$6700 eBay 2004 Mercury Marauder Florida to Oklahoma Drive - There Were Issues
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- Опубліковано 1 жов 2024
- In this video we take a $6700 eBay 2004 Mercury Marauder and drive it over 1300 miles. We bought it sight-unseen, and dove it half way across the USA with no license plates. There were issues. We did get pulled over. We did survive!! I turned 40 today 2-17-2020 in this very car, on I-40W in Arkansas. The car turned 100K miles in Mississippi. This was so much fun!! I hope you enjoy this 40 minute video that was recorded over 3 days.
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In this video we take a $6700 eBay 2004 Mercury Marauder and drive it over 1300 miles. We bought it sight-unseen, and dove it half way across the USA with no license plates. There were issues. We did get pulled over. We did survive!! I turned 40 today 2-17-2020 in this very car, on I-40W in Arkansas. The car turned 100K miles in Mississippi. This was so much fun!! I hope you enjoy this 40 minute video that was recorded over 3 days.
Glad you made it home safe!!
Auto Auction Rebuilds I don’t understand how you get mad at A Shell Gas station clerk when it’s considered private property you can ask but they don’t have to let you at does not make them a jerk or any other thing !! Just saying!
Florida home of dry rott!
@@mw3awsome9 It really does...
Love that Alabama officer's accent.
Driving a Gentleman’s Hot Rod on your 40 th Birthday with your lady and your step son along with some spirited driving.Doesnt get much better than that...Happy Birthday Randy
YEAH..You graduated from 7th grade...🤦🏿♂️🤦🏿♂️🤷🏿♂️
william armstrong smart ass
Only open headers would be better?
These Marauders are so underappreciated. I remember this was touted the new cop car and... well... fuel happened, too expensive to drive but who cares about fuel prices if you hear that roar.
Randy, i just want to let you know that u have stolen my husband bro! Jajajajajajajajajaj he takes you where ever he goes he watches u while he poops eats and even when im trying to conversaste with him. Lmaooo i just felt like sharing with you that your voice is what puts me to sleep and my alarm as well. I hate you!!! 🤦🏼♀️😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 #blessings
Happy 40th birthday Randy. You have accomplished so much already in your life. From trailer park boy to family man to UA-cam sensation. You put the effort in and it's all coming together. Can't wait for the workshop / car sales too. Keep up the great work. Now I'm going to 'butt dyno' my turbo Mazda :)
that lady cop of that southern accent that was sweet music to my ears lol
She can pull me over too.
Love the Highways out there, I forgot how they are banked in the turns! We only have flat roads on the east coast, that's because they want us to slide off so they can charge us with whatever will make them money from the accident! Jersey even has Booby-trapped Exit/Entrance ramps!
They start off with a nice curve then about halfway through the ramp it suddenly HOOKS! There have been to many truckers get caught in that not knowing the speed you are going in the first part of the ramp is to fast for the last half, and sometimes over they go!
So, any trucker not familiar with Jersey ramps take note to be careful, go slow!
The motor for the air suspension has rubber feet that cushion the pump for noise purposes they go bad so check that . The pump is under the air box down in the wheel liner . Same pump as in a town car also . Definitely fix it 💯 %.
the drier is a common reason for compressor failure. $60 at autozone with a lifetime warranty
Congratulations on turning 40 dude!
Now I guess I have to address you as MR. Or SIR . LoL
Wish you another 40 years of success!
Definitely need to keep this one if at all possible. They’re getting hard to find in good shape. Take it from someone who has had some cars he wishes he still had; you’ll regret it if you sell it just for the sake of selling it!
Happy birthday, Randy! Love the Marauder, and all your efforts to bring us the great content! Looks like you had a great trip.
Happy birthday man you should do a small video doing a burnout with this tires before you replace them
Tremendous content Randy. Your finest hour for sure, and a real treat for your fans. Your ambitions for your car business are obviously moving up a level, and it is very rewarding to see your work ethic being rewarded. Please keep up the good work!
I WOULD HAVE FOUND ANOTHER TIRE DEALER, I RUN GOOD YEAR EAGLE II ON MY 03 INTERCEPTOR AND THEY ARE HIGH, $800 FOR SET OF 4 IN TENNESSEE, BUT THEY ARE FABULOUS TIRES!!!!!!!
What you said. A grand for the rear was pure bs. I had a blown run flat tire on my CTS sport, drove it to Firestone because it's the only shop open on a Sunday & was charged $1,500 for a wheel hub replacement & bs tire. If I wasn't in a rush that day I would have waited till Monday & replaced all 4 tires with runflats for less than $1,200 instead of a wheel hub assembly that it most likely did not need. Firestone is the highest place in the city, especially if you drive up in a luxury vehicle.
First off Happy Birthday sir. You are only as old as you feel. My dad is about to be a 70 year old teenager this year.
Secondly sounds like you had a good old road trip Randy. No matter how well you plan, shyte happens and if lucky you have the means to handle it. Case in point, you were able to get brand new tires for the for the front and not have to sacrifice you dignity (if you know what I mean) to get them.
Being a warm climate car I was glad more rubber things didnt fail. Personally I went through 2 lower radiator hoses in 1 year when I lived in VA.
Thought you still had a dealer plate? If not, most states will sell you a non resident transport permit which allows you to get back to your home state and acts much like a temp tag
Btw if you raced an Eagle Talon with a ginormous wing, that would have been a Talon TSi. Maybe was AWD depending on the year. But yes it was never going to hang with any Panther in stock form. Especially the Marauder.
Glad you and the family made it back safe. Hoping your stepson is learning how to hustle by watching you.
Enjoy your new ride and rest up. Missing the walkarounds.
He loves it....found on Craig's list...2004 Marauder, 3 owners, $4500 obo...
@Luna EB Is a fair price for an 04 with only 99,000 miles, but the issues with the tires would've made more sense for me to buy the car at $5500.00
Pirvate party value near me is 7200 dollars. What condition/mileage is on the one you found on Craigslist?
Found one for sale with 000030 miles for $40k
Reminds me driving a Fleetwood back. Had to get a tow to a wal-mart for tires. I would do it again in a heart beat. Happy birthday!
Yeah but our B-body has the same size tries al the way around.I owe and drive a 94Limited Buick Roadmaster so tries wouldn't have been a big problem like this guy is having
Man your living my dream , I've been watching your videos for a minute... since the aztek/g6 and watched your progress, you've been a inspiration for me to try to start my own channel and actually share what we all have a passion for ....cars. all I can say is congrats on what you have become, thanks for the great content , thanks for sharing your knowledge, and best of all thanks for being real and showing us all that is not as easy as the big channels make it out to be , 2020 is going to be great , Happy birthday buddy have a awesome day
Happy Birthday, from a fellow Arkansan lol
Hi randy great video! I enjoyed watching it as I'm about to hit the town in my Marauder! I have a 2004 Dark Toreador Red marauder I bought back in August for around $2400. It was out of an auction in Miami. I live in Portland Oregon and had it shipped here as I feel it was a little to far to head down and either tow it home or take the chances to drive it back. In the end I'm glad I had the car delivered as there were a lot of small problems with the car that would have eventually plagued me, most of which are fixed or soon to be. Glad you got the car they are a dying breed of car that we will probably never see made again! As for a final note that sound you heard was most likely your timing chain tensioner and guides going out on you. (This is one of the issues I have with my car) If you are ever in the area let me know I would love to show you around!
Happy birthday! Keep doing what you doing. I’m learning a lot about the auction process and what to look for from your videos. Peace and blessings from NC
Please when it comes time to sell, please keep me in mind I know about the paint and the light bar you are putting on the CVPI. The Marauder I would like a chance at also, just please let me know. I won’t flake on you. Yes I’m the guy who drove a Copart Vic in Arizona that had a Salvage title. Had it inspected the same day (passed inspection) then drove it all the way to Florida with no issues except when I hit the INS inspection in Texas and they said I had drugs in my car and had the K9 go through the car, mind you my car was a CHP K-9 unit drug task force car. ( No drugs were found) 🙂
Happy birthday man. would love to have that mercury maraudar in UK would be head turn 👍👍👍
$ 1000 for two tires? Here in Germany I pay € 375 for two 225 / 17R 91s
Jeremia Jackson Sr. Ok but still very expensive in the USA as far as tires are concerned, pay here for Goodyear 245/18 YH 91 241 € each! Even at Falken, it is € 230 per, Michelin € 243 everything in the area.
Many Happy Returns Randy - It was a long time ago that I hit 40 - 30 years in fact. Love the clips and wish you well for the future. Jim.
Thank you Jim!!
I can relate !! LOL
Happy birthday Randy! That car suits you keep it for a while
Happy birthday Randy, this video had so much soul to it! Love the car, glad you guys made it safe home.
It’s a big misconception that Florida cars rust. I live in Florida and I have seen more older rust free cars here than when I lived in Ohio
To some extent but cars close to the coast rust from the top down - the dew has salt in it!!
@Edward Martinez yep rust is rust - but if you diligently keep your vehicle clean, Fluid Filmed on bottom, and park it in a garage as much s possible, it won't rust !
Hey congratulations on finally being able to say this is all a “mid life crisis thing”. Lol
Great video !!
I bought my ‘04 back in 2007. Still love driving it, and still get compliments all the time. Have fun with it. Take care of it; it’s “Mercury’s last-ever muscle car” as it’s been said. 🇨🇦👍🏼
glad my city did you right randy....
Looks like you got a good deal all things considered! It drives like a big Mustang.lol
Happy Birthday Sir! I was 40 nearly 33 years ago ....
I am thinking that 'rattle' right after it has cranked and started will be the starter motor as the Bendix retracts. Its been stood and it will just need cleaning and some grease.
Wow you paid a lot,I bought same car with 89,000 miles for 2,000 dollars from old man who was original owner garaged it's whole life,not a single flaw,
@@oscarthegrouch6890 for a Mercury Marauder is a steel at that price.
Happy 40th Randy.... Great vid.... Great car.... Keep on making em. Waiting for the next copart walk round. Love the panther cars... Proper American cars.
I must say if nothing else, you are a professional video maker.💪
Happy Birthday, Randy. Fooled the people who said that kid won't live to see 21 the way he's going. Great to hear the trip went as well as it did. One family Marauder for that kind of money? Outstanding.
I currently have two Grand Marquis ('05 and '10) in the garage with over 150K on each. The Marauder is a dream car originally used by the FL Highway Patrol. That explains why the power band is so high. They don't need the low end torque because they're usually rolling at 60 mph+ and they're beasts in the high speed range. Beautiful dual exhaust and the white dial gauges are very cool. It sounds like a great trip and so true about Marauder fans. It is a very unique car that's almost invisible to the general public which is part of the Panther attraction. The 4.6L is one of the strongest and longest lasting engines ever made which is why so many cop cars and taxis use a version of that platform. Ford did something very right.
My 2010 Dodge Nitro SXT 4.0L V6 was the same price before adding the dealer fee.I alos only have seen 2 other Nitro's since owning mine and the 2nd is in my small town down the street from me.I'm glad you are safe after the tire blowout and looking forward to more video's on the Marauder.
I own a 2004 Marauder from day one. Never had mechanical issues. I’ve upgraded the suspension, exhaust, brakes, intake and ignition. Barely any factory parts on the car. I go to the track and turn some amazing times. It surprises a lot of guys with cars that cost more than mine. And they can’t except the beat down because they started the whole thing. LOL 😂 !!
I’m never going to sell it, its a keeper. My wife loves driving it. It still looks brand new. Same combination as yours. In 2004 they only built 3,384 Marauders. Mine is a low production meaning they only built 150 like mine. I have the certificate of authenticity from Ford. Mine is fully loaded. Gas mileage is great. It breathes better due to the intake and exhaust. Doesn’t burn oil. The compressor sound is normal. There is no code. That’s the way it operate. Never any trouble. All of my upgrades improved and made it better. The way Ford should have built it. I even have 4:10 gears and you would never know it. All and all the car is a good investment. I have fun with it. I get a lot of attention and offers. Even State Troopers love ❤️ it. One more thing. I had an event with a State Trooper and he couldn’t catch it. True to God story. I paid for it but I have bragging rights. Its a sleeper and Ford’s best kept secret.
Good luck with yours. Thx 🙏🏽 for sharing.
Peace ✌️
Good deal on that merc, she's sweet, cheapest nicest one with that mileage I've seen.
Happy birthday Randy! What a beast of a car. Once it's all prettied up, it'll be stunning. In a year or 2, when you hit 500K subs, why not use the Marauder as a giveaway? Just a suggestion, but i wouldn't blame you if you choose to hang onto it.
Alabama is my favorite state!! 😎👍🏾 SIKE!!! 🥴😂😂😂😂😂
Looking to move to a warmer climate - is it a good place for old farts? Hoosier here
Happy Birthday!!!🎂..I knew you would breeze home!! I have one they are great highway cruisers check rubber mounts on compressor👍😁😎
I couldn't get rid of this car. I've always loved and wanted this car. So nice!
Randy, you need to keep this one. That is the best car you have had on this channel.
Dont sell it randy! Its such a sweet car
I see you enjoyed the Arkansas/Tennessee Bridge just before you got home. You crossed the old bridge then came around and crossed the new bridge which displays the light show each night. Come to Memphis and enjoy some BBQ next time.
Happy birthday today Randy hope your day is wonderful and I hope more videos come out as you fill out your new adventure with your business
Hey Happy belated birthday Randy. Congrats on 100K and making the trip safely. Loving that Maraduer!
Happy Birthday Randy! I’ll be 40 next year lol. One last year in my 30’s 😝
Enjoyed the video! Thx for the entertainment 👍
As a 24 year old, I feel like 40 is the perfect age. Not young and impulsive, but not old school and wrinkled.
Those cars cook the 7 and 8 valves for 03-04. If you plan on keeping it there are bypass kits to cool both ends of the cyl. There is a dead end on drivers side head. Be careful when you refill coolant - there is a crossover with a drain plug. I have this engine on my Continental.
Happy birthday 40 years young, time for a party, have fun.
Greetzzzzz from Holland Europe.
The donut wheel should have at least 60 psi of air. Cooper Tires suck, I had one completely come apart. I’d get Michelin, Continental or Yokohama.
Happy belated birthday Randy, some good memories you created/have now. Keep grinding and doing what you love.
Yeah down south in Georgia where I live you can ride around with no tag or a piece of cardboard that says “tag applied for”. You bet not even try that up north tho. Lucky if you’d even make it out of your driveway. Lol😂😂😂
You said, “an adult toy.. a boiinnggg toy 😂😂😂
LOL
Randy that's an special car you turn 40 and she turned 100 with you that's a real connection you have to keep her and make her the aar logo she's really unique. Btw I'm glad you and your family make it back to Oklahoma ok keep up the good work
Happy 😃 40th birthday enjoy your day and that beautiful Mercury Marauder
LIKE THAT MARAUDER, AND HAPPY BIRTHDAY! PLZ TELL US THAT WEIRD BEARD IS GONNA PUT A MOTOR IN THAT PONTIAC GRAND PRIX! SAVE IT PLZ! THANKS FOR THE LIKE!
When you passed the Talladega Speedway I live 2 miles from the Speedway. I would have loved to have met you and the family
Talladega is on my bucket list to watch some racing
There are Cooper Tires! Every truck I've gotten with Cooper tires have never lasted more than a few weeks. I got a 2000 F-250 that the owner changed out the factory tires and 3 week later the right rear tread came of and beat the hell out of my fender!
Happy birthday. Love the car. I want one.
Donut 🍩...... No way those things come with a full size plus where's the fin on the trunk idk that thing looks nice but very sus
I'm excited to see what you do with the MM. Really want one of those.
Congrats Randy, For getting a classic Mercury Marauder, turning 100K, and turning 40 years old! Now that your an Old Man you got the perfect ride for the rest of your life :) I love my Panthers and my daily driver is the last of the Panthers, 2011 P71 NM State cruiser:)
Now you need to Terminator that Marauder.
Randy has claaice mustang restroed died at a dairy shop in small town iowa was with my daughter 2 yrs old he told me same thing would have it towd duschbags abound in USA :( and he was closing for the night
Been waiting for this... have my popcorn ready..
you went on a 1300 mile trip without an aircompressor/jump pack and a selection of fluids ...??
One of the most interesting episodes in months. Thanks for taking us along.
Happy birthday Randy
Wish you all the best that can happen
At least 40 more years of happy motoring and life
Keep your passion for cars and UA-cam as long as you can and just be yourself
You’re a great guy and my favourite UA-camr
If I can make at least %10 of your hard work I’d be happy
That was a nice and polite interaction with the cops
It helps to be respectful, and polite.
I would recommend removing your sunglasses when interacting with the officer.
@@jbncnow They are not going to shoot because of a license plate. The world makes them seem so bad when in reality they are generally good people. There definitely are bad cops for sure. If you have warrants they might draw their gun if you dont cooperate, just like randy said if you are polite it helps and they definitely wont shoot or harm you unless they truly are a terrible person.
@@essentialtech388 lol
John mitchell I would’ve got arrested because I didn’t understand I word she said and told her to speak English please
you can depend on your panther to get you home maybe not with dry rotted tires but yea, glad you guys made it home safe and HBD
Hello from Belgium Happy birthday !!!!
it is such a unique car! if i had one i would twin turbo charge it and keep it stock looking in black.... maybe get a back bumper with HADES written on it instead of the marauder name :)) awesome car +rep
Happy birthday. glad you made it home safe.
Hi Randy, if you only hear the rattle as soon as the car starts, I'm thinking it could be the bendix on the starter motor stopping.
How Randy How, you left everything in the car and you knew they might tow it. you were really tired that night and I totally understand
Hey Randy nice Marauder!!!! Happy birthday and many,many more. Keep up the good work!!!
Usually you should always take off your sunglasses when interacting with an officer. Glad that stop worked out ok. And Happy Birthday you old fart, lol. Congratulations on making it this far, many have not.
Side note, if you ever have an overheating problem, check the Fan Control Module and or the connector to it, should be attached to the top right side of the radiator, a square piece about 3 x 4 Inches
Life begins at 40, Randy. Take care - keep the vids coming.
My PI gets 24 mpg at 75 mph highway. 16 city. Throw a set of 17" PI wheels on it. Stock marquis wheels are only 16".
Happy 40th Randy, I’m so glad you got back safe and sound. Wow the tyres are so expensive 😳....I can’t wait till you have your dealership up and running and you are smashing it like a bomb 👍🏻😁...loving the Marauder as well 😀
I loved your trip. The car was a great buy. its a bit sad about the tires being bad. The sun and the heat seems to eat them these days. Copngrats on your 40th birthday.
Happy birthday randy!
That noise the air pump is making is normal. Everyone I have had sounds the same! Great video Randy!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY Randy !!!! Enjoy the age you are, there are many who would love to have lived to that age, and what a big blessing growing older is!!!! I just celebrated 69 on Sunday!!! I feel like I am only 28, so.... be grateful for the fact that blessed with the chance to grow this old. Another great video, and love the car!!!!
Those tires are balder than my dad's head!
One of my regular gas station customers drives a Marauder. Nice looking car too. Big engine and fast.
Happy birthday Randy from back home in Indiana!
Hoosier here also
@@phildavis9145 me too!
@@0386rm where you at? I'm in Indy
Phil Davis me too!
All you need the a starter fluid and a lighter to put that tire back on the bead!
IT'S so humid in FL!! Welcome home!
Randy, your love for this car is very similar for my love for my car. I have a 2008 Pontiac G8. I am the 2nd owner, & it has 52K miles on the clock. Take care of it, she is a beaut Clark. Trust me you are going to keep it. Hello from Phoenix Arizona.
Keep the Marauder & ditch the GM's
It's a v8, 23 mpg is not bad. And it's not old, people are funny.
23 mpg great hwy for those cars. Mine gets that. My Vic gets 25. I live in Gadsden just north of Birmingham would have been glad to help.
Hard to find correct tires Nitto 800 dollars makes correct size. Sounds like air suspension going out about 600 to replace. Would leave original rims get correct factory size tires. I'd keep it factory.
I'd would have tried to get them down on price. There is a light on dash for air suspension. Yes, I own one.
Most people nice terrible how gas station treated u.
Cocoa Beach, just have Jeannie “blink” you home.
A Florida car having rust??? Never heard of that I must be stupid