1953 Mercury Monterey

1953 Mercury Monterey – Mild Custom BuildRegistered, Clean Title – Running ConditionThis 1953 Mercury Monterey is a mild custom project blending classic Mercury styling with updated Ford performance. The car is in running condition, powered by a small-block Ford V8 with a 5-speed manual transmission, and presents an excellent foundation for a custom or restoration build.Engine & DrivetrainRebuilt Ford 302 V8 (from a 1985 Mustang)5-speed manual transmission (Mustang-sourced)MSD ignition and MSD distributor #8582Edelbrock Performance Series intake manifold #289Edelbrock 4-bbl carburetor #1406March Performance pulley system with serpentine beltButch’s Rod Shop engine/transmission conversion kitCal Radiators (Los Angeles) rebuilt radiatorElectric fan cooling systemNew oil pan, PAW spark plug wire set, Ford SB hex bolt kitFord valve covers, air cleaner kitTachometer Autogage 3 ¾”Brakes & SuspensionKanter disc brake conversion (front)Rear drum brakesMustang booster & master cylinderNew disc brake valveKanter Auto front end rebuild kitLokar throttle pedal cable assembly kitElectrical & ExhaustAmerican Autowire harness and circuit boardNew exhaust system with new mufflersRear-mounted battery kitBody & ExteriorRe-chromed front and rear bumpers, shaved/smoothedShaved doors and modified hood scoopBody in primer with a few small dentsNo visible rust; car has been garagedGlass in good condition: windshield, rear glass, and door glass intactMany original body moldings includedInteriorOriginal front bench and rear seat intactOriginal door panels and interior window cranks includedFloorboard replaced with modified Mustang floorboard to accommodate 5-speed shifter; in good conditionTachometer installedWheels & TiresOriginal rims with serviceable tires Make and ModelTypeClassic CarsYear1953MakeMercuryModelMontereySeriesMileage and TypeMileage0TitleClearVINAMS45248Stock #AMS45248Exterior / InteriorBody StyleCoupeDoors2Exterior ColorGrayInterior ColorInterior MaterialMechanicsEngine302 V8Cylinders8DrivetrainRWDTransmission5 Speed ManualFuel TypeFuel EconomyCity / Highway