1951 Mercury Convertible - beautifully restored original example with overdrive

1951 Mercury Convertible     This black 1951 Mercury Convertible has excellent contours and its finish exhibits a deep shine. Beautifully restored throughout.   The LeBaron Bonney interior is presented in red and black leather. The car is equipped with a radio. heater. clock. windshield washers and power windows & top. Rear fender skirts have been added. as well as dual windshield post spotlights and door-mounted mirrors. The optional overdrive gives it longer legs on the highway. The Mercury is powered by a 255. 4-cid. 12-hp L-head V-8 engine and its compartment is clean and correctly detailed. even down to the hose clamps. but it is not overdone. Dual exhausts have been installed. and BFGoodrich wide whitewall Silvertowns. in the correct 7. 10-15 size. complete the package.     This car feautures all of its original body panels which are straight and show exceptional fit and finish.   Completely rust free with all original floorboards and body mounts.       Runs flawlessly and is an absolute pleasure to drive with that wonderful flathead V8 sound.       No doubt the Mercury’s cameo role in the 1955 James Dean movie “Rebel Without a Cause” was responsible for the vogue that befell the 1949–1951 models.   Jim Stark. Dean’s character in Rebel. did not drive a stock Mercury. let alone a convertible. but if he’d seen this one. he might have.   For more information call 954-422-2895.       The above referenced automobile is being sold as is with no warranties.   The above description is subjective. for our own identification purposes only. and should not be relied upon for correctness.   As with all used automobiles. we highly encourage inspections in person or via a third party prior to bidding.   All sales are final.   For more information please call 954-422-2895