cars from the 1940s and 1950s. These cars, including the Mercury Eight, were often modified with lowered suspensions, chopped roofs, and other stylistic changes. Lead sleds were a prominent part of the custom car scene, and the Mercury Eight was a popular choice for such modifications.
Post-War Prosperity:
In the post-World War II period, Mercury, like many other American automakers, experienced a surge in popularity as the economy boomed. The brand contributed to the era's fascination with stylish and powerful automobiles.
Evolution of Models:
Over the years, Mercury continued to produce various models, contributing to Ford's lineup. Some notable models include the Mercury Monterey, Mercury Comet, and Mercury Cougar.
Decline and Discontinuation:
Despite periods of success, Mercury faced challenges in establishing a unique identity separate from Ford. As consumer preferences shifted, the brand struggled, and Ford eventually announced the discontinuation of Mercury in 2010.
Legacy in Popular Culture:
Mercury, especially models like the Mercury Eight, holds a significant place in American popular culture. Its association with the customization and hot-rodding scene, as well as its distinctive designs, has left a lasting impact.
In summary, while the Mercury Eight is celebrated for its role in the customization and hot-rodding subculture, Mercury as a brand played a broader role in automotive history, contributing to mid-priced segments and reflecting the automotive trends of its time.