NO RESERVE!! 1991 Mercury Capri Convertible, 5-spd, Historic, MPG: 21city /26hwy

Description for Mercury Capri 1991

No Reserve!! 1991 Mercury Capri Convertible 1. 6L Engine. 5-speed Transmission Fun Car for Summer! Gas sipper: 26mpg HWY / 21mpg City This car has not been MD State Inspected. so it can only be sold to a non-Maryland resident. Please read the description fully and ensure that you can meet the obligations of this auction before bidding. As is stated above. this is a NO RESERVE auction for a 1991 Mercury Capri convertible. This fun. sleek little car is the more comfortable and practical cousin of the Miata. built by Ford Australia. but using many Mazda mechanical components. The 1. 6L DOHC Mazda 4-cylinder has ample power for this small car. and returns great gas mileage. It starts right up. and does not smoke. overheat or have blow-by. Oil pressure is good. There is a very slow oil leak that left a small spot on my driveway overnight. The clutch is strong. and the 5-speed manual transmission shifts up and down through all of its gears without any grinding. A new alternator was installed recently. I was told that the previous owner had the transmission rebuilt. but I have no receipts to prove it. The brakes feel good. The suspension feels average for the age and mileage. It is probably due for new bushings. and it feels like the passenger’s side may need a new ball joint in the front end. The driver’s side CV joint clicks when making a right turn. so that will likely need to be replaced in the future. The exterior of this car is actually in good shape for the age. The “futuristic” angular lines. pop-up lights and panel that cover the top give this car a very clean look that is different to most small convertibles. even today. It really stands out on the road. There is no rust that I can see. except for a small spot of surface rust on the edge of the panel that covers the convertible top when it is down. The paint. other than the expected little ding or chip. looks good. but could use a wax to bring the shine back out. The bumpers have faded a bit. and there is a “bleached” area on the panel that covers the top (pictured). but otherwise the body looks good. The tires all have good tread. and the top is in good condition. There is some wind noise around the driver’s window. but the top does not leak. The wipers and exterior lights all work. but the passenger’s side headlight does not go up. This is a common problem with these cars. and may be the motor or motor control unit. The grey interior is average for the age. and shows some wear and tear. The dash and door panels are in good shape. without any sun damage or cracks. This car has a rear seat that could theoretically fit 2 people. but it does work well for additional storage space. If you’ve ever owned a Miata or MR2 you know that quickly jumping into the car in the rain means having to stuff bags and belongings into the passenger’s footwell. if you don’t have a passenger. In the Mercury Capri there is plenty of space to toss things into the back seat. The front seats have a few tears in the fabric. but are still supportive. The carpets have some staining. but would clean up with a proper shampooing. This car has power windows and power mirrors. The heater works well. but the A/C does not feel cold. and the radio has been removed. There is a driver’s airbag for safety. All of the dash lights and gauges work. At highway speeds there is an occasional miss or hesitation when accelerating. When this happens the “check engine” light comes on and then goes off. I think that this is happening because the car sat unused over winter with the gas tank ¾ full. and that gas has gone bad. The car ran perfectly last summer. and since I topped up the tank with premium gas and added a bottle of gas treatment it has improved. but it may still need a proper tune-up to sort this problem out. The car does not stall or stop running. it just has an occasional “hiccup. ” This is a sleek. sporty. but economical little convertible that will be great for summer. If you like Miatas but don’t have the flexibility to get in and out of them. this is the car for you! I would class this as a “drive and restore” car. It is not in perfect condition. it has some faults and I have described all of the faults that I have found. While it does need some work. it is a good. solid base to start from. and you can drive and enjoy it while doing the work. This car is old enough to be registered as “historic” in most states. which means cheaper registration and insurance fees. and exemption from state inspections. It comes with two extensive diagnostic shop manuals from the previous owner. Please read the description thoroughly. examine all of the pictures and then come see / drive the car in person before you decide to bid. I welcome bidders to come check out this car. just please give me at least 24 hours notice that you want to come so that I can adjust my busy schedule. I am selling this car on behalf of my father because he does not use the internet. This car is owned by his small. used car dealership. Since this car is owned by a dealership. the buyer has the option of getting a 2-month temp tag. so that he or she can legally drive the car home. This car has not been through MD State Inspection so it cannot be sold to a Maryland resident. PLEASE READ: This car has not been through MD State Inspection. so it cannot be sold to a Maryland resident. If you have a Maryland Driver’s License. you cannot buy this car. Payment is to be made in cash. Paypal and Bank Transfers are not cash. cash is physical. paper money. Buyer must have a valid drivers license A $200 deposit is due within 24 hours of the auction's end. This can be paid through Paypal. The remainder is to be paid in cash at the time of pick-up. Bidders with zero or negative feedback must contact me prior to bidding – I will delete your bids otherwise. Do not send me angry emails when you bid without contacting me. and then find that I have deleted your bids and blocked you from further bidding on the auction. This car is sold AS IS. with NO WARRANTY. Please examine the supersized photos. and contact me if you have any questions. Serious bidders are welcome to come see the car. just give me notice ahead of time so I can adjust my schedule. Since this car is being sold by a dealership. if on arrival for pick-up the buyer has a valid driver's license and proof of insurance. a 2-month temp. tag can be supplied at an additional cost of $35. Payment is to be made in CASH at pick-up. Winning bidder must contact me within 24 hours of the end of the auction. The car must be picked up within 1 week of the end of the auction.