This 1951 Mercury Eight convertible is finished in cream over red and black upholstery and is powered by a 255ci flathead V8 paired with a three-speed “Merc-O-Matic” automatic transmission.
The 255ci flathead V8 features a single downdraft carburetor with an offset factory air cleaner.
An oil change was performed in preparation for the sale.
Power is sent to the rear wheels via a three-speed ‘Merc-O-Matic’ automatic transmission.
This example is finished in cream with a power-operated black convertible top, and additional features include chrome trim, a split windshield, “Merc-O-Matic” badging, and rear fender skirts.
The car refurbishment have included removing the body from the frame.
Painted 15″ steel wheels are equipped with Mercury-branded hubcaps and are mounted with BFGoodrich Silvertown wide-whitewall radial tires.
A full-size spare is fitted in the trunk.
The interior features front and rear bench seats upholstered in red and black upholstery along with matching door panels that are accented by chromed hardware.
A painted metal dashboard is finished in gloss black, and carpeting in dark red with black piping further accents the interior trim.
The car is equipped with power windows and a dashboard clock.
A two-spoke steering wheel fronts instrumentation including a sweeping 110-mph speedometer and gauges for oil pressure, fuel level, temperature, and amperage.
The five-digit odometer shows 869 miles, total mileage is unknown.
