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1978 Mercury Bobcat Runabout (Pinto Upgrade) - Custom/Navi/Sub/Alarm/CD/DVD

Sale price: $14,093.00 make an offer

Car location: Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

Sale type: Fixed price listing

Technical specifications, photos and description:

Year:
1978
Mileage:
55,938
Trim:
3-door Hatchback
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1978 Mercury Bobcat Runabout (Pinto Upgrade) - Custom/Navi/Sub/Alarm/CD/DVD for sale

Current customer rating: current rating for this car(2.1) based on 646 votes
This is a unique 1978 Mercury Bobcat 3 door Runabout Hatchback! We see smiles & get thumbs ups every time we drive this car!!!!
Impeccably maintained & thoughtfully updated with modern conveniences. this historic Bobcat is a real head turner.  This beauty looks AND runs great!  We cannot drive it without drawing smiles or thumbs-up signs from admirers.  She has performed well in Car Shows. is a blast to drive. and remains Show Ready.  
This beauty is known as an orphan car with relatives like the Ford Pinto. Maverick. Pacer. and the Gremlin.  All these models now are highly sought after. especially in the terrific condition as this particular Bobcat. which has also been upgraded with modern amenities.   

Ford 2. 3 Litre 2300cc OHC 4 Cylinder Engine with 88HPAutomatic TransmissionPower Steering Turns Effortlessly. with a great steering radiusFinished in Gold Chamois (Metallic) with a Matching Plaid Interior that is in Super Condition55. 38 Actual MilesHeater Blows Very Hot Air – No Leaks in the Heater Core or HosesUpgraded from Factory Sports Rally Wheels & Unique White Wall Striped Radial TiresStarts Well. Drives Very Smoothly and Idles Quietly at StopsUPGRADES & UPDATESOver $6. 00 in Upgrades over the last 10 months. receipts will be provided to successful bidder.
New Carpeting throughout the vehicle. including the hatchCustom Designed & Installed Center Console: - Spacious Storage Compartment. felt-lined12”L x 6”W x 5”D - 2 cup holders - lighterIn-dash storage systemLED dome lightAir Shock System. which provides up to 4 inches of rear vehicle liftPainted front chrome strip to reduce driver glare & enhance appearanceProfessional Tinting – driver & side windows. hatch. and windshieldPython 533 – Security System • Remote Power Door Locks• One 5-button 2-way LCD transmitter with backlight• One 3-button 1-way transmitter• Stinger DoubleGuard two-stage shock sensor• Revenger Soft Chirp 6-tone programmable siren• Control Module• In-dash Status LED indicator lightPioneer AVH-P2400BT Receiver & Audio Visual System (DVD Player & CD Player)This versatile hideaway unit allows you to switch to navigation mode with the touch of a button. Get to your destination by inputting an address or search through the POI library while enjoying whatever source is currently playing. • Pioneer AVIC-U220 Touch Screen Navigation System • Multimedia 5. 8" Widescreen Touch Display• Built-In Bluetooth for hands-free calling and audio streaming • USB Direct Control for iPod/iPhone• Remote Control • See below for further details & features of the Bobcat's AudioVisual Navi SystemRockford Fosgate 5. 25” Punch 2-way full range speakersPunch 300 Watt AmplifierJL Audio 10” sub woofer• Customized removable box installed in hatch• Separate volume control near steering wheel Projector Headlights with HID Conversion Kit• 7 in. round crystal-clear lenses with high-beam illumination for improved visibility. especially during night driving.  • Superior illumination – Projector lenses provide you stronger and more concentrated light output in comparison to ordinary crystal headlights.  The Bobcat's 35W HID light source produces up to 3 times at the light source compared to 55W halogen bulbs. • Improved safety & visibility – Unique light design makes your vehicle more visible to oncoming cars.
MECHANICALServiced by ZAKIRAS GARAGE. Cincinnati. Ohio.  One of the world's leading automobile shops specializing in restorations and maintenance of race & touring cars.  www. zakiras. comComplete Safety/reliability inspection. including:Replaced timing belt. tensioner. camshaft seal. and valve cover gasket.  Performed valve train maintenance. repaired transmission cooler lines. plugs. replaced/tightened exhaust clamps. adjusted warm idle and re-set ignition timing and free choke linkage.
Other repairs & maintenance over last 12 months:• Cleaned Carburetor• New Master Cylinder. replaced brake booster & bled the braking system• New Front Springs• Replaced front rotors and pads• Chassis lube• Tightened power steering belt• Tune ups. including oil changes. new spark plugs. oil filter. and air filter• New battery
Included with sale:Original 8-page color 1978 Mercury Bobcat sales brochure (in protective plastic)

Additional Audio Visual Navigation Features Built-In MOSFET 50W x 4 Amplifier• 3 Sets of  RCA Preouts (2V) for System Expansion• 8-Band Graphic Equalizer• Auto EQ (CD-MC20 required)• Sonic Center Control with Advanced Touch Slide Operation• Rear View Camera Input• Wired Remote Input• Included Remote Control• Separate on/off switch for DVD operation• USB & line-in ports Use your new Bobcat's advanced microphone built into the rear view mirror to stay safe and obey local hands-free laws with built-in Bluetooth (HFP). With Secure Simple Pairing. you can easily pair a Bluetooth enabled phone to the AVH-P2400BT without having to enter pin codes or go through complicated settings. When a registered Bluetooth device is in close proximity to the receiver. the auto connection function automatically pairs the two units. If you have a compatible audio player device that also features built-in Bluetooth. you have the ability to wirelessly stream (A2DP) and control audio (AVRCP) to the receiver.      Pioneer's AVH-P2400BT is ready to roll with direct connectivity to your iPod or iPhone for music and video via the optional USB interface cable (CD-IU51V interface cable sold separately). Song. artist. time and album information are beautifully displayed on the 5. 8" touchscreen. Powerful tools such as Link Search and Alphabet Search to help you find content faster. The system's wired USB connection provides direct digital signal transfer from the device for clean. clear sound while providing 1 amp of current to keep your iPod or iPhone charged With App Mode you can enjoy listening and viewing the content on select compatible apps directly on the receiver's display from a connected iPhone or iPod Touch. Limited controls such as track forward or reverse may be executed from the receiver.   Select among five colors (Blue/Red/Amber/Green/Violet) for the display and 112 different colors to match unit illumination to your vehicle's interior lighting. Also choose from several background images to suit your mood.
For MORE PICTURES of this beauty check out our slide show on youtube http://www. youtube. com/watch?v=W0Pvte2ZjRo
If you have any questions please don't hesitate to ask. and good luck bidding!

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