Bill from Curious Cars seems to spend a good portion of each video complaining about the weather and animals that wander onto the property. I really enjoy how you present these cars with very relevant information and facts as opposed to sheer opinion. Yours may be more rare than the sedan and coupe but it is definitely the best looking. The Marquis’s are beautifully designed and elegant. Love the old land yachts.
Oh and about Bill on curious cars..He's got to be a part owner cause I'd let him go by now since he's on camera talking about having Covid Liquor..and his comments about Dalton..I usually skip thru that but unfortunately I have to sit thru comments about Canadians,kids and guns..This day and age with all our shootings that wouldn't fly..And I don't get the bird thing unless he's got a hangover..lol
Adam, I just want to say how much I appreciate your devotion to these largely unloved vehicles that the typical classic car community does not embrace. You inspire us fellow car nerds to seek out these classics and preserve them.
Nice car!! If you ever sold some of these vehicles after your done having fun I know I would love to know when and where!! Pretty sure other viewers would enjoy a nice Luxury Car by Adam!! I know I would!!
That is a beautiful example of a 1974 Marquis Brougham. I've always preferred the big GM"s, but if I even found a sedan this nice, I would go for it. Thanks for sharing this bit of history 👏.
Hey Adam, the more I see of your Marquis Brougham the more I like it!!! The color is very rich & luxurious looking, the wheel covers are the best. The twin comfort lounge seats are very nice, I just wish that Ford hadn't discontinued the hi back twin comfort lounge seats, those are so comfortable!! The CB antenna really makes it look like Steve McGarretts car. Thanks for highlighting this beauty!!! 👍👍
Thanks for sharing Adam!! My dad had a 1974 LTD in this same color. Imagine my dismay at the age of 11 when he traded it in for a 1982 Light Spruce Green Escort. I sure missed that roomy LTD.
Reminds me of my Dad doing same with a nice blue 64 Park Lane traded for a new 1970 Gold 4 door automatic Datsun 510... even he couldn't stand it so he gave it to my mom and got a used 68 2 door Tbird with the 429. Now that was a nice car.
1982 Ford Escort sucks. He should have kept the 1974 Ford till 1987, and get a 1987 Ford. I like full sized, mid sized, and compact cars. I hated mini cars.
Beautiful car! I remember these Mercury's when I was younger riding to school in car pool. They always seemed like solid cars and well built and of course the ride was great. Heck, don't forget, you could cut a diamond perfect in the back seat over a cobble road!
You are an inspiration sir. My brother had a 77 Mercury Marquis 460 that was so comfortable and spacious. Incredible how the back leg room is about as big as the front.
Adam, I would get rid of those pink heater core hoses and top spring bound generic radiator hose with OEM FoMoCo hoses and OEM clamps. this 1974 Marquis Brougham deserves it. What a nice find!
@@haneyoakie14 - Just having fun with ya man. I was in high school in the 80's as well. If my parents ever knew everything that went on in their cars i was driving........ i wouldn't still be living. I'll leave it at that.
@@christopherweise438 I could tell by your tone that we are kindred spirits. Mom and Dad have passed on now, so I guess they know all my secrets now. When I get upstairs, I might have some ‘splainin to do.
Working at a full service gas station, I have to admit filling GM vehicles behind the license plate had one advantage. It didn’t matter what side the pump was on. Trying to route the hose across the trunk of a side fill was not well received if it would even reach. Those were the days…
Yes, the center fill has advantages. Ford introduced the feature in its 1952 line of cars. Others copied the idea and GM even "hid" the filler behind the left tail light or chrome trim for several years (1956 Chevy for example). Not all center fillers were down low in the bumper. Many were above the rear bumper in the panel between the edge of the trunk and the top of the bumper.
That car is like new. Steve McGarrett would be happy to see it. Great find. Ahhh, those seat belt buzzers were like music. Thanks to "Rare Classic Cars" for another fine watch.......
Thanks, Adam. My grandfather was a long-time Mercury owner, and had one of these in this exact color. Takes me back to the mid-70s! I don’t know whether he regretted the purchase when standing in the gas lines, but he didn’t try cutting diamonds in the back seat, like they showed in the ads.
My mom had this car. I was 4. The backseat was full of my toys. The non- pillared windows used to amaze me. Basically she drove while I climbed around like I was on a jungle gym. Those were the good old days. Lol!
That interior is amazing for that age! What a find and in such a color was so typical. You know so much more about these cars than I do (and here I grew up in this era) and fancied myself being a know it all! You def take the cake. My neighbors across the street has a baby blue '76 Grand Marquis with darker vinyl top. I was more a GM kid at the time but still appreciated the over all look. Seems like yesterday, blast from the past!
I have a whole new appreciation for these beautiful mid 1970’s land yachts. Thank you Adam . I really enjoy watching all your videos . You are extremely knowledgeable about classic cars ! 👍
I remember a neighbor having a ‘74 Marquis Brougham that I loved as a kid. Same color, but the pillared hardtop. 1974 was always my favorite year for this generation, both from Mercury and Ford. Very nice example!
Great review Adam. I love your enthusiasm for your newest addition. Like a proud new dad. I’d certainly be proud to own that. As a kid in the mid 70s I always had a fondness for these Marquis. I thought they were very special and well made.
There is something totally wrong about the CB Antenna that makes me like it a lot. At least it is period correct. Polished up it might look factory police! Vintage CB install would be cool. Great review love the seats.
Being in South Carolina, I know why Curious Cars brings up tge humidity all the time; when it's really heavy it's all you can think about. Years ago a guy down in Florida chewed someone's face off underneath an overpass. Back then it was said he went crazy on bathsalts. It wasn't bathsalts. It was the humidity! It can make you completely crazy and angry at everything.
Watched "The Seven-Ups" last night. 1972. Half your collection was in that film, Adam. Fords, Lincolns, Cads, Caprices, Impalas, Pontiacs, Mopars (cops) and even an Olds. Hard to follow the narrative cause was so into the rides.
Appreciate the clin d'oeil to Bill -- both your channels have taught me so much about these types of cars which I truly miss. Watching Columbo episodes help fill the void (lol). I love how the clouds gave a dramatic backdrop to your video, can't complain about that weather factor!
Check the blower resistor pack. If there's not good contact at those, you lose intermediate speeds, but since high speed bypasses the resistor pack, it isn't affected. Very common issue.
That's good. I actually think it's the coolant temp sensor for the system. Everything works fine if the interior temperature is >75 degrees when that sensor is bypassed.
In 1995 , I bought the exact same car for $200. It had 160,000 miles on it an burned oil by the gallon. I used to get friends and local gas stations to give me their used drained oil. I kept gallon milk jugs of black burnt oil in the trunk. When the engine clanked and the gray cloud of smoke got small and oil light came on, I'd add a gallon. It was the smoothest and most comfortable car I ever had. Mine had one big bench seat in front. The tree huggers always gave me the finger !
Adam, what a treat to see you do a full feature review of this car so soon after acquiring it! I did note a ffew things: on my '73: my cornering lamp relays are mounted on the inside lip of the LH fender -- I believe they are under the dash on your car; and they share the same solenoid that is "missing" one terminal. If you need to replace the fan/vacuum control switch/manifold, PM me -- I figured out a way to do it without removing the entire control head from the dash. And if you need an NOS one, I have a lifetime supply -- PM me as well.
I know I'm late getting to this one for a comment, but it's been hectic. My moms beloved HHR suffered a catastrophic transmission failure... that's what I get for commenting a few days ago about how my family had gotten lucky in not needing to buy a car in this market! Videos like this are a great escape to a better era of cars. Thank you so much for the video Adam, it's truly an awesome car! I'd agree it's one of the coolest of the 70s! Everyone has a Camaro- this is big and imposing and always stands out.
Its 90 degrees here in South Florida. Ill attempt to send you some warmth in exchange for a little of your cooler weather. Watching your video now. Sure it will be excellent. PS- I took my drivers test in 84 in a massive 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis Brougham. Yes, I failed the first time as I had to parallel park that boat! Thanks for the memories.
Oh yes....Those big Merc's were fabulous!! I think that was the last year for points and leaded gas. That seatbelt interlock was so hated that the feds were forced to drop it the next year. What was maddening is that they would crank but would not start. People actually had cars towed to the dealership only to find out they had to fasten the belt.
Everyone ridicules cars of this era for their low power numbers but they don't understand that it's torque that makes them a relaxing, enjoyable drive. Who wants to be screaming a big block up to silly revs in a car that's obviously built for luxurious, quiet, reliable progress? You just want crack the throttle and feel the hammer in your back.
Bill is a gem. So is Adam. Both are real 'car guys with, uh, different perspectives. And Bill's advocation of keeping children and toddlers in a fixed position by any means possible is somewhat prophetic and ornithophobes are a little more common and sensible than you may know. That said I am an avid birdwatcher.
Adam thank you again for a great review. Here's hoping you preserve more great rare classic cars in the future and that you share them with all of us on video. I enjoy your site so much and brings back memories many of these cars which I drove when they were fairly new.
BITD the gent who fitted my sisters quarterhorse with shoes drove the most incredible Grand Marquis hardtop. Two tone brown, with the painted caps (like those in your trunk) with leather, moonroof, 8-track, power everything. 11 year old me was gobsmacked. Fantastic cars they be.
For the seat belt interlock we used to keep the belts buckled and sat on top of them which would allow the car to start without wearing the belts... because who would want to wear a seat belt in 1974?
Lovely car. I must say I love the look of the front and rear styling of the 75-78 Marquis and I like the quirky seat belt reminder buzzer. That is part of the personality of the car.
I remember in the 90s you could pick these cars up and the "Town Cars" in mint condition for $800--$1,200. I remember no one wanted them other than to buy and pull the engines out and put in a pickup truck...The demolition derby guys was the only ones that bought them.. What a beautiful car Adam!!! To die for!! I want one!!!
Wish your 1974 Marquis Brougham had the beautiful three spoke steering wheel (no cruise control), otherwise this is the most excellent survivor, equipped with many popular options. I always thought the 4-door hardtops were more popular than the pillared sedans, so I've learned something new. It was always amazing how smooth riding Big Mercury's were in the 70's. My family's Oldsmobile Delta 88 felt like a horse-drawn buggy compared to the neighbors plush Marquis Brougham ride. Thank you Adam for this review of "the one that got away".
Ford's Speed Control also cost you the good aluminum spoked steering wheel on the '82 and '83 Mustang GTs. In it's place came a LTD Crown Victoria-style wheel with the big padded rectangular center.
Quite the prolific channel you've got going now, Adam. I'd say more so than I'd imagined it would become initially, so kudos for that. Please keep 'em coming.
Eventually the Panthers will be classics, I do enjoy these cars alot they bring me back to the past growing up being driven around in these cars by my parents!! They truly are one of a kind!!
My grandpa Shelly had one of these, 2dr, black on white, in white. Grandpa Shelly worked at Mercury after WWII. He worked there a long time. He only bought Mercury’s. I’m a real Detroiter!!
Hey Adam, thank you very much for showing such a fine example of full size American car luxury at its pinnacle. The full size American car was disparaged decades ago and many people quickly sold these cars when gas prices went up for crazy sub-standard small cars. Driving a full size American car is FUN! And the view down the hood NEVER gets tiring especially with a nice hood ornament! I really enjoyed driving my 1963 Imperial Southampton hardtop in Alabaster White. Love the metallic brown color Merc and the metallic brown color keyed wheel covers. Hey! When are you going to get a 1973 Ambassador Brougham? Hope there is an "AMBO" in your future.
@Chris Goebel --- I just looked up your *1963 [Chrysler] Imperial hardtop.* My goodness, what a *_gorgeous_* car! It's funky and beautiful from every angle. To me, it seems to actually embody that notion of looking like it's "moving while standing still" that so many manufacturers tried to do.
Bill and Adam are the best. Bill just calls it like he sees it. So does Adam just in an understated way. Back in the 70s/80s it was normal and okay to say whatever came to mind. Better times.
Hey Adam, loved driving these cars back in the day; solid, quiet, comfortable and secure feeling. You glossed over that AM/FM radio pretty fast. My dad bought a new F250 off the lot in '74, with an AM/FM radio. The truck cost $4,300, the radio was $360 of that total according to the window sticker. Serious option in the day. My uncle rebuilt the 460 in my Dad's 76 Grand Marquis wagon and used a 429 cam timing gear, it really woke that 460 up. I suspect all Ford was doing was retarding cam timing to reach their emissions goals then.
Cool shout out to Bill! Curious Cars and Rare Classic Cars! The 2 best channels on you tube. You guys should meet up and team up for a review. That’d be the best video and hilarious. Just an hour of you guys driving around in an 70’s convertible through Florida!
Gorgeous full sized Mercury Marquis Brougham - looks good in metallic brown color ... Really don't see brown cars anymore: trucks/suv 's - yes ... Someone took good care of this classic Mercury ! Slainte' ! Cheers !
You didn't order the Metallic Pea? Now, I owe it to myself to tell you that if you're taking the whole tribe cross-country, the Wagon Queen Family Truckster... You think you hate it now, wait 'til you drive it. Just kidding. Nice car. Not my own personal cup of tea, but your passion for them is infectuous. I bought a 1972 Olds Delta 88 for $300 in college, all it needed was to have the Rochester 2BBL rebuilt. I bought a kit, looked at all the parts and said, "screw this". Parked it outside my parents' and within a few weeks, my dad took me to a Ford dealer and we bought a '92 Escort GT with the Cayman package. Loved that car. Wish I would have known back then though that you could unbolt your carb, send it in to JC Whitney along with a modest sum and they'd rebuild them for you. Had I known that at the time I think that car would have lasted a bit longer for me. I enjoy your channel. Thanks for the content.
Hi Adam. Gorgeous car. I remember back during that era, Ford produced commercials for the Marquis and how it was "ride engineered". I think they had a guy in the back seat cutting a diamond to show how smooth it was. I think it's a toss up regarding the wheel covers. I like the deluxe covers but the color keyed ones are soooo period correct and something about them I just love. My dad purchased a brand new '77 Ford LTD Landau coupe, on the big 4th of July "sell-a-thon" at the local Courtesy Ford dealership in Denver. It came right off of the showroom floor. It had a big 460. I was 15 years old and so excited but my mom was mad. I learned to drive on the LTD and loved that car. Very smooth, quiet, and long hood. In any event, love the Marquis! Thanks for sharing!
My mom had a Maroon '71 with a 428CJ engine. My dad worked at the Ford plant in Dallas . in those days employees could order cars through the factory. Anyway it eventually became my Hi School ride. It didn't make me cool but it was a great ride. I could fit 6 - 8 friends when going to a party or concert.
Beautiful 74 Marquis Adam! Congratulations on another great find! I very much prefer the luxury wheel covers over the color matching standard covers though. They give the car that "special look". With all the options, I'm surprised that it did not have cruise control, not that it really matters.
That Merc is so gorgeous and so close to new condition! It did seem very quiet while driving, with no exhaust rumble inside the car. I think that front end styling is the best year for the Marquis.
Beautiful car. As usual, exceptional narrative. FoMoCo concentrated heavily on quiet bodies, superlative ride and quality craftsmanship starting (in my humble opinion) around 1963. Our neighbor, when I was in grade school through a freshman in high school, (1954 through 1962) was a Ford sales manager. I remember him telling my dad that Ford spent a significant amount of time on how the doors sounded when they were closed. It was believed that, in the showroom, if a "prospect" closed a door and it sounded solid, then it was assumed the entire body was solid. To me, Ford doors sounded solid until the mid 1980's. GM's only through 1964. Chrysler tried several times, but always sounded like there was no insulation inside the door.
So true about the ride… especially on those Detroit metro roads, Adam! When I had to travel there on business a couple of times a month, I stopped using my personal car and would rent instead! Great review! 👍👍👍
we would load up like 10 people and go cruising in my Grand Marquis . My buddy Peewe could stand in the back and talk to us up front, there would be a whole different conversation in the back seat. They are massive cars. 4 cores are pretty much required down her and iirc mine came with one.
Bill…… if I lived in your neighborhood, we be dangerous together. My wife would be quite jealous…. I love old American cars from my youth. In particular I love family cars and old pickup trucks. I grew up on a cattle ranch in New Mexico. My grandfather (1889-1981) homesteaded our ranch when New Mexico was a territory. My first memory of driving were grandpas pickups was a 1962 Dodge and second one was a 1965 Chevy. Ranchers drove their cars to church when weather was good. It seemed that the Ford LTD’s and GM Cadillacs along with Pontiacs and Oldsmobiles were staple brands.
I recall on the old Top Gear show when Clarkson drove one of these in the “worst car ever” competition. He quipped about the engineering of the car “the word ‘precision’ was not in their lexicon.”
Gun to my head and had to buy something past '72, it might just be this. Thanks for the opportunity to learn and appreciate this car! I think McGarrett's first Hawaii 5-0-mobile was a '68 Merc?
Great auto. Please check out the Australian Ford LTD/ Landau of 1973 to 1976. See it here on you tube. It too has the same vacuum activated headlight covers. The Landau is a true pillar-less hardtop designed and built in Australia. It contains some parts and features from Thunderbird, Lincoln and Mercury. Super rare only round 1300 built. The centre grille too is die cast metal. LTD stands for Lincoln type design. Not Limited.
Bill from Curious Cars seems to spend a good portion of each video complaining about the weather and animals that wander onto the property. I really enjoy how you present these cars with very relevant information and facts as opposed to sheer opinion. Yours may be more rare than the sedan and coupe but it is definitely the best looking. The Marquis’s are beautifully designed and elegant. Love the old land yachts.
God forbid a plane flies over Bill, his overt mock hostility towards everything could be a sitcom
Those damn birds...lol!
Bill? Who’s Bill? 😂
A friend had one same color..I wish I had that one..Boy it sounds quiet..
Oh and about Bill on curious cars..He's got to be a part owner cause I'd let him go by now since he's on camera talking about having Covid Liquor..and his comments about Dalton..I usually skip thru that but unfortunately I have to sit thru comments about Canadians,kids and guns..This day and age with all our shootings that wouldn't fly..And I don't get the bird thing unless he's got a hangover..lol
Adam, you've given me a new appreciation for these early '70s American cars! I'm a big fan, thanks for posting!
I know right..Got first license that year..74..
Adam, I just want to say how much I appreciate your devotion to these largely unloved vehicles that the typical classic car community does not embrace. You inspire us fellow car nerds to seek out these classics and preserve them.
Nice car!! If you ever sold some of these vehicles after your done having fun I know I would love to know when and where!! Pretty sure other viewers would enjoy a nice Luxury Car by Adam!! I know I would!!
That is a beautiful example of a 1974 Marquis Brougham. I've always preferred the big GM"s, but if I even found a sedan this nice, I would go for it. Thanks for sharing this bit of history 👏.
Looks like Adam's friend or perhaps another previous owner was taking better-than-good care of it in recent years.
@@DanEBoyd For sure. It's been cared for its whole life.
Hey Adam, the more I see of your Marquis Brougham the more I like it!!! The color is very rich & luxurious looking, the wheel covers are the best. The twin comfort lounge seats are very nice, I just wish that Ford hadn't discontinued the hi back twin comfort lounge seats, those are so comfortable!!
The CB antenna really makes it look like Steve McGarretts car. Thanks for highlighting this beauty!!! 👍👍
I currently own a 2003 Grand Marquis LS, and it also has the twin comfort lounge leather seats that are extremely comfortable! 👌
What a treat.. what a gem., Thank you for taking me for a ride in this antique Ford motors vehicle.
Thanks for sharing Adam!! My dad had a 1974 LTD in this same color. Imagine my dismay at the age of 11 when he traded it in for a 1982 Light Spruce Green Escort. I sure missed that roomy LTD.
Eek!!
Reminds me of my Dad doing same with a nice blue 64 Park Lane traded for a new 1970 Gold 4 door automatic Datsun 510... even he couldn't stand it so he gave it to my mom and got a used 68 2 door Tbird with the 429. Now that was a nice car.
The 1974 Ford is way better.
1982 Ford Escort sucks. He should have kept the 1974 Ford till 1987, and get a 1987 Ford. I like full sized, mid sized, and compact cars. I hated mini cars.
My dad replaced our 1978 Chevrolet with a lousy 1981 Honda Accord. Hated it.
Beautiful car! I remember these Mercury's when I was younger riding to school in car pool. They always seemed like solid cars and well built and of course the ride was great. Heck, don't forget, you could cut a diamond perfect in the back seat over a cobble road!
SNL did a skit with a Rabi doing a circumcision lol
@@maxpayne2574 I actually remember that! I was thinking about that SNL skit when I was replying. It was funny . . . .
Great to hear Bill from' Curious cars' get a name check, that man is legendary!!
Yes indeed so another shitty Florida day 😂😂
You are an inspiration sir. My brother had a 77 Mercury Marquis 460 that was so comfortable and spacious. Incredible how the back leg room is about as big as the front.
It's 37 degrees with a rain and snow mix in Twin Cities MN. We're supposed to have snow on Easter Sunday. Congrats on your lovely weather
Ha......I'm right next door in Eau Claire, WI. You are correct, the weather is not very spring like at all.
theses are great shows....thanks for doing these....they mean everything!!....
Adam, I would get rid of those pink heater core hoses and top spring bound generic radiator hose with OEM FoMoCo hoses and OEM clamps. this 1974 Marquis Brougham deserves it. What a nice find!
Yes. Will definitely get rid of them shortly.
That oversized glove box holds a 12 pack. My friend had one in 1983. Great party car in high school.
That's just what you "heard" from a friend, right? 😉
@@christopherweise438 it was my 12 pack. I was not driving. Not illegal, except for that I was only 17. Lol.
@@haneyoakie14 - Just having fun with ya man. I was in high school in the 80's as well. If my parents ever knew everything that went on in their cars i was driving........ i wouldn't still be living. I'll leave it at that.
@@christopherweise438 I could tell by your tone that we are kindred spirits. Mom and Dad have passed on now, so I guess they know all my secrets now. When I get upstairs, I might have some ‘splainin to do.
@@haneyoakie14 - LOL!!
Fit and finish is superb! Interior - amazing!
Working at a full service gas station, I have to admit filling GM vehicles behind the license plate had one advantage. It didn’t matter what side the pump was on. Trying to route the hose across the trunk of a side fill was not well received if it would even reach. Those were the days…
Yes, the center fill has advantages. Ford introduced the feature in its 1952 line of cars. Others copied the idea and GM even "hid" the filler behind the left tail light or chrome trim for several years (1956 Chevy for example). Not all center fillers were down low in the bumper. Many were above the rear bumper in the panel between the edge of the trunk and the top of the bumper.
That car is like new. Steve McGarrett would be happy to see it. Great find. Ahhh, those seat belt buzzers were like music. Thanks to "Rare Classic Cars" for another fine watch.......
Thanks, Adam. My grandfather was a long-time Mercury owner, and had one of these in this exact color. Takes me back to the mid-70s! I don’t know whether he regretted the purchase when standing in the gas lines, but he didn’t try cutting diamonds in the back seat, like they showed in the ads.
Fantastic. I never knew I loved these cars. Your channel has me wanting to find one of these mid 70s beauties
I just wanna cruise the backroads in summer and the city streets at night with this car.
My mom had this car. I was 4. The backseat was full of my toys. The non- pillared windows used to amaze me. Basically she drove while I climbed around like I was on a jungle gym. Those were the good old days. Lol!
That interior is amazing for that age! What a find and in such a color was so typical.
You know so much more about these cars than I do (and here I grew up in this era) and fancied myself being a know it all! You def take the cake.
My neighbors across the street has a baby blue '76 Grand Marquis with darker vinyl top. I was more a GM kid at the time but still appreciated the over all look. Seems like yesterday, blast from the past!
I have a whole new appreciation for these beautiful mid 1970’s land yachts. Thank you Adam . I really enjoy watching all your videos . You are extremely knowledgeable about classic cars ! 👍
1964 to 1974 has got to be the best 10 years of American cars. The styling, the power, they're just wonderful
This must surely be the pinnacle of the waftomatic automobile.
What a stunning car that is. Thank you for taking the time to show us.
I remember a neighbor having a ‘74 Marquis Brougham that I loved as a kid. Same color, but the pillared hardtop.
1974 was always my favorite year for this generation, both from Mercury and Ford. Very nice example!
Also got a good laugh about the seatbelt buzzer. My grandpa's 1983 Fairmont Futura had that and I can still hear it today.
We're in the future, and nary a Futura body style in sight. Those and Fairmonts were reliable cars, though.
The build quality looks excellent on the video.
Great review Adam. I love your enthusiasm for your newest addition. Like a proud new dad. I’d certainly be proud to own that. As a kid in the mid 70s I always had a fondness for these Marquis. I thought they were very special and well made.
There is something totally wrong about the CB Antenna that makes me like it a lot. At least it is period correct. Polished up it might look factory police! Vintage CB install would be cool. Great review love the seats.
Part of my personal life philosophy is to never touch anyone's fender extensions unless requested to do so... :)
Being in South Carolina, I know why Curious Cars brings up tge humidity all the time; when it's really heavy it's all you can think about.
Years ago a guy down in Florida chewed someone's face off underneath an overpass. Back then it was said he went crazy on bathsalts. It wasn't bathsalts. It was the humidity! It can make you completely crazy and angry at everything.
On the Lincoln/ mercury TV commercials, They would referred to the carpet as “Cut pile carpet“
Another great review of days gone by....keep in rolling Adam !!
Watched "The Seven-Ups" last night.
1972. Half your collection was in that film, Adam. Fords, Lincolns, Cads, Caprices, Impalas, Pontiacs, Mopars (cops) and even an Olds. Hard to follow the narrative cause was so into the rides.
Adam thanks for another great review! Take care from Carlos.
Appreciate the clin d'oeil to Bill -- both your channels have taught me so much about these types of cars which I truly miss. Watching Columbo episodes help fill the void (lol). I love how the clouds gave a dramatic backdrop to your video, can't complain about that weather factor!
Check the blower resistor pack. If there's not good contact at those, you lose intermediate speeds, but since high speed bypasses the resistor pack, it isn't affected. Very common issue.
That's good. I actually think it's the coolant temp sensor for the system. Everything works fine if the interior temperature is >75 degrees when that sensor is bypassed.
You're still missing after all these years, but you must have good Wi-Fi wherever you are.
@@christopherweise438 He definitely has the money to buy good Wi-Fi! Lol
In 1995 , I bought the exact same car for $200. It had 160,000 miles on it an burned oil by the gallon. I used to get friends and local gas stations to give me their used drained oil. I kept gallon milk jugs of black burnt oil in the trunk. When the engine clanked and the gray cloud of smoke got small and oil light came on, I'd add a gallon. It was the smoothest and most comfortable car I ever had. Mine had one big bench seat in front. The tree huggers always gave me the finger !
You're a wealth of knowledge! I very much appreciate your videos. Beautiful Marquis. Thank you.
Adam, Everyone everywhere is cheering for improved weather in Michigan so you can safely take your fleet out on the roadways. 😁
Adam, what a treat to see you do a full feature review of this car so soon after acquiring it! I did note a ffew things: on my '73: my cornering lamp relays are mounted on the inside lip of the LH fender -- I believe they are under the dash on your car; and they share the same solenoid that is "missing" one terminal. If you need to replace the fan/vacuum control switch/manifold, PM me -- I figured out a way to do it without removing the entire control head from the dash. And if you need an NOS one, I have a lifetime supply -- PM me as well.
Before watching these vids…I never realized the were so many genuinely fabulous early 70’s big car Ford products.
I know I'm late getting to this one for a comment, but it's been hectic. My moms beloved HHR suffered a catastrophic transmission failure... that's what I get for commenting a few days ago about how my family had gotten lucky in not needing to buy a car in this market!
Videos like this are a great escape to a better era of cars. Thank you so much for the video Adam, it's truly an awesome car! I'd agree it's one of the coolest of the 70s! Everyone has a Camaro- this is big and imposing and always stands out.
Its 90 degrees here in South Florida. Ill attempt to send you some warmth in exchange for a little of your cooler weather. Watching your video now. Sure it will be excellent.
PS- I took my drivers test in 84 in a massive 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis Brougham. Yes, I failed the first time as I had to parallel park that boat! Thanks for the memories.
Oh yes....Those big Merc's were fabulous!! I think that was the last year for points and leaded gas. That seatbelt interlock was so hated that the feds were forced to drop it the next year. What was maddening is that they would crank but would not start. People actually had cars towed to the dealership only to find out they had to fasten the belt.
Everyone ridicules cars of this era for their low power numbers but they don't understand that it's torque that makes them a relaxing, enjoyable drive. Who wants to be screaming a big block up to silly revs in a car that's obviously built for luxurious, quiet, reliable progress? You just want crack the throttle and feel the hammer in your back.
Bill is a gem. So is Adam. Both are real 'car guys with, uh, different perspectives. And Bill's advocation of keeping children and toddlers in a fixed position by any means possible is somewhat prophetic and ornithophobes are a little more common and sensible than you may know. That said I am an avid birdwatcher.
Adam thank you again for a great review. Here's hoping you preserve more great rare classic cars in the future and that you share them with all of us on video. I enjoy your site so much and brings back memories many of these cars which I drove when they were fairly new.
BITD the gent who fitted my sisters quarterhorse with shoes drove the most incredible Grand Marquis hardtop. Two tone brown, with the painted caps (like those in your trunk) with leather, moonroof, 8-track, power everything. 11 year old me was gobsmacked. Fantastic cars they be.
Grandpa had a 78' two door Brougham with a CB antenna and a compass on the dash...Lol!
Love to see the growth in the channel!
For the seat belt interlock we used to keep the belts buckled and sat on top of them which would allow the car to start without wearing the belts... because who would want to wear a seat belt in 1974?
I've heard the buzzer but they wouldn't start without seatbelt on? I don't think that's accurate..The buzzer would stay on..
This car must’ve lived close to me at some point. I recognized that dealer logo immediately. Very cool car!
Lovely car. I must say I love the look of the front and rear styling of the 75-78 Marquis and I like the quirky seat belt reminder buzzer. That is part of the personality of the car.
I remember in the 90s you could pick these cars up and the "Town Cars" in mint condition for $800--$1,200. I remember no one wanted them other than to buy and pull the engines out and put in a pickup truck...The demolition derby guys was the only ones that bought them..
What a beautiful car Adam!!!
To die for!!
I want one!!!
Wish your 1974 Marquis Brougham had the beautiful three spoke steering wheel (no cruise control), otherwise this is the most excellent survivor, equipped with many popular options. I always thought the 4-door hardtops were more popular than the pillared sedans, so I've learned something new. It was always amazing how smooth riding Big Mercury's were in the 70's. My family's Oldsmobile Delta 88 felt like a horse-drawn buggy compared to the neighbors plush Marquis Brougham ride. Thank you Adam for this review of "the one that got away".
Ford's Speed Control also cost you the good aluminum spoked steering wheel on the '82 and '83 Mustang GTs. In it's place came a LTD Crown Victoria-style wheel with the big padded rectangular center.
Quite the prolific channel you've got going now, Adam. I'd say more so than I'd imagined it would become initially, so kudos for that. Please keep 'em coming.
Eventually the Panthers will be classics, I do enjoy these cars alot they bring me back to the past growing up being driven around in these cars by my parents!! They truly are one of a kind!!
I hear the robins in the background. I heard mine in my backyard today. Spring has sprung.
My grandpa Shelly had one of these, 2dr, black on white, in white. Grandpa Shelly worked at Mercury after WWII. He worked there a long time. He only bought Mercury’s. I’m a real Detroiter!!
My sister had a '74 Maverick with that crazy thick carpeting. It also had reclining buckets. 😀
Hey Adam, thank you very much for showing such a fine example of full size American car luxury at its pinnacle. The full size American car was disparaged decades ago and many people quickly sold these cars when gas prices went up for crazy sub-standard small cars. Driving a full size American car is FUN! And the view down the hood NEVER gets tiring especially with a nice hood ornament! I really enjoyed driving my 1963 Imperial Southampton hardtop in Alabaster White. Love the metallic brown color Merc and the metallic brown color keyed wheel covers. Hey! When are you going to get a 1973 Ambassador Brougham? Hope there is an "AMBO" in your future.
@Chris Goebel --- I just looked up your *1963 [Chrysler] Imperial hardtop.*
My goodness, what a *_gorgeous_* car! It's funky and beautiful from every angle. To me, it seems to actually embody that notion of looking like it's "moving while standing still" that so many manufacturers tried to do.
you are probably the only person in the world that would have noticed that the gas pedal was wrong! really nice car!
Bill and Adam are the best. Bill just calls it like he sees it. So does Adam just in an understated way. Back in the 70s/80s it was normal and okay to say whatever came to mind. Better times.
Hey Adam, loved driving these cars back in the day; solid, quiet, comfortable and secure feeling. You glossed over that AM/FM radio pretty fast. My dad bought a new F250 off the lot in '74, with an AM/FM radio. The truck cost $4,300, the radio was $360 of that total according to the window sticker. Serious option in the day. My uncle rebuilt the 460 in my Dad's 76 Grand Marquis wagon and used a 429 cam timing gear, it really woke that 460 up. I suspect all Ford was doing was retarding cam timing to reach their emissions goals then.
Cool shout out to Bill! Curious Cars and Rare Classic Cars! The 2 best channels on you tube. You guys should meet up and team up for a review. That’d be the best video and hilarious. Just an hour of you guys driving around in an 70’s convertible through Florida!
You meticulously caring for a car while he ashes cigarettes all over the upholstery.
you certainly show some unique vehicles, awesome job!
This looks like where I grew up. Oak Park, Michigan.
Great car. ✅️
Gorgeous full sized Mercury Marquis Brougham - looks good in metallic brown color ... Really don't see brown cars anymore: trucks/suv 's - yes ... Someone took good care of this classic Mercury ! Slainte' ! Cheers !
A solid video. You went into great depth in your video. And your subscribers benefit. Thank you !
Nice that you mention Bill! And good morning from The Netherlands:-)
You didn't order the Metallic Pea?
Now, I owe it to myself to tell you that if you're taking the whole tribe cross-country, the Wagon Queen Family Truckster... You think you hate it now, wait 'til you drive it.
Just kidding. Nice car. Not my own personal cup of tea, but your passion for them is infectuous.
I bought a 1972 Olds Delta 88 for $300 in college, all it needed was to have the Rochester 2BBL rebuilt. I bought a kit, looked at all the parts and said, "screw this". Parked it outside my parents' and within a few weeks, my dad took me to a Ford dealer and we bought a '92 Escort GT with the Cayman package. Loved that car. Wish I would have known back then though that you could unbolt your carb, send it in to JC Whitney along with a modest sum and they'd rebuild them for you. Had I known that at the time I think that car would have lasted a bit longer for me. I enjoy your channel. Thanks for the content.
Just finished a curious cars review. Funny to hear you mention bill. Enjoy the videos!
Hi Adam. Gorgeous car. I remember back during that era, Ford produced commercials for the Marquis and how it was "ride engineered". I think they had a guy in the back seat cutting a diamond to show how smooth it was. I think it's a toss up regarding the wheel covers. I like the deluxe covers but the color keyed ones are soooo period correct and something about them I just love. My dad purchased a brand new '77 Ford LTD Landau coupe, on the big 4th of July "sell-a-thon" at the local Courtesy Ford dealership in Denver. It came right off of the showroom floor. It had a big 460. I was 15 years old and so excited but my mom was mad. I learned to drive on the LTD and loved that car. Very smooth, quiet, and long hood. In any event, love the Marquis! Thanks for sharing!
Then there was the "Royal Deluxe II" skit from SNL which took the diamond cutter one step further.
My mom had a Maroon '71 with a 428CJ engine. My dad worked at the Ford plant in Dallas . in those days employees could order cars through the factory. Anyway it eventually became my
Hi School ride. It didn't make me cool but it was a great ride. I could fit 6 - 8 friends when going to a party or concert.
Beautiful 74 Marquis Adam! Congratulations on another great find! I very much prefer the luxury wheel covers over the color matching standard covers though. They give the car that "special look". With all the options, I'm surprised that it did not have cruise control, not that it really matters.
A great car and review...love the Bill, Curious Car mention. I'm waiting for more on the recently acquired '72 Lincoln Continental hardtop.
Great video!! I do like the mirror being on the front passenger door!!
The rear 1/4 profile reminded me of the 74 LTD. My uncle had a baby blue 74 LTD two door.
Adam has a baby blue Marquis. He posted the video last summer then deleted it but he has promised us another one.
@@rightlanehog3151 cool
That Merc is so gorgeous and so close to new condition! It did seem very quiet while driving, with no exhaust rumble inside the car. I think that front end styling is the best year for the Marquis.
You really know your cars Adam! Impressive.
Beautiful car. As usual, exceptional narrative.
FoMoCo concentrated heavily on quiet bodies, superlative ride and quality craftsmanship starting (in my humble opinion) around 1963.
Our neighbor, when I was in grade school through a freshman in high school, (1954 through 1962) was a Ford sales manager. I remember him telling my dad that Ford spent a significant amount of time on how the doors sounded when they were closed. It was believed that, in the showroom, if a "prospect" closed a door and it sounded solid, then it was assumed the entire body was solid. To me, Ford doors sounded solid until the mid 1980's. GM's only through 1964. Chrysler tried several times, but always sounded like there was no insulation inside the door.
Those were great cars. The quiet ride was an experience one had to feel. The sound system was pretty fair for the times as well.
So true about the ride… especially on those Detroit metro roads, Adam! When I had to travel there on business a couple of times a month, I stopped using my personal car and would rent instead! Great review! 👍👍👍
we would load up like 10 people and go cruising in my Grand Marquis . My buddy Peewe could stand in the back and talk to us up front, there would be a whole different conversation in the back seat. They are massive cars. 4 cores are pretty much required down her and iirc mine came with one.
Bill…… if I lived in your neighborhood, we be dangerous together. My wife would be quite jealous…. I love old American cars from my youth. In particular I love family cars and old pickup trucks.
I grew up on a cattle ranch in New Mexico. My grandfather (1889-1981) homesteaded our ranch when New Mexico was a territory.
My first memory of driving were grandpas pickups was a 1962 Dodge and second one was a 1965 Chevy.
Ranchers drove their cars to church when weather was good. It seemed that the Ford LTD’s and GM Cadillacs along with Pontiacs and Oldsmobiles were staple brands.
I enjoyed the tour! Love Dearborn iron.
the fold down rear seat arm rest , to me ..makes a luxury car . some models only had a front seat fold down arm rest
Wow ! You should be very proud,very classy and strong industrial look.
I recall on the old Top Gear show when Clarkson drove one of these in the “worst car ever” competition. He quipped about the engineering of the car “the word ‘precision’ was not in their lexicon.”
A real treasure...and a dignified appearance too!
Thank you, another great review.
Great car. Childhood memories abound
from bob butta(not inge)
great shows...thanks for doing these...they mean everything!!...
Gun to my head and had to buy something past '72, it might just be this.
Thanks for the opportunity to learn and appreciate this car!
I think McGarrett's first Hawaii 5-0-mobile was a '68 Merc?
Yes. 68 Park Lane Brougham
Had 74 Mercury Monterey I believe a 400 would smoke the tires forever so fun gangster looking car for a 17 year old
I like your sunglasses !#
Great auto. Please check out the Australian Ford LTD/ Landau of 1973 to 1976.
See it here on you tube. It too has the same vacuum activated headlight covers.
The Landau is a true pillar-less hardtop designed and built in Australia.
It contains some parts and features from Thunderbird, Lincoln and Mercury.
Super rare only round 1300 built.
The centre grille too is die cast metal.
LTD stands for Lincoln type design. Not Limited.