1964 Mercury Park Lane Marauder “The Midnight Marauder” & Ride on My Car Story with Lou Costabile

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  • Опубліковано 14 кві 2021
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    On "My Car Story" we're in the North Suburbs of IL on 4-2-21.
    We're looking at a 1964 Mercury Park Lane Marauder in Black Paint and features a factory 390 CI V8 Engine.
    The car's Owner is Kevin Rogers. Kevin’s had this car since 2019. He shares loves the luxury details on this car, everything works, and it goes well too.
    ENJOY!
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  • @TheGunfighter45acp
    @TheGunfighter45acp 3 роки тому +46

    This Merc' is outstanding. All that power, good looks, and air-conditioning, too! Kevin definitely put alot of TLC into this one. Thanks, Lou!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому +2

      Hi TheGunfighter45acp, This one has it all :-) You're welcome, Lou

  • @chriscarson1493
    @chriscarson1493 3 роки тому +27

    Mercury really had a hand with some of the best looking cars of the 60s. These were just the ticket for many miles of happy cruising locally or cross country.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Chris, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) Enjoyed reading your comment, Lou

  • @Scalihoo
    @Scalihoo 3 роки тому +7

    Now thats a cool car, my friend had one in white same year I cruised many miles in that thing

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому +1

      Hi Florida Free State Al, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Friends car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

  • @1955mouse
    @1955mouse 3 роки тому +14

    love those oldie classics, especially the "plain jane" classic speedsters!! lol

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi mouse, Happy to read enjoy these classics :-) Me too, Lou

  • @garycrawford2256
    @garycrawford2256 3 роки тому +7

    One thing I like about Lou's channel is that he shows a lot of Mercurys and Buicks.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Happy to read you enjoy the selection of car on this Channel :-)

    • @chuckhaugan4970
      @chuckhaugan4970 3 роки тому

      And, he seems to find a ton of holy grail Chrysler 300's.... He even had a short reach ram induction prior to the advent of the 426. Lou has an eye.

  • @timonsolus
    @timonsolus 3 роки тому +9

    Glossy jet black and polished chrome, can’t beat it... beautiful!

  • @josephconsoli4128
    @josephconsoli4128 3 роки тому +17

    Nice ominous look with the all-black body, tires, and rims. The "pop-open" AC is very cool. A simple way to cut off the venting in the winter. I like how they used the top-of-the-line Park Lane model combining both comfort and power. The "personal luxury" car is the one type that I sorely miss today. Sporty and fast, yet luxurious - and of course a 2-DOOR ONLY! LOL

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому +2

      Hi Joseph, I thought that "pop-open" venting was very cool too :-) I enjoy reading your comment to understand the details you see, Lou

    • @patkane761
      @patkane761 3 роки тому +2

      I'm with you!!! Bring'em back...

  • @mkearns60
    @mkearns60 3 роки тому +4

    Thank you to the cars owner for allowing us to enjoy this masterpiece.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому +1

      Hi Michael, High praise :-) Hope you see many more cars on this UA-cam Channel you enjoy. Please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this UA-cam Channel, Lou

  • @audiobuff77
    @audiobuff77 3 роки тому +3

    Beautiful car! And those are my all time favorite hubcaps. I'm glad the owner switched to a smaller size rim.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi audiobuff77, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car & the hubcaps too :-) Lou

  • @AtlantaGymFan
    @AtlantaGymFan 3 роки тому +9

    Great looking car!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому +1

      Hi Brock, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) Lou

  • @iswc27
    @iswc27 3 роки тому +9

    Hi, Lou! "I'm not gonna let them catch me, no, not gonna let them catch the Midnight Marauder".
    The Park Lane was the top-of-the-line Mercury in two production runs, from 1958 to 1960 and from 1964 to 1968, before being succeeded by the Marquis. In between, it disappeared (as did the Montclair) because Mercury had to move downmarket after the Edsel's failure. The iconic black Mercury that Jack Lord drove during the early years of "Hawaii Five-O" was a 1968 Park Lane. You can get the full story on the series in the latest issue of Collectible Automobile magazine (June 2021).
    The Marauder was introduced in 1963 as a member of the S-55 series in the fastback hardtop style like Kevin's car. In '64 and '65, there were two-door and four-door Marauder fastbacks in all the full-size series: Monterey, Montclair and Park Lane. It returned for 1969 and 1970, with the X-100 being the performance version. It came back a third time in 2003 and 2004 based on the Grand Marquis sedan. Kevin is very fortunate to have found this one, being one of 2,721 produced. Thank you both for taking all of us boys along on the Midnight Run!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi iswc27, "I'm not gonna let them catch me, no, not gonna let them catch the Midnight Marauder" that's catchy, that should be a song :-) The information you share is GREAT. Thank you for sharing. My pleasure sharing with you, and you're welcome, Lou

  • @davidkastin4240
    @davidkastin4240 3 роки тому +21

    The Maurader is the high performance model and this one is as rare as hens teeth. You just don't see them as a Maurader 😍

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому +1

      Hi David, Happy to read you appreciate the rarity of this car :-) Lou

    • @normanjones5167
      @normanjones5167 3 роки тому +4

      Very nice ..... but the 390 in this one is only 300 h.p. The 427 in 4v and 8v 425 h.p. Were an option but no a.c. And only 4spd. Those are the really rare ones. Not picking this car just saying.

    • @opera93
      @opera93 3 роки тому +1

      @@normanjones5167 thanks, I had forgotten on MAURADERS, ETC. INTERESTINGLY, I would have GLADLY settled for MEEC 390: with a 61 FKRD CONV , 1966 GALAXIE 500 XL* (4 speed) it was the venerable ***352,*& my 56 FORD FAIRLANE (*THE 292 THUNDERBIRD /4 BBL??), and my first car was a 54 FORD V8/2 Dr/3 tree,***with 57 289 V8 (*?? we never did verify which),Carter 4 BBL/Dual exh/ mild custom(!!).... Anyways, *& admittedly the 352 ‘s held up, & fair gas mileage , esp,the 66 /4 SPEED/ GALAXIE seen a lot of MILES;; and I done a lot to,that FORD).! Anyways, we did hear about the 427/ 4 speeds!!

    • @kimmorrison9169
      @kimmorrison9169 3 роки тому +2

      @@normanjones5167 Norm, your 100% correct! I’ve seen a couple ‘64 Merc’s with R code 427’s and they are extremely rare and desireable. Some of these 390’s came with dealer installed tri power carb option.
      390 4V’s not so rare

    • @jerryw6699
      @jerryw6699 3 роки тому

      @@normanjones5167 The regular Marauder 390 was 300 hp, The super Marauder was 330 hp and you could certainly tell the difference. We owned a 65 supermarauder 390, much higher compression.

  • @dalerobinson3184
    @dalerobinson3184 3 роки тому +5

    Makes my heart go pitter -patter. Dang wish that was setting in my garage. 😁😁😁 nice Brother.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Dale, Happy to read this one gets the heart going :-) Lou

  • @bannedheretic2971
    @bannedheretic2971 3 роки тому +14

    Thank you for doing your uploading in the 🌄 morning...nice, positive way to start the day 😀

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому +1

      Hi Peripatetic Tom, My pleasure sharing this one with you :-) Thank you for the encouraging words, and I appreciate that, Lou

  • @JeffKing310
    @JeffKing310 3 роки тому +8

    Very nice Marauder! These are rare- I don’t think I have ever seen one in real life. The rear overhang/deck is about the size of a Mini.
    Thanks Kevin for sharing this beauty with us. And thanks Lou for documenting it so well.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому +1

      Hi Jeff King, Happy to read you appreciate the rarity of this car :-) My pleasure sharing this one with you, and you're welcome, Lou

  • @mightylonesome9426
    @mightylonesome9426 3 роки тому +4

    Good job Lou. That's not a car one normally thinks of when the word "classics" comes to mind. It's great to see these types of cars get their due respect.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому +1

      Hi Mighty Lonesome, My pleasure sharing this rare treat with you :-) Lou

  • @dancerjim
    @dancerjim 3 роки тому +27

    I’m usually a Chevy/GM guy, but I admit this one is pretty sweet.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому +2

      Hi Jim, So for you it's a Mercury "Converter" :-) Lou

    • @lloydyoung8628
      @lloydyoung8628 3 роки тому

      @@loucostabile aa

  • @godzilla6740
    @godzilla6740 3 роки тому +2

    Another excellent episode ! I have a 2004 Marauder 56,000 on clock and a wonderful 1964 Marauder scale model in black on a shelf in my iiving room.
    Beautiful car...Mercury knew how to do it right.
    Thanks Lou

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi James, Happy to read you're enjoying your cool car, and a mini version of this one too. NICE! You're welcome, Lou

  • @bartricky5894
    @bartricky5894 3 роки тому +5

    They were nice handling cars due to the large rear overhang that helped balance the car (check out the profile). The CHP used them because of that. I had a '66 Monterey 390 three on the tree that made a great road car. Thanks Lou...

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi BartRicky, Thank you for viewing and sharing your knowledge. You're welcome, Lou

  • @randybills3848
    @randybills3848 3 роки тому +3

    thats very cool my uncle bought a new mercury in 1963 it was the one the rear window angeled in and went up and down very nice cars

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Randy, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Uncles car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

  • @steelassault262
    @steelassault262 3 роки тому +5

    Magnificent mercury!!! The interior was splendid and if he gets on the accelerator it turns into the black blurrrrr ;)

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Steel Assault, High praise :-) Lou

  • @chrisubias7135
    @chrisubias7135 3 роки тому +6

    Wow truly a rare car. Very nice

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Chris, Happy to read you appreciate the rarity of this car :-) Lou

  • @russelladams6432
    @russelladams6432 3 роки тому +2

    "The Midnight Marauder" I like that name. So clean and subtle. The dog dish caps really finish off the look. The 390 was no slouch in the right car. My friend in high school had one in his 65 4 door Galaxee 500 LTD. It suprised a lot of Camaro and Monte Carlo owners in the early 90s. :) Thank you for sharing this one with us. Great car with great history. Take care.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому +1

      Hi Russell, Happy to read this one brings back memories of your Friends 65 Galaxie :-) My pleasure sharing with you, and you're welcome, Lou

  • @rudolphguarnacci197
    @rudolphguarnacci197 3 роки тому +2

    Man, baby moons. I used to think they looked so awful in the 70s when everybody was putting Cragars deep-dish mags or 5-spoke chrome. I think some of the recent rise in the popularity of the plain "hub cap" look is from the way the cop cars are being dressed. Enthusiasts have realized just what a classic, good look it is. Another great find, really. Never even heard of a Marauder before. Thanks again, Lou. You da man!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Rudolph, Happy to read your thoughts on the "baby moons". Glad you appreciate the rarity of this car, and you're welcome, Lou

  • @audieconrad8995
    @audieconrad8995 3 роки тому +7

    Very sweet feature Lou. Rare car - nicely preserved. The 390 was a torque monster. Reminds me of the time when me and my buddy were doing burnouts with his dad's '69 LTD 390 and snapped a motor mount. It was a long drive back to his house to inform him...

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому +3

      Hi Audie, Ahhhh unforgettable burnouts in Dad's LTD....good times :-) Other then the conversation about the motor mount :-( Lou

    • @rudolphguarnacci197
      @rudolphguarnacci197 3 роки тому

      Should have put heavy duty motor mounts from the factory. Must've been a design flaw!

  • @zincorbie
    @zincorbie 3 роки тому +7

    A serious and handsome car. Thanks Lou.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому +2

      Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car zinc orbie. You're welcome.

    • @zincorbie
      @zincorbie 3 роки тому +3

      @@loucostabile It was a little little early for Hawaii Five-0 but Jack Lord loved this make.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому +1

      I can see why he'd like this one :-)

  • @tippey2011
    @tippey2011 3 роки тому +3

    Wow Lou what a rare car this is! That is just a big black powerhouse! Loved the engine sound and that ride along had to be awesome! What s great owner too and you can sure tell he loves his baby! That unit gad such great lines to it and such a luxurious interior. Those baby moon hubcaps looked just right on that unit. Just a awesome old Mercury plus I love all Mercury's anyway. A great video Lou and thanks for sharing with us!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому +1

      Hi Steve, Happy to read you appreciate the rarity of this car :-) Glad to share the sounds of this car with you. My pleasure sharing with you, and you're welcome, Lou

    • @kevinrogers7405
      @kevinrogers7405 3 роки тому

      Thank you . I took a chance with the moons but almost everyone loves it !

  • @normmelanson9345
    @normmelanson9345 3 роки тому +4

    That 390 motor sounds amazing.That Mercury is beautiful and fast .Great car Lou 👍

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Norm, Happy to read you enjoy the looks & sounds of this car :-) Lou

  • @ericball6000
    @ericball6000 3 роки тому +2

    Lou,in all my years as a gear head, I have only seen 2 Marauder's,and that one is the best, thanx for the ride,cheers.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Eric, I've seen two too. Here is the 1st one, enjoy! Lou ua-cam.com/video/_7REQGrqJRU/v-deo.html

    • @ericball6000
      @ericball6000 3 роки тому

      @@loucostabile thanx,I like that one also.

  • @ronsimpson7596
    @ronsimpson7596 3 роки тому +2

    Marauder aptly named, denotes aggressive motoring for sure, nicely detailed mill, I believe all Mercury were made in Canada. This one seems to be a mild restomod. White interior is quite flamboyant! Can see Lincoln influence in ip.Don Draper would love it! Huge trunk plenty of room for the clubs!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Ron, "denotes aggressive motoring for sure" Just the way we like it :-) Thank you for sharing, Lou

  • @johnjuarez8005
    @johnjuarez8005 3 роки тому +4

    Great car and sound. Another unique gem.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi John, Happy to read you enjoy this "unique gem" :-) Thank you for viewing & sharing, Lou

  • @davestelling
    @davestelling 3 роки тому +4

    Kevin beat me to it; being able to fit TWO buddies in the trunk at the Drive-In movies.
    Don't ask me how I know that!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Dave, NICE! :-) Lou

    • @stuckinmygarage6220
      @stuckinmygarage6220 3 роки тому

      I'm thinking Cheech and Chong...

    • @allanjechorek4381
      @allanjechorek4381 3 роки тому

      My buddies just snuck in across the creek and field in the back of the theater so I know what you mean.

  • @2001rams
    @2001rams 3 роки тому +2

    Thanks Kevin and Lou. There are a number of great Mercury's and the 63-64 Marauder is one of them. From front to back you can see this series of car was quite an upgrade over a similar Ford. These models look so good in black and that interior (especially in white) can not be outdone.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Allen, Happy to read you enjoy this car :-) My pleasure sharing this one with you, and you're welcome, Lou

  • @DontWatchProductions
    @DontWatchProductions 3 роки тому +2

    Wow! This was my brothers first car. He bought it used for $200. It was the car I learned to drive in. You don't see many cars with stainless trim. The car is in rough shape but the trim still shines like new. Good to see a running copy.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi D W, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Brothers car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this UA-cam Channel, Lou

  • @Funsho97
    @Funsho97 3 роки тому +3

    Oh my goodness that car looks sinister and the stance is perfect!!!

  • @Dunkaroos248
    @Dunkaroos248 3 роки тому +2

    Flows sound so good on old carburated engines. Cool, rare car.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Dunkaroos, Happy to read you appreciate the rarity of this car, and this cars sounds :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this UA-cam Channel, Lou

  • @fredanddebramacdonald2445
    @fredanddebramacdonald2445 3 роки тому +2

    From an era when they built real cars. This is a very rare car, and with working air!?! I don’t know who polished that paint, but this one is near perfect in every respect! Thanks to you and Kevin for a perfect car story about a wonderful and perfect car! You always bring us the best stuff. Yes and perfect exhaust note too!! Thanks LOU.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Fred and Debra MacDonald, Happy to read this is a "perfect car story" and "perfect exhaust note too!" High praise :-) You're welcome, Lou

  • @chrisjeffries2322
    @chrisjeffries2322 3 роки тому +6

    Thank you Lou and Kevin, what a nice 64 Mercury.

  • @firefightergoggie
    @firefightergoggie 3 роки тому +2

    I've never seen one before and I LIKE IT!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому +1

      Happy to read you LIKE this car :-)

  • @samrumade9429
    @samrumade9429 3 роки тому +2

    A local guy ,Ford fanatic has same car,only 390,3 deuces,4 speed,black interior. Magnum 500 wheels. Gorgeous car.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Sam, Happy to read you appreciate this car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this UA-cam Channel, Lou

  • @donaldheitger6731
    @donaldheitger6731 3 роки тому +2

    Gorgeous car, wow.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Donald, Happy to read you appreciate the looks of this car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this UA-cam Channel, Lou

  • @briansd2772
    @briansd2772 3 роки тому +3

    That Super Marauder sounds Super Great! Thanks Lou!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому +1

      Hi Brian SD, Happy to read you enjoy this "Super" car :-) You're welcome, Lou

  • @wildcolonialman
    @wildcolonialman 3 роки тому +2

    Fabulous. Special and brilliant.

  • @MisterMikeTexas
    @MisterMikeTexas 3 роки тому +17

    They won't catch The Midnight Rider if he's driving this Marauder! 😄😄

  • @jimv7067
    @jimv7067 2 роки тому +1

    I'm so in love with that Mercury! That's a real man's car!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  2 роки тому

      Hi Joe, Happy to read you are so in love with this car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this UA-cam Channel, Lou

  • @RustyCar
    @RustyCar 3 роки тому +5

    What a beautiful car! That start-up was silky smooth and instant. And a nice sound befitting a great car. The interior pattern looks like it belongs in a higher-end model instead of sinister looking Marauder. Great presentation Lou & Kevin! Have fun cruising around!!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Rusty, Happy to read the details you enjoy, and glad to take you along for the ride :-) Lou

  • @steveflor9942
    @steveflor9942 3 роки тому +3

    Rare, unique, awesome car.
    Supposed true story: Ralph Nader looked up "Marauder" in the dictionary: "One that lays waste to the countryside." Quite a stir at the time:)

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Steve, High praise for this "awesome" car :-) Thank you for viewing & sharing, Lou

  • @jameswagoner3309
    @jameswagoner3309 3 роки тому +2

    What an excellent car, Lou...
    Anything with that high compression 390 Interceptor engine is bound to be fast...
    But with that car you can go fast with class! Another terrific car, Lou.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому +1

      Hi James, Fast & class....NICE! Lou

  • @jeffbryan2591
    @jeffbryan2591 3 роки тому +1

    My family had a breezeway . As kids we used to get a kick out of driving around with the back window down on a hot summer day

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Jeff, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Family car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this UA-cam Channel, Lou

  • @jaybrown1828
    @jaybrown1828 3 роки тому +2

    I had a turquoise 1964 Merc Montclair 4 dr with a 390 3 on the column.It ran great!!!! Got it in 1968 for $800. Old man owned it,45,000 miles.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Jay, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this UA-cam Channel, Lou

  • @hensleyshobbies-doug7761
    @hensleyshobbies-doug7761 3 роки тому +3

    Awesome Lou! Love those old highway cruisers like that!

  • @donaldshortreed3011
    @donaldshortreed3011 3 роки тому +2

    Hi Lou, I really enjoyed this video of the beautiful Maurader. It brought back many fond memories. I bought a new black Mercury Monterey 2dr hdtp in 1962. Loved this car. Would love to see you do a show sometime on one of these. Thank you.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Donald, Happy to read this one brings back memories of your car. Hope I see a cool 1962 too :-) You're welcome, Lou

  • @Irishfan
    @Irishfan Рік тому +1

    Oh, I like Mercury's. My uncle owned them, I remember three of his, a 59 Monterey, 65, and 72 both Park Lanes. Beautiful cars! My dad had a 66 Comet, and a 69 Montego. Another uncle had a 61 Comet. I had a couple of Cougars a 76 and 2000. My last Mercury was a 2010 Milan Premier. It was the most luxurious of all the cars I had. It was fully loaded with options. I wish they still made the Mercury line. The 2010 model year was the last. There are still some on the road, but not many. The older models like the 64 in this video are very rare. I occasionally see Ford's from back in the 60's, but not the Mercury's. This video was a real treat.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  Рік тому

      Hi Daniel, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Uncles cars :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

  • @patkane761
    @patkane761 3 роки тому +2

    I've known about the 64 Marauder for a while, but I didn't know the Pikes Peak thing. I learned something this morning 😁
    Again another great video Lou 👍👍

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому +1

      Hi Pat, I had no idea about Pike Peak. Glad we both learned that, and I find the learning FUN :-) Thank you for the kind words on the video. It's appreciated, Lou

  • @aipo86t
    @aipo86t 3 роки тому +2

    My Dad had one. Loved that car. The only way it would fit in the garage was to fit the front bumper between the studs, then the garage door would barley close. As my dad would say it was goin' machine.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому +1

      Hi aipo86t, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Dads car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this UA-cam Channel, Lou

  • @plymouthduster2252
    @plymouthduster2252 3 роки тому +2

    Another great car Lou, must be a pretty rare one. I have never seen one in person before.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому +1

      Hi PlymouthDuster 225, Happy to read you appreciate the rarity of this car :-) I've seen two, and you can too, enjoy! Lou ua-cam.com/video/_7REQGrqJRU/v-deo.html

  • @BillofRights1951
    @BillofRights1951 3 роки тому +2

    I had no idea there was that interim step with the AC in Mercury's in 1964. The Fords still had the "Selectaire" hanging below the dash in essentially a recirculate-only set up. This was the same... just a clever, more aesthetic dash vent diversion. The full integration with vacuum controlled baffles and fresh/recirc options became standard across all full size models in '65...

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Bill, Happy to read you learned something about this car. I'm learning all the time, and I find that to be so much fun, Lou

  • @4440pvc
    @4440pvc 3 роки тому +2

    Back in 1964 my mom bought my uncles 61 mercury and a few days later my uncle showed up with a 64 special order dark green supper Marauder 4 speed with the 410 big block mercury engine and boy would it fly.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi 4440pvc, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Moms car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

  • @jamesroper5470
    @jamesroper5470 3 роки тому +2

    This is one awesome Mercury. The trunk could be used as a 2nd bedroom. LOL 🤣

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi James, Happy to read you enjoy this "awesome" car & a 2nd bedroom too :-) Lou

  • @paulhardman2515
    @paulhardman2515 3 роки тому +2

    I have a 2003 Marauder and would love to have a classic one like this one!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Paul, One like this would make your garage look like a "Father & Son Team" of cars :-) Hope you see many more cars on this UA-cam Channel you enjoy. Please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this UA-cam Channel, Lou

  • @teddysmith457
    @teddysmith457 3 роки тому +2

    That’s the first time I’ve ever seen one of those that is one beautiful car

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому +1

      Hi Teddy Smith, I've only seen two, and here is the other one, enjoy! Lou ua-cam.com/video/_7REQGrqJRU/v-deo.html

  • @michaelpacini1332
    @michaelpacini1332 3 роки тому +2

    Beautiful black beauty Marauder. Thanks Lou

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Michael, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this one :-) You're welcome, Lou

  • @tamalsengupta5377
    @tamalsengupta5377 Рік тому +1

    what a great polite man just like his elegant car! oh boy i love everything about that car!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  Рік тому +1

      Hi Feral Samoyed, Happy to read "what a great polite man just like his elegant car! oh boy i love everything about that car!" :-) Hope you see many more cars on this UA-cam Channel you enjoy. Please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this UA-cam Channel, Lou

  • @dannywilkins887
    @dannywilkins887 3 роки тому +3

    Yeah I like-ALOT!!

  • @YKXZWX
    @YKXZWX 3 роки тому +5

    It's my impression or the hood seems to be a bit short in proportion to the line of the car? Amazing car nonetheless.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi YKXZWX, Thank you for viewing and sharing your thoughts. Hope you see many more cars on this UA-cam Channel you enjoy. Please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this UA-cam Channel, Lou

  • @midnightgambler3718
    @midnightgambler3718 3 роки тому +3

    nice way to start our day Sir!! It's gorgeous! We're still watching each video but usually on the firestick, not able to make comments ;-( ... my Sir *LOVES* your channel !!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому +1

      Hi Midnight Gambler, Happy to read you're enjoying the cars on the Channel! Glad you're along for the ride. Please remember to watch the commercials at the beginning of the video (or at least the ones you can), as that's how I get paid so I can keep sharing with you :-) Lou

  • @tct9mm151
    @tct9mm151 3 роки тому +2

    These Mercs seemed to have the perfect balance between "show and go"!! they're more than a Ford but a bit less than a Lincoln.
    This particular Merc is a beautiful example of how nicely equipped the Mercury cars were.
    GREAT VIDEO LOU.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi TCT9MM, Happy to read your thoughts on this car. Glad to read you enjoy this video :-) Lou

  • @thomasc4753
    @thomasc4753 3 роки тому +2

    Excellent video! This Merc is absolutely gorgeous.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому +1

      Hi Thomas C, High praise :-) Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car, Lou

  • @ramongonzalez2112
    @ramongonzalez2112 2 роки тому +1

    My dad’s first car. He bought one used in ‘69. Our marauder was maroon with black interior, center console, and bucket seats. Btw Kevin looks like a young Mike Holmgren.😊🤗

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  2 роки тому

      Hi Ramon, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Dads 1st car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

  • @louiskats5116
    @louiskats5116 3 роки тому +2

    Goodday Lou,
    Funny this is that one was recently sold at Mecum Auction in Houston couple of weeks ago. Never heard of such a cruiser before, & lone behold you feature one on your channel.
    What are the chances of that, that's what I love about your channel expect the unexpected.
    Beautiful sleeper of a Mercury., great work.
    Your number 1 Fan in Australia
    Louis Kats from Melbourne Australia ☺ 👍 ❤

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Louis, Seems the timing was right on that one :-) Good news! Here is one more, Enjoy! Lou ua-cam.com/video/_7REQGrqJRU/v-deo.html

  • @milfordcivic6755
    @milfordcivic6755 11 місяців тому +1

    Full size luxury sport. I really miss cars like this.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  11 місяців тому +1

      Good news! The cars you like are all right here on this UA-cam Channel :-) Make sure to watch the commercials in full (or at least the ones you can) as that is how I get paid so I can keep sharing with you.

  • @Primus54
    @Primus54 3 роки тому +2

    Great video. The Baby Moons bring back a lot of memories for us guys from the 60’s who couldn’t afford Cragar S/S’s but absolutely HAD to shed the stock hubcaps or be labeled “uncool”! 😱 The trunk lid on this one is long enough to carry a tied down Smart car. Cheers!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Primus54, Happy to read you appreciate this car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this UA-cam Channel, Lou

    • @Primus54
      @Primus54 3 роки тому

      @@loucostabile: You got me... subscribed and notifications turned on! 👍

  • @gene978
    @gene978 3 роки тому +2

    What a Treat that Kevin let us see his Beautiful Baby. I love looking at this generation Mercurys. That interior is just Wow. Red would of been a second nice color on the interior. Love black over red but Black over white in this condition is Classy. Fun Fact. I had no idea that Ford products were doing the Clear Steering wheel rim. I thought that was a GM Only thing. Hmm. TY LOU

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi gene978, Enjoy reading the details you notice on this car :-) My pleasure sharing with you, and you're welcome, Lou

  • @motorTranz
    @motorTranz 3 роки тому +3

    Wow! That's beautiful 😍 Thanks Lou!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому +1

      Happy to receive a "Wow! from you :-) You're welcome motorTranz.

  • @neilbenoit7042
    @neilbenoit7042 3 роки тому +2

    That is one sweet Merc!

  • @sking2173
    @sking2173 3 роки тому +2

    ‘64 was a very good year !!

  • @oldtimerf7602
    @oldtimerf7602 3 роки тому +1

    Merc went crazy with the badging and bling for sure.

  • @TripReviews
    @TripReviews 3 роки тому +3

    Loved the Marauders!

  • @knowbodiesfull5768
    @knowbodiesfull5768 3 роки тому +2

    Marauder? That's an appropriate name for this car, all right! The all-black body and black-wall tires make the car look like a panther ready to attack! This is a sister car to the Ford Galaxie 500XL, and it made quite a few appearances at stock car races during the '60s! But it couldn't hold a candle to the Hemi Plymouths and Richard Petty! The Mercury brand celebrated its Silver Anniversary in 1964; the steering wheel hub centers had XXV (25) on them. It also saw the return of the Park Lane and Montclair models after a three-year absence. The Mercury make was discontinued by the Ford Motor Company on January 4, 2011, after 72 years. (4/16/2021)

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Geminisixtyfour, Thank you for viewing and sharing your knowledge. Hope you see many more cars on this UA-cam Channel you enjoy. Please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this UA-cam Channel, Lou

  • @Johnnyk999
    @Johnnyk999 2 роки тому +1

    My '66 Monterey was very dependable with plenty of power for passing on the highway, etc, and a trunk that wouldn't quit. I forgot just how big they were! This Marauder is nice.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  2 роки тому

      Happy to read you enjoy your Monteray which you can call Ray too :-)

  • @craigjorgensen4637
    @craigjorgensen4637 3 роки тому +4

    I never knew these existed! Pretty cool!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Craig, Happy to share a new car for you :-) Glad to read you think this one is "Pretty cool!", Lou

  • @recalcitrantproductionsllc2661
    @recalcitrantproductionsllc2661 3 роки тому +2

    I started that project and sold that car to Kevin! He did a great job!

    • @recalcitrantproductionsllc2661
      @recalcitrantproductionsllc2661 3 роки тому +1

      I wish I could post the before and after pics. Car was painted two years ago. And yes at Maaco but not some cheap job. It was about 5k for paint. We did the flow masters as well. I liked my rims better lol. He did put correct engine in it. It was a 352 when I sold it to him. I have seen this car in person since Kevin bought it. It is fantastic!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Recalcitrant Productions LLC, Happy to read you're able to see the car again :-) Lou

  • @andrewromano3105
    @andrewromano3105 3 роки тому +2

    LOVE THIS CAR .
    I REMEMBER 1964 WORLDS FAIR IN FLUSHING MEADOW PARK, QUEENS BORO. N.Y.
    THEY HAD THE 64 MERCURY 'S
    THE 64. FORD GALAXY'S.
    MONTERREY, MONTCLAIR
    BACK WINDOW GOES DOWN

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Andrew, Happy to read you "LOVE THIS CAR" :-) Glad to read this one brings back memories too, Lou

  • @jonathan_nc
    @jonathan_nc 3 роки тому +1

    Lou, the latest issue of Collectible Automobile Magazine has a great article on the Mercury Park Lane and it mentioned these Marauders. I just read that article today and then this evening here is your video. Great timing! Love those A/C vents. They're all metal like the ones in our '66 Ford wagon were. They got very cold to the touch and would have condensation on them after the A/C was on a while.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Jonathan NC, Happy to read the timing was great to present this video :-) Thank you for viewing & sharing, Lou

  • @bruceh92
    @bruceh92 3 роки тому +2

    I absolutely love this car. Looks-wise 10 out of 10. Thanks for vid guys.

  • @dumpsterchicken6287
    @dumpsterchicken6287 Рік тому +2

    Fantastic old Merc

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  Рік тому +1

      Happy to read you enjoy this car :-)

  • @richiedigiacomo3937
    @richiedigiacomo3937 3 роки тому +2

    Awesome car... looks like my 64 T-bird under the hood
    beautiful!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      HI Richie, Happy to read you appreciate this car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this UA-cam Channel, Lou

  • @keithmiles3287
    @keithmiles3287 3 роки тому +3

    That is a very nice car I never seen one. I think it's incredibly styled. It's one of the nicest mercurys I have ever seen. The 390 was known as slightly timid compared to some other big engines but I think properly set up and tuned they are potent. The only mercy I like more is a 66 comet gt.i believe mercury was intended to be a bridge gap line of cars between ford and Lincoln. Sometimes they were better than both

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Keith, High praise :-) Happy to share a car you have not seen before. Lou

  • @davidmellott5049
    @davidmellott5049 3 роки тому +1

    I had The 64 Mercury Comet Caliente with the hipo 271 hp 289, which was a fast beautiful car, but I never saw a marauder in person. But I did have the 330 hp 390 in my 67 Cougar and am alive today because I was very lucky, it was a rocket ship in a straight line, but don't try and slide it through a corner, it was not a drifter. I never wreaked it until a guy came through a yield sign. I was sick with grief over losing that car.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi davidmellott50, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this UA-cam Channel, Lou

    • @THRASHMETALFUNRIFFS
      @THRASHMETALFUNRIFFS 3 роки тому

      MUY Cliente'!!!

  • @Apocalypse_Cow
    @Apocalypse_Cow 3 роки тому +1

    We loved the 4 body trunk back in the day. 😉

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Apocalypse Cow, Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many more cars on this UA-cam Channel you enjoy. Please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this UA-cam Channel, Lou

  • @ericwhitehead6451
    @ericwhitehead6451 3 роки тому +2

    Usually a Mopar guy, but damn, nothing sounds like a Ford. Beautiful Mercury!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Eric, So this one for you is the Mercury "Converter" :-) Lou

    • @ericwhitehead6451
      @ericwhitehead6451 3 роки тому +1

      @@loucostabile I've always had a soft spot for Mercury's. :)

    • @kevinrogers7405
      @kevinrogers7405 3 роки тому

      @@ericwhitehead6451 I always wanted a big Merc . I wasn't really shopping but I saw this and jumped at it .

    • @ericwhitehead6451
      @ericwhitehead6451 3 роки тому +1

      @@kevinrogers7405 great choice!

  • @jimparker7778
    @jimparker7778 Рік тому +1

    Had a black 64 Montclair 390. The engine was amazing. Never encountered an FE block Ford or Merc that wasn't smooth and strong.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  Рік тому

      Hi Jim, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

  • @bwsescal
    @bwsescal 2 роки тому +1

    Fabulous Car!! The predecessor to Steve Mc Garrett's triple black 1968 Mercury Park Lane!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  2 роки тому +1

      Hi bwsescal, High praise for this car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this UA-cam Channel, Lou

    • @bwsescal
      @bwsescal 2 роки тому

      @@loucostabile Thanks! I've seen several of your videos. I like how gracious you always are! Thanks. I'm subscribed.

  • @colonelparcoeur
    @colonelparcoeur 3 роки тому +8

    Dog dishes 😍

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      :-)

    • @patkane761
      @patkane761 3 роки тому

      Who dosen't like "dog dish" hubcaps on early 60s mussel???

    • @MisterMikeTexas
      @MisterMikeTexas 3 роки тому

      @@patkane761 Half moons! My older brother had them on his 69 Fairlane 500 fastback.

    • @patkane761
      @patkane761 3 роки тому +1

      @@MisterMikeTexas hi Mike, halfmoons tucked into the lug pocket and dog bowls go over the pocket. I believe that I saw bowls on that Marauder.

    • @mrdiplomat9018
      @mrdiplomat9018 3 роки тому +2

      @@patkane761 - muscle cars are great 💪

  • @hulado
    @hulado 3 роки тому +2

    sweet ride. great job. thanks.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Hulado, Happy to read you appreciate this "sweet ride" :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing, and you're welcome. I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Lou

  • @davethompson3140
    @davethompson3140 3 роки тому +1

    Just like Buick, Mercury always made some great dependable cars. Great car Lou!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Glad you read you enjoy this dependable car Dave.

  • @garymckee8857
    @garymckee8857 3 роки тому +2

    You are correct Lou those wheels look great and a nice Mercury.
    I had a friend who had one of the breezeway ones and those are ugly.
    Thanks

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому +1

      Hi Gary, Happy to read you enjoy the wheels on this car :-) You're welcome, Lou

  • @vernrosquites5998
    @vernrosquites5998 3 роки тому +1

    This is such a Big and Beautiful car. Lots of room, engine hub is very organized,WOW! Amazing. This must be Green Lantern's Car, right Lou. I was still a baby back then. Other than that, Stunning interior and over-all a Flawless vehicle. Thanks Kevin and of course, Lou.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi Vern, High praise for "Green Lantern's Car" :-) My pleasure sharing this one with you, and you're welcome, Lou

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Please remember to watch the commercials at the beginning of the video (or at least the ones you can), as that's how I get paid so I can keep sharing with you :-)

    • @vernrosquites5998
      @vernrosquites5998 3 роки тому

      @@loucostabile There isn't any single one Lou. That's why I am trying to help you :(

    • @vernrosquites5998
      @vernrosquites5998 3 роки тому

      @@loucostabile Your every car show was constantly keeps coming in. Not my fault. I think you need to set it up with the Ads.

    • @kevinrogers7405
      @kevinrogers7405 3 роки тому

      Thank you . Im glad you enjoyed the ride .

  • @jerryrollins512
    @jerryrollins512 9 місяців тому +1

    Another really nice '64 Park Lane Marauder. This factory built hot rod runs as good as it looks. These video's make me wonder what possesed me to sell the one I had. Great car and video.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  9 місяців тому +1

      Thanks for sharing. Glad you enjoy this car & video :-)

  • @buddywayne1
    @buddywayne1 3 роки тому +2

    Another gorgeous car. I love your videos.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 роки тому

      Hi buddywayne1, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car. Glad your sharing you "love" the videos, I appreciate that, and it makes me feel good :-) Lou