1951 Mercury Eight

This 1951 Mercury is one of a reported 3,812 two-door wagons produced for the model year and is finished in Luxor Maroon with wood body moldings over two-tone upholstery. Power comes from a 255ci flathead V8 paired with a two-speed automatic transmission, and additional equipment includes a wooden split tailgate, sliding rear side windows, and rear fender skirts as well as a push-button AM radio and a Merco-Therm ventilation and heating system. A Dearborn Award from the Early Ford V8 Club of America will accompany the car along with additional recognition. Recently acquired out of Maine by the selling dealer, this Mercury woodie wagon is now offered at no reserve in Florida with a Maine registration document. The metal bodywork is finished in Luxor Maroon and accented with woodgrain appliqués and varnished wood moldings. Additional features include a spotlight, sliding rear side windows, and body-color fender skirts. Painted 15″ steel wheels with chrome hubcaps and trim rings are mounted with 225/75 Coker Classic wide-whitewall tires. A covered spare is mounted to the split tailgate, and braking is provided by four-wheel drums. The cabin features a split front bench and two rear benches upholstered in two-tone upholstery. Matching materials line the ceiling, and the doors, tailgate, and side panels are trimmed with wood. Equipment includes an AM radio along with a Merco-Therm ventilation and heating system. The two-spoke steering wheel features a chrome horn ring and frames a 110-mph speedometer, auxiliary gauges, and an analog clock. The five-digit odometer shows 47k miles, approximately 50 of which were added by the selling dealer. The 255ci flathead V8 features a single downdraft carburetor with an offset oil-bath air cleaner. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a Merc-o-Matic two-speed automatic transmission. A general inspection was completed in preparation for the sale. Additional photos showing the suspension, chassis, and driveline are presented in the gallery below. The car earned a Dearborn Award from the Early Ford V8 Club of America in 2001, and additional recognition is viewable in the gallery below. The car does not have a title, as it is registered in a state that does not issue titles for a vehicle of its age. It is being sold on its Maine registration.