1963 Mercury Comet S-22, 260v8 on 2040-cars
Costa Mesa, California, United States
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I have an all-original 1963 Mercury Comet S-22 with the original 260 V8
for sale. This beauty has been in my family since it rolled off the lot
in '63, and it is a lifetime California car. It has 93k miles, runs
well, and is registered and drivable. I am selling the car for my grandma who no longer wants it or needs it.
The car has the original Blue Satin Metallic and Sultana White paint, which overall is in fair to good condition. The car has always been garaged over it's 50 year life. The interior is in poor shape - the interior trim work is all intact but the upholstery, carpet, and headliner will need to be replaced. The floorboards are solid. This beauty would make for a quick restoration as the body is very straight and the chassis is in good working condition. The build code (see picture) verifies the rare and desirable V8 / S-22 combination: Body -- 62C -- 2 door Sedan S-22 Color -- HM -- Blue Satin Metallic / Sultana White Trim -- 52 -- Blue Date -- 16E -- May DSO -- 52 -- Los Angeles Axle -- 4 -- 3.25:1 Trans -- 3 -- 2 Speed Automatic Please email me with any questions you may have. Thanks for looking! |
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