Lot 2002
1949 Mercury Eight Sedan
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
VIN: 9CM106490
With a 255 cubic inch flat head V8, and three-speed column shifted manual transmission with overdrive.
The original window sticker from Alan Chapel Inc. Michigan remains and shows the paint as Tampico Red Metallic with beige corduroy interior, that has been replaced with burgundy vinyl with a tan suede headliner. The factory options are overdrive, fender skirts, foam cushions, heater, chrome grille, 8 tube AM radio, wheel rings and oil filter. Later additions are the windshield hood with a Fulton traffic light finder, curb feelers, fog lights, and compass. The list price was $1814.07
Please note, bidders may be subject to a bidding limit. Please review your account and contact the front office for assistance with increasing a bid limit prior to the auction.
This lot subject to reserve. For this lot, payment accepted only by wire transfer. 15% buyer's premium for LLA live-online and absentee bidding. For winning bidders in NC, license plate and titling of vehicle will be obtained by Leland Little Auctions NCFL# 7452, provided all applicable fees and taxes are paid. Additional taxes may be due upon registration, depending on your state of residence.
Long term ownership from a gentleman in Vero Beach Florida. A member of many automotive clubs such as AACA, Ford Mercury Club of America and more.
The following condition report, while thorough, is not exhaustive as vintage cars have inherent wear and imperfections. We welcome personal inspections.
Most of the dash, windows and trim appear original; the paint bears some minor solvent pops on the horizontal surfaces, visor and cowl; scrape and small dent to passenger side sill; some of the trim has minor dents; radio, compass, and clock do not function properly; no other apparent concerns.
