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Mercury had a record-setting year in 1955 with a total of 329,000 Mercury vehicles sold. This was the same year they split from Lincoln. Mercury offered three series in 1955, the Custom, Monterey, and Montclair. These series came in a wide variety of body styles which included sedans, convertibles, and even station wagons. Further customization was available such as engine options, air-conditioning, power equipment, and more.
This 1955 Mercury Monterey Woody Station Wagon was offered for sale at the 2006 Gooding & Company Auction held in Pebble Beach, Ca. It was estimated to sell for $60,000-$80,000 and was offered without reserve. It is powered by an eight-cylinder engine that displaces 292 cubic inches and produces just under 190 horsepower. It has a three-speed 'Merco-Matic' automatic gearbox and came is equipped with many factory options.
The Monterey Station Wagon was Mercury's most expensive vehicle in 1955 costing the buyer $2845. Included in the price were power steering, brakes and seats. A radio also accompanied the vehicle.
The car has recently been treated to a complete restoration which took over three years. The vehicle is finished in turquoise with wood trim. The interior has three seats which make it one of the rare vehicles to be equipped with a rear seat.
At auction, the true beauty of its restoration and history was rewarded by the sale of the vehicle being driven well above the estimated value. When bidding concluded, the car ad been sold for $115,500.By Daniel Vaughan | Feb 2007
This 1955 Mercury Monterey Woody Station Wagon was offered for sale at the 2006 Gooding & Company Auction held in Pebble Beach, Ca. It was estimated to sell for $60,000-$80,000 and was offered without reserve. It is powered by an eight-cylinder engine that displaces 292 cubic inches and produces just under 190 horsepower. It has a three-speed 'Merco-Matic' automatic gearbox and came is equipped with many factory options.
The Monterey Station Wagon was Mercury's most expensive vehicle in 1955 costing the buyer $2845. Included in the price were power steering, brakes and seats. A radio also accompanied the vehicle.
The car has recently been treated to a complete restoration which took over three years. The vehicle is finished in turquoise with wood trim. The interior has three seats which make it one of the rare vehicles to be equipped with a rear seat.
At auction, the true beauty of its restoration and history was rewarded by the sale of the vehicle being driven well above the estimated value. When bidding concluded, the car ad been sold for $115,500.By Daniel Vaughan | Feb 2007
2021 Mecum : Monterey
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $50,000-USD $60,000
Sale Price :
USD $88,000
2008 Sports & Classics of Monterey by RM Auctions
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $75,000-USD $125,000
Sale Price :
USD $50,600
2006 Gooding & Company Pebble Beach Auction
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $60,000-USD $80,000
Sale Price :
USD $115,500
1955 Mercury Monterey Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Mercury Monterey
(Data based on Model Year 1955 sales)
1955 Mercury Monterey Hardtop Chassis#: 55sl136177m Sold for USD$9,900 2023 Mecum : Kansas City | |
1955 Mercury Monterey Sedan Sold for USD$16,500 2022 Mecum Indy | |
1955 Mercury Monterey Sold for USD$21,450 2022 Mecum : Glendale | |
1955 Mercury Monterey Woody Wagon Chassis#: 55LA26574M Sold for USD$88,000 2021 Mecum : Monterey | |
1955 MERCURY MONTEREY 2 DOOR HARDTOP Sold for USD$23,888 2019 McCormick's - # 66 | |
1955 Mercury Monterey Sold for USD$13,200 2018 Mecum : 2018 Chicago | |
1955 MERCURY MONTEREY Chassis#: 55SL99306M Sold for USD$27,500 2018 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale | |
1955 MERCURY MONTEREY 2 DOOR HARD TOP Sold for USD$17,588 2016 McCormick's - # 61 | |
1955 MERCURY MONTEREY Sold for USD$9,450 2016 McCormick's - Palm Springs # 60 | |
1955 MERCURY MONTEREY Sold for USD$9,450 2016 McCormick's Auction # 60 | |
1955 Mercury Monterey Sold for USD$22,000 2016 Silver Auction - Arizona in January 2016 | |
1955 MERCURY MONTEREY WOODY WAGON Chassis#: 55WA71709M Sold for USD$33,000 2016 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale, AZ | |
1955 MERCURY MONTEREY Chassis#: 55SL99306M Sold for USD$29,700 2015 Barrett-Jackson - Scottsdale | |
1955 Mercury Monterey Coupe Sold for USD$20,350 2013 Auctions America - Auburn Fall | |
1955 Mercury Monterey Coupe Sold for USD$13,500 2013 Mecum Auctions - Kissimmee, FL Auction | |
1955 Mercury Monterey Sold for USD$16,750 2012 Silver Auction - Reno, Nevada Aug 12 | |
1955 MERCURY MONTEREY 2 DOOR COUPE Chassis#: 55MEX10132M Sold for USD$25,850 2012 Barrett-Jackson at Scottsdale, Arizona | |
1955 MERCURY MONTEREY Sold for USD$24,200 2011 Auctions America - Fall Carlisle | |
1955 Mercury Monterey Two Door Hardtop Sold for USD$20,500 2010 Leake Car Auctions - 38th Annual Leake Auto Auction - Market Hall | |
1955 Mercury Monterey Hard Top Sold for USD$25,850 2010 RM Auctions - Collector Cars of Fort Lauderdale |
Mercury Montereys That Failed To Sell At Auction
1955 Mercury Monterey's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
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1955 Mercury Monterey Two-Door | 55ME57960M | 2018 RM Auctions : Auburn Fall | |||
1955 Mercury Monterey Custom Wagon | 2018 Mecum : Kansas City | $21,000 | |||
1955 Mercury Monterey Estate Wagon | 55WA71709M | 2016 Mecum : Monterey | $30,000 | ||
1955 Mercury Monterey | 2016 Silver Auction Sun Valley | $13,000 | |||
1955 MERCURY MONTEREY | 2016 McCormick's Palm Springs # 60 | $24,500 | |||
1955 MERCURY MONTEREY | 2016 McCormick's Auction # 60 | $24,500 | |||
1955 Mercury Monterey | 2013 Leake Auction Dallas, Texas | $10,000 | |||
1955 Mercury Monterey | 55SL44324M | 2012 Silver Auction Reno, Nevada Aug 12 | $18,500 | ||
1955 MERCURY MONTEREY STATION WAGON | 2011 Auctions America Spring Carlisle | $28,500 | |||
1955 Mercury Monterey 2DR HT | 55SL67966M | 2010 Carlisle Auctions Spring Auction | $13,250 | ||
1955 MERCURY MONTEREY 2DR HT | 55ME75721M | 2009 Carlisle Auction 09 Fall Carlisle Collector Car Auction | $15,000 | ||
1955 MERCURY MONTEREY | 2009 Silver Auction Greater Salt Lake | $22,000 | |||
1955 MERCURY MONTEREY | 2007 Silver Auction Hot August Nights | $25,500 | |||
1955 MERCURY MONTEREY TWO DOOR HARDTOP | 2002 Kruse Auction Auburn, IN | $14,500 | |||
1955 MERCURY MONTEREY TWO DOOR POST SEDAN | 2002 Kruse Auction Auburn, IN | $18,000 | |||
1955 MERCURY WAGON FOUR DOOR | 2002 Kruse Auction Auburn, IN | $15,000 |
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