1956 Mercury Montclair Hardtop Coupe

This 1956 Mercury Montclair 'Restomod' Coupe was offered for sale at the 2007 Sports and Classic Car Auction presented by The Worldwide Group, in Hilton Head Island, SC where it was estimated to sell for $20,000 - $30,000. It was offered without reserve. Power is from the 292 cubic-inch V8 engine capable of producing nearly 200 horsepower. There is an automatic gearbox and four-wheel drum brakes.

The hot-rod scene began with the pre-WWII cars with running boards and simple fenders over the wheels. In many cases, the fenders were removed entirely and often replaced with light cycle-style fenders. Under the bonnet was the most powerful and lightweight engine available fit snuggly in an equally lightweight frame. In most cases, the suspension was modified and the car was lowered.

This vehicle began as a stock 1956 Mercury Montclair, but during some part of its life was mildly customized. The engine was given some 'hot-rodding' care, a glass-pac muffler was adapted to produce thunderous rumble when the throttle was pressed, and some very interesting and attractive paint accents and glass etchings were applied.

This car was estimated to sell for a low value of $20,000. The high value was placed at $30,000. There was no reserve placed so the high bid was the winning bid. Including the buyer's premium, the selling price was $9,900 meaning the buyer received a bargain.

By Daniel Vaughan | Dec 2011