1965 Mercury Monterey Convertible 390v8 Factory A/c Car Un-restored, Solid!! on 2040-cars
Cleveland, Mississippi, United States
Body Type:Convertible
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:390
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Year: 1965
Make: Mercury
Model: Monterey
Trim: Convertible
Options: Leather Seats, Convertible
Power Options: Air Conditioning
Drive Type: Automatic
Sub Model: Convertible 390
Exterior Color: Red
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Interior Color: White
Mileage: 3,042
Number of Cylinders: 8
Up for sale is a nice example of a Classic Mercury Monterey Convertible that is a true southern Un-Restored Car that runs, rides, and drives as good as the day it was purchased. Not a lot of these cars running around any longer and very few that are solid un-restored driver quality cars. This car has been painted before in its life by the previous owner and it isn't just perfect, but the car shows and presents very well. The undercarriage, Rocker panels, trunk, gutters , and all of the rust prone places are absolutely solid!! This car shows 03042 on the Mileage. I do know this motor has 40k miles on Rebuild documented to the odometer. Transmission was re-done less than 20k miles ago. The Power top is in near perfect condition and functioning perfectly. All of the interior and dash look exceptionally well. The Trim and Chrome looks very nice. One piece of the Monterey emblem on the rear driver side came off, but still have the piece pictured laying on seat, just haven't stuck it back on. Everything about this car really is in great shape. The Factory A/C is all still in Tact but has not been used in years and could be re-worked or possibly just recharged . If you are looking for a very cool convertible car with a legendary V8 that you can drive across country today, Then you have found it. Only 3 of these cars listed in Hemmings. Do the Research! This car is affordable and will make someone a great car for a long time to come. I am open to offers and have the right to end the auction early due to a local sale. If you have any questions at all, please feel free to contact me by phone at 662-721-5009. Thank-you for looking and Good Luck bidding.
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