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1953 Mercury Customline
Stock #01528-ATL

1953 Mercury Customline for Sale

Charlotte Showroom
5400 West WT Harris Blvd
Charlotte. NC 28269
Local/International: (704) 598-2130
Toll-Free: (866) 542-8392
Hours: Mon - Fri: 9AM - 6PM EST
Sat: 9AM - 5PM EST
Email: sales-cha@streetsideclassics. com Atlanta Showroom
213 Thornton Rd
Lithia Springs. GA 30122
Local/International: (678) 279-1609
Toll-Free: (877) 367-1835
Hours: Mon - Fri: 9AM - 6PM EST
Sat: 9AM - 5PM EST
Email: sales-atl@streetsideclassics. com Dallas/Fort Worth Showroom
5400 Sandshell Dr
Fort Worth. TX 76137
Local/International: (817) 764-8000
Toll-Free: (855) 877-2707
Hours: Mon - Fri: 9AM - 6PM CST
Sat: 9AM - 5PM CST
Email: sales-dfw@streetsideclassics. com

VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE:   Flathead V8 (255 CI V8) BODY STYLE :   Coupe TRANSMISSION:  
3 Speed Manual
EXTERIOR COLOR:   ODOMETER READING:   94831 INTERIOR COLOR :      

VEHICLE FEATURES & OPTIONS

AM Radio. Heat. Seatbelts-Front. Vinyl Interior

SELLER REMARKS

The last of the flathead V8s can be found under the hood of this 1953 Mercury Customline 2-door. marking the end of the reign of one of the most influential engines in history. Fortunately. this Merc is also a wonderful car in every way. so the flathead definitely went out with a bang.


With all the focus on vintage hot-rodding. it's easy to forget that your parents and grandparents drove cars like this to work every day. With that in mind. you shouldn't be surprised that this one works as well as it does or that it looks so polished. The Mercury brand was hitting on all eight cylinders in 1953. boasting impressive sales and a rejuvenated image thanks to cars like this. The subtle color is pretty close to the original Yosemite Yellow. and with that unusual padded roof. it has a distinguished look that fits the Mercury's upscale status. Repainted about eight years ago. it's important to note that this car has never had a frame-off restoration. so it has looked this good pretty much its entire life. Straight bodywork comes from clean living not a restorer's tools. and it still fits together with a precision that feels authentic. Heavy chrome bumpers are in very good condition. and it appears that most of the stainless trim is original. so it could be easily buffed and polished to really stand out.


The tan interior was replaced at the same time the car was painted and shows almost no signs of use since then. The vinyl upholstery is durable and comfortable. stitched into factory-correct patterns that value simplicity over flash. The dashboard. however. is a different story with its futuristic look. floating instrument panel. and aircraft-style control levers for the secondary controls. Handsome door panels with contrasting window moldings are in excellent shape and the headliner remains taut and wrinkle-free. The carpet isn't quite the right stuff. but it fits well and matches the rest of the interior. so you won't have to worry about it now or in the future. The factory AM radio is still in the dash. and this car carries an accessory spotlight on the driver's A-pillar. which is always a fun addition. The sanitary trunk offers fresh upholstery and full-sized spare tire.


The 1953 Mercury flathead V8 is the one all the hot-rodders want. and for good reason: it's the biggest and most powerful of the bunch. With 255 cubic inches and 125 horsepower. it's not exactly race-ready. but it moves the tidy Merc effortlessly with that characteristic flathead burble. Part of the joy of a flathead like this is the way it goes about its business with great torque and a fun exhaust note that'll have you blipping the throttle as you go through tunnels. It's painted bright red. as it should be. and still carries the correct carb and generator (upgraded to 12-volts) up top and cast iron manifolds underneath. The single exhaust splits into two outlets just ahead of the rear axle. and the 3-speed manual transmission is a pleasure to slip through the gears. New 215/75/15 wide whitewall radials retain the vintage look but deliver modern handling that you'll definitely appreciate.


A neat 2-door Merc with flathead power. this Customline is a no-disappointments car that proves you don't need a roadster to have fun with a flathead. Call today!

1953 Mercury Customline for Sale

 

1953 Mercury Customline for Sale

Stock # 01528-ATL  
Charlotte Showroom
5400 West WT Harris Blvd
Charlotte. NC 28269
Local/International: (704) 598-2130
Toll-Free: (866) 542-8392
Hours: Mon - Fri: 9AM - 6PM EST
Sat: 9AM - 5PM EST
Email: sales-cha@streetsideclassics. com Atlanta Showroom
213 Thornton Rd
Lithia Springs. GA 30122
Local/International: (678) 279-1609
Toll-Free: (877) 367-1835
Hours: Mon - Fri: 9AM - 6PM EST
Sat: 9AM - 5PM EST
Email: sales-atl@streetsideclassics. com Dallas/Fort Worth Showroom
5400 Sandshell Dr
Fort Worth. TX 76137
Local/International: (817) 764-8000
Toll-Free: (855) 877-2707
Hours: Mon - Fri: 9AM - 6PM CST
Sat: 9AM - 5PM CST
Email: sales-dfw@streetsideclassics. com

TERMS OF SALE  

1. Per the eBay User Agreement. by placing a bid you are entering into a legally binding contract and are committed to purchasing the vehicle described above. The details of this commitment are further outlined in the eBay User Agreement.

2. Vehicle may be sold by Streetside Classic Cars prior to the end of the auction. Streetside Classic Cars reserves the right to end its auctions early or to cancel bids solely at its discretion and shall not be held liable for any such cancellation.

3. The winning bidder is required to contact Streetside Classic Cars within 24 hours after the close of the auction to finalize the details of the transaction.

4. A $1. 00 non-refundable deposit is required within 48 hours of the auction's close.   This deposit reserves the vehicle and removes it from the market. Acceptable payment types for deposit are: credit card. wire transfer. cashier's check. and money order.

5. If winning bidder does not contact Streetside Classic Cars and submit deposit within 48 hours of auction close. vehicle may be made available to the next highest bidder or another qualified buyer on a first come. first serve basis.

6. Streetside Classic Cars has represented this vehicle to the best of its ability. Prospective bidders are encouraged to contact us directly to provide additional information or answer any questions.

7. Please be aware that all pre-owned vehicles. regardless of age. mileage. or manufacturer are subject to cosmetic wear and mechanical failure. Streetside Classic Cars encourages bidder to have a personal inspection completed prior to delivery to help ensure your satisfaction. Third party inspections are to take place prior to a vehicles shipment or delivery.

8. All vehicles are sold "AS IS" and with no warranties expressed or implied.

9. Final or winning bid price does not include shipping. tax. title. or registration fees. It is the purchaser's responsibility to provide for any state or local taxes and shipping expenses resulting from the sale.

10. We can assist you in delivery through our network of private and commercial carriers. Most of them can deliver the vehicle to your driveway. We assume no responsibility for damages or delays incurred once a vehicle is in a shipper's custody.

11. Streetside Classic Cars bears no liability and shall be held harmless for any complications. expenses. or damages resulting from a failure to meet these terms as they have been set forth and established herein.

12. An additional documentation fee of $199 will be added to the purchase price at the time of sale.

WE WELCOME INTERNATIONAL BUYERS

As an international buyer. it is as easy to purchase a vehicle from us as it is for any domestic buyer.   Please call or email any one of our showrooms at:

Charlotte Showroom Phone:
001-704-598-2130

Email
sales-cha@streetsideclassics. com

Atlanta Showroom Phone:
001-678-279-1609

Email
sales-atl@streetsideclassics. com

Dallas/Fort Worth Showroom Phone:
001-817-764-8000

Email
sales-dfw@streetsideclassics. com

Rest assured. you are dealing with one of the largest classic car dealerships in the United States with one of the largest (500+) vehicles on display. Our sales staff is very knowledgeable and can assist you in every aspect of the purchase.

International buyers welcome!
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If you decide to purchase from us. we require that you give us your complete name. address and phone numbers (home. office. mobile and fax) and a port of entry that handles containers. We do not ship vehicles open (RORO: Roll On Roll Off) due to risk of damage to vehicle and theft of parts.

All international purchases must be paid by bank wire transfer in US Dollar funds only.

Once we have received the funds. we will prepare the car for international shipment through one of our approved land and ocean carriers. We file all the necessary documents for export. deliver the car to a US port. secure it in containers and board an ocean carrier. We can land a vehicle to any port worldwide handling container traffic. We export cars regularly and are familiar with export requirements. You. or your agent. are responsible for Custom clearing the vehicle and registration in your own country.

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