1949 Mercury Introduction

An iconic car from a unique period in American history.  The Mercury was a step up from a Ford and just a small step below the Lincoln.  It had a combination of style and performance that set it apart from other cars of the time.  This 4 door Sport Sedan has the iconic “suicide” rear doors.  When James Dean starred in Rebel Without a Cause, the 49 Mercury was the car chosen to mesh with his character.  It is just that kind of car.  People notice you when you drive a custom 49 Merc.

1949 Mercury Specifics

This car has been mildly updated and customized.  Front disc brakes and a 12 volt electrical system upgrade are a start.  The front grill, rear taillights and shaved door & trunk handles enhance the already classic Mercury styling.  The engine was recently completely rebuilt using a short block from H&H flatheads.  Mike Herman at H&H quite literally wrote the book on how to rebuild the Ford flathead V8.  This one has a Isky 3/4 race cam, fully balanced rotating assembly along with new or rebuilt starter, carburetor, water pumps, Melling oil pump, distributor and alternator.  It has a new clutch and the 3 speed transmission is equipped with the correct overdrive.  The dual exhausts let everyone know there is something special under the hood.