1965 Mercury Comet Caliente, Runs And Drives, Barn Find, Great Resto Project! on 2040-cars
Farmville, Virginia, United States
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I am selling this car for a friend he bought it to restore as a project with his son sadly his son passed he has held onto since hoping it would help heal the loss but now its time to let go. 1965 Mercury Comet Caliente 289 Automatic. He drove the car many years the engine has the original heads, intake on it the block is a rebuilt, the original block & replacement heads along with crankshaft are being sold with the car. All trim, nameplates & interior are with the car. He had started to tear down but then lost his son & interest in the car. About 10-11 years ago I had replaced for him all brake shoes, wheel cylinders , hardware & brake lines. The front end is tight and I put new tires on it as old ones no longer held air also new battery and starter solenoid to get it back running after sitting. Car does run and run very well and drives , GREAT RESTO PROJECT. Nice car . I believe the battery tray is the only thing missing. Car is being sold as is, where is, no warranty expressed or implied. Buyer is responsible for pick up, and or shipping at his/her own expense. Must be picked up within one week of auction's end, unless other arrangements are made. Also, we reserve the right to end the auction early, as the car is for sale locally as well. Additional photos available upon request.
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