1955 Mercury Montclair — Continental Kit

This 1955 Mercury Montclair is a genuinely fabulous slice of mid-century American style — beautifully restored, thoughtfully maintained, and finished in its factory-correct Persimmon with striking black accents. Treated to a full restoration 25 years ago and cherished by its current owner ever since, this Montclair has covered just 20,000 gentle miles since that work was completed, remaining in overall excellent condition throughout. Always garaged and consistently maintained by a caring owner, it presents as the kind of head-turning, drive-anywhere classic that rewards both the show field and the open road. From its airbrushed Continental Kit to its coordinated tri-tone cabin, this is a car with real presence and undeniable character. Slide behind the wheel, fire up the rebuilt 292, and enjoy a genuine 1950s Mercury that runs, drives, and handles wonderfully.

Engine & Drivetrain

Rebuilt 292ci V8 delivering smooth, dependable performance with authentic 1950s character
Merc-O-Matic automatic transmission for relaxed, effortless cruising
New 500 CFM Holley four-barrel carburetor for crisp starts and confident throttle response
New aluminum radiator keeping temperatures in check, even in modern stop-and-go traffic
New fuel pump and solenoid installed January 2026 for reliable, worry-free driving
Dual exhaust exiting the rear with polished 2″ chrome tips for a classic, refined note

Exterior

Factory-correct Persimmon finish with handsome black accents — bold, period-right, and beautifully presented
Black hardtop in overall excellent condition, with only a few minor imperfections as shown
Functioning Continental Kit featuring a beautifully airbrushed drive-in scene on the tire holder
Dual chrome dummy spotlights adding authentic 1950s flair
Diamondback wide whitewall tires (fitted two years ago) for a proper period stance
1957 Dodge Lancer hubs up front paired with factory chrome Mercury hubcaps at the rear — all in excellent condition
Factory rear fender skirts completing the smooth, elegant profile
Panels line up nicely throughout, with intact, excellent-condition chrome, badging, and trim
All glass clear and in excellent condition

Interior

Coordinated Persimmon, black, and white cabin — clean, striking, and true to the era
Factory-correct plastic seat covers (fitted four years ago) in excellent condition
Headliner in excellent condition
Beautiful dash with a full gauge cluster, complemented by aftermarket Equus gauges mounted below
Correct tissue box with a Pioneer AM/FM CD stereo mounted behind for modern listening
A comfortable, characterful interior that captures the charm of mid-century motoring

Suspension & Chassis

Power steering for smooth, effortless control
Power front disc brakes with an electric vacuum pump feeding the larger dual master cylinder for confident, modern stopping
Composed, well-sorted ride that handles beautifully on the open road
Clean underside showing only minimal surface rust and some peeling of the older undercoating, as shown
A solid, dependable foundation from a car that has always been mechanically cared for

Additional Info

Comprehensively restored 25 years ago; single ownership since, with just 20,000 miles driven
Always garaged and consistently maintained by the current owner
Clean trunk compartment with full rubber mat, spare, jack, and first aid kit
All lights and signals work as expected; passes MA State Inspection
Stored in Massachusetts, with a clean MA title in the owner’s name and a car cover included
A few minor items requiring attention: dash lights, odometer, and clock are not currently working, and the neutral safety switch needs attention

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