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£14,433

1949 Mercury Eight Sport Sedan Project

United States • 2 Jun 2026

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AI Listing Summary

This 1949 Mercury Eight Sport Sedan is a project car with custom modifications like ghost flames, shaved door handles, and an Air Ride suspension. It's currently non-running and requires significant service to its electrical system, clutch, and suspension, making it a candidate for restoration.

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Condition 

3

The car is a non-running project with multiple systems requiring service, including the electrical system and clutch. The Air Ride suspension also needs service, and the tires require air. While the paint has ghost flames, the description indicates it's a project and not currently functional.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

9CM259873

Odometer:

[Odometer Reading]

Reg Number:

[Reg Number]

RHD/LHD:

LHD

TMU 255ci L-head V8 Three-Speed Manual Transmission Black Paint w/Ghost Flames Beige Upholstery Billet Specialties Wheels Air Ride Suspension Shaved Door Handles Alpine Head Unit Dolphin Gauges
This 1949 Mercury Eight four-door sport sedan was acquired by the seller in 2006 and is currently a non-running project after a period of disuse.

Modifications include black paint with ghost flames, shaved door handles, staggered-diameter Billet Specialties wheels, and an Air Ride suspension setup.

The cabin is appointed with beige upholstery, Dolphin gauges, and an Alpine head unit.

The 255ci L-head V8 is linked to a three-speed manual transmission.

The car does not currently turn on, and the seller notes that multiple systems will require service.

This Series-9CM Eight is now offered at no reserve with a clean California title in the seller’s name.

The black paintwork is accented by ghost flames, and the car has shaved door handles, chrome bumpers, a hood ornament, and dual exhaust outle...

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£5,219

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£22,208

Median Price (Since 2020)

£60,270

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