1952 Mercury Monterey
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Ford completely redesigned most of its cars for the 1952 year, introducing the first generation of the newly named and elegant Mercury Monterey in the process. Slightly more powerful than the Ford version, the slick 1952 Merc also offered clean styling and wonderful '50s era details that only add to the car's allure. Featuring a sophisticated two-tone paint job, a beautifully restored interior, a couple of choice options, and an upgraded 401 'Wildcat' V8, this is an unusual '50s cruiser that really moves the needle. With all the focus on vintage hot-rodding these days, it's easy to forget that your parents and grandparents drove fantastic cars like this to work every day. With that in mind, you shouldn't be surprised that this one works as well as it does, or that it looks so polished. The Mercury brand was hitting on all eight cylinders in 1952, boasting impressive sales and a rejuvenated image thanks to value-packed cars like this. The custom cream beige and deep red paint is pretty close to Vassar Yellow and Siren Red (introduced the following year), and with those contrasting shades, it has a high-profile look that fits the Monterey's upscale status. Built as a driver and...