SOLD: 1956 Mercury "Crown" Montclair sold on Hemmings $48k

www.hemmings.com/auction/1956...
Rare Custom 1956 Mercury "Crown" Montclair.
This is ONE of only 4 Montclairs that were customized to have at the Ford Victoria roof trim by Gerald York back in the late 60's and early 70's. The Victoria trim is a perfect match for the Mercury and dresses it up as a very unique Montclair. It's been featured many times in magazines including Old Cars Weekly and has won many trophies.
Body on frame complete restoration. Every surface that could be powder-coated was powder-coated. Upholstery color matches the exterior colors perfectly. All chrome is in excellent condition. No rust. 312ci rebuilt V/8 (with 1500 miles), matched to an automatic transmission with overdrive. Holley 4-Barrel Carburetor (Tri-Power Manifold available). New stock high efficiency radiator.
Power steering, new Wilwood front power disc brakes. Continental kit (removable). Dual mirror spotlights. Chrome wire wheels with new radial whitewall tires.
www.spokemotors.com

[@Porsche996driver]

Beautiful colors and amazing design.
Mercurys were really special.
I’d like to see it without the continental kit and maybe dropped just a bit.

[@2packs4sure]

Wow that thing is really beautiful,, the continental kit ruins it for me but that is one hell of a car !!

[@plophlegm]

one word: wow

[@davidkastin4240]

What a spectacular Mercury Montclair 💙😈

[@wesleycook7687]

Nice. Saw one other in a movie years ago. Don't know if it was factory or customized.

[@guydupuis421]

Not original, too many add ins !