1956 MERCURY MONTEREY PHAETON...

Description

Up for sale is my 1956 Mercury Monterrey Phaeton. It has:
Original:

• Engine
• Transmission
• Working tube radio (hear Cuban radio station picked up in Pompano Beach, Fl - https://youtu.be/5-MmrrTQULM)
  
• Drum brake configuration
  
• Manual windows and ventilation system
  
• Manual steering

Not original:

• Radiator - replaced with a 56 Ford Aluminum (than original brass/copper)
  
• Tires (less than 200 miles of wear)
  
• Newer 1403 Edelbrock 1403 Performer Carburetor (less than 6 months old)
  
• Interior

Modifications:

• Lap (seat) belts added about a year ago

This is a very nicely preserved classic that while imperfect, it extremely appealing. I generally only move the car for private shows and events, where the host is expecting a lineup of finer cars for their clients. The car is never left unattended and is garage stored when not in service.

The car drives remarkably for its age! I easily cruise the interstate at 65-70 mph without any hesitation, other than the expression of peoples faces when you pass them in a 62 year old classic.

Bonus items included:

• Electrical Schema
• Original 1956 body parts catalog
• Original 1956 Chassis parts catalog
• 3 sets of keys (original + 2 original sets of blanks)
  

Not included:

• Cuban License Plate
• Models

Reason for sale:
I'm making way for a Humvee