1974 Mercury Comet Gt A True "survivor" Car,46,000 Orig Miles!!!!! on 2040-cars
Plainfield, Ontario, Canada
Engine:392 2bbl
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Exterior Color: Red
Make: Mercury
Interior Color: Black
Model: Comet
Number of Cylinders: 8
Trim: GT
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Drive Type: rear wheel drive
Mileage: 46,365
Sub Model: GT
Up for auction is an incredble unrestored 1974 Mercury Comet GT 302,2bbl,automatic.This car is like stepping back in time.Everything is how it was from the day it was purchased.It is a one family car,never winter driven,with a very low 46,365 original miles.The paint is all original and looks great.The only flaw in the paint is when the lower drivers side was repainted when new due to someone keying it.There is one spot behind the front right wheel that could use some attention due to pine needles being packed in behind the fender and collecting moisture,causing some minor rust and paint blistering..The interior is increble,no rips or tears at all.The engine compartment is all original right down the plug wires,distributor cap,etc.It will need a tune up.I did drive the car almost 2 hours when I brought it home,but really should be tuned up.It drove and stopped perfect.If you have any questions,or would like specific picyures please email or call.Thanks for looking. 613-962-3352
Mercury Comet for Sale
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