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1964 Mercury Comet Caliente HardTop Coupe

  • Chassis Number: 4H23F567165
The first series Mercury Comets were essentially re-badged Ford Falcons, the sedans stretched by some 5 inches. The name Comet was purchased by Ford from a 'professional car' manufacturer who recreated mostly Oldsmobiles. The Caliente stood for a trim level, neither Custom nor base.

This car is a recreation of one of the six factory-built African Safari Rally cars entered in the 1964 event, but re-configured as a tarmac car that holds an FIA 'Historical Technical Passport' and thus endorses the accuracy of the build to Appendix K specification. The motor is a '5-bolt' 289 Hi-Po V8 with a 'Top Loader' 4-speed.
The Mercury Comet was introduced in 1960 as a sister to the Ford Falcon. At the time, Mercury appeared to be searching for its identity, which began with the 1957 Mercury and its space-age styling. This was followed by the practicality of the Comet, which was at odds with a brand that was in the medium-priced field. By 1961, the Mercurys - including the full-size models - were simply badge-engineered Fords. Things began to change starting in 1962 when Mercury appeared to get its mojo back. The Comet was given a face-lift and offered in a dash of sportiness. The new S-22 model offered even more with its bucket seat interior. Mercury cars began taking notice in the NASCAR circuit, and the 1964 A/FX Comet was doing damage in the NHRA competition. With the introduction of the 289 Hi-Po engine, Mercury had a proper muscle car in the Comet Cyclone.

Six 1964 Comet Calientes were prepared for the East African Safari Rally, and each received the 289 Hi-Po motor and heavy-duty modifications to cope with the harsh terrain of the continent. These modifications included a reinforced frame and six-point roll cage plus full-size Mercury front rotors, calipers, and rear drums.

This example was built by a collaboration of a few enthusiasts. It has a correct date-coded '5 bolt' 289 Hi-Po motor connected to a Ford 'Top Loader' four-speed. In the back, there is a nine-inch 31-spine axle with a limited-slip differential. Body panels have been 'seam-welded', and lightweight bumpers also have been installed. This fully street-legal Comet has participated in the Tarmac Rally and hillclimb.

In 2011, this vehicle was offered for sale at the Quail Lodge auction presented by Bonhams. It was sold for the sum of $45,045, inclusive of the buyer's premium.

By Daniel Vaughan | Nov 2011

2011 Bonhams - Quail Lodge Sale

Sale Price :
USD $45,045

1964 Mercury Comet Auction Sales

Recent Sales of the Mercury Comet

(Data based on Model Year 1964 sales)
1964 MERCURY COMET CYCLONE
Chassis#: 4J27K511319
Sold for USD$32,450
  2024 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale AZ
 
1964 Mercury Comet
Chassis#: 4h23k530705
Sold for USD$34,100
  2023 Mecum : Kissimmee Summer Special 2023
 
1964 Mercury Comet Caliente
Chassis#: 4h23t576488
Sold for USD$33,000
  2023 Mecum : Houston
 
1964 MERCURY COMET CALIENTE
Chassis#: 4T23F500031
Sold for USD$56,000
  2023 Gooding & Company : Estate of Mark Smith Auction
 
1964 Mercury Comet Cyclone
Sold for USD$42,900
  2022 Mecum : Glendale
 
1964 Mercury Comet B/FX Drag Car
Sold for USD$28,600
  2022 Mecum : Kissimmee
 
1964 Mercury Comet Cyclone
Sold for USD$51,700
  2022 Mecum : Kissimmee
 
1964 Mercury Comet
Sold for USD$24,200
  2022 Mecum : Kissimmee
 
1964 Mercury Comet
Sold for USD$14,300
  2021 Mecum : Chicago
 
1964 Mercury Comet
Sold for USD$13,250
  2021 Fall Carlisle Auction
 
1964 Mercury Comet Caliente Convertible
Sold for USD$17,600
  2021 Mecum : Orlando
 
1964 Mercury Comet Cyclone
Sold for USD$52,800
  2021 Mecum : Kissimmee
 
1964 MERCURY COMET CVTBLE
Sold for USD$23,320
  2020 McCormick's Auction # 68
 
1964 MERCURY COMET CONVERTIBLE
Chassis#: 4H25K522647
Sold for USD$16,430
  2020 McCormick's Auction # 68
 
1964 Mercury Comet Caliente Hardtop
Sold for USD$9,900
  2019 Mecum : Kansas City
 
1964 Mercury Comet Caliente
Sold for USD$16,500
  2019 Mecum : Las Vegas
 
1964 Mercury Comet Cyclone
Sold for USD$55,000
  2019 Mecum : Harrisburg
 
1964 Mercury Comet Caliente Convertible
Sold for USD$18,150
  2019 Mecum : Harrisburg
 
1964 Mercury Comet
Sold for USD$11,250
  2019 Spring Carlisle Auction
 
1964 Mercury Comet Caliente Convertible
Sold for USD$12,100
  2019 Mecum : Kissimmee
 

Mercury Comets That Failed To Sell At Auction

1964 Mercury Comet's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
VehicleChassisEventHigh BidEst. LowEst. High
1964 Mercury Comet A/FX 2023 Mecum : Kissimmee$150,000$275,000$325,000
1964 Mercury Comet Caliente 2022 Mecum : Tulsa$37,000  
1964 MERCURY COMET CVTBLE 2020 McCormick's Auction # 68$20,000  
1964 Mercury Comet Pro Mod 2020 Mecum Auctions : Kissimmee$40,000  
1964 Mercury Comet A/FX 2019 Mecum : Indianpolis$170,000$300,000$350,000
1964 MERCURY 202 COMET 2 DOOR 2018 McCormick's Auction # 64$18,500  
1964 Mercury Comet 2017 Mecum : Louisville$9,000  
1964 Mercury Comet 2017 Mecum : Louisville$10,000  
1964 Mercury Comet Caliente Hardtop 2017 Collector Car Toronto Spring Classic$19,000  
1964 Mercury Comet Caliente Convertible 2017 Mecum : Portland$27,000  
1964 Mercury Comet 202 2016 Collector Car Toronto Fall Classic$4,500  
1964 Mercury Comet 202 2016 Collector Car Toronto Fall Classic$2,000  
1964 Mercury Comet 202 Station Wagon Custom 2016 Auctions America : Auburn Fall$10,000$15,000$20,000
1964 Mercury Comet Convertible 2016 Russo & Steele : Newport Beach   
1964 Mercury Comet 2016 Russo & Steele : Arizona   
1964 Mercury Comet Cyclone Hardtop 2015 Collector Car Productions Maple City Classic Car$14,000  
1964 Mercury Comet Caliente 2015 Mecum : Denver$17,000  
1964 Mercury Comet A/FX 2014 Mecum : Indianapolis$200,000  
1964 Mercury Comet 202 302/280 HP, 5-Speed 2014 Mecum Kissimmee$9,000  
1964 MERCURY COMET CALLIENTE TWO DOOR HARD TOP 2013 2013 Red Deer Speed Show Collector Car Auction   
1964 Mercury A/FX Comet 2012 Mecum's 25th Original Spring Classic Indianapolis$275,000  
1964 MERCURY COMET 202 RESTO MOD 2D4H01T5975722011 Auctions America Fort Lauderdale$29,000  
1964 Mercury Comet Convertible 2009 Mecum Kissimmee, FL Auction$17,000  
1964 Mercury Comet Convertible 2009 Mecum Kissimmee, FL Auction$15,000  
1964 MERCURY COMET FOUR DOOR 2003 Kruse Auction Hot Springs, AR$3,400  
1964 MERCURY COMET TWO DOOR HARDTOP 2001 Kruse Auction Santa Clara, CA$65,000  

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