Photo: eBay seller devost2005/autoevolution edits
Customers who walked into a Mercury dealership in 1964 looking for a brand-new Comet had to pay at least $2,126 for a 202 Series in a four-door sedan configuration. The two-door version was only a bit more expensive at $2,182.
The Caliente was the icing on the cake and the only series with a convertible version. The removable top Comet was the second most expensive model in the lineup, carrying a price tag of $2,636. The number one was the four-door Villager Station Wagon in the Comet 404 Series, which could be yours for $2,734.
A 1964 Mercury Comet landed on eBay a few hours ago, albeit it includes only vague information that makes it a mysterious classic worth checking out.
The obvious thing anyone can decrypt is that the Comet has been spending years in the same place. It's an abandoned Comet that has likely been sitting for a long time, so its condition is far from the perfect 10 many people dream about.
It's a rough convertible, and eBay seller devost2005 claims it was recently pulled from a barn. Unfortunately, we know nothing about its storage location, as several decades in a barn could end with heavy rust, especially on the undersides. The photos suggest the owner has already replaced some body panels, but you'll have to inspect everything in person before figuring out precisely what happened on this Comet.
The owner claims that it "looks like everything is there," meaning restoring this Comet shouldn't be as hard as it seems at first glance. Obviously, a complete project doesn't make it easier to restore, but a car without missing parts increases the chances of returning it to an all-original setup.
An engine is still in the car, but we know nothing about it. The Comet has likely been sitting for a long time, possibly under the clear sky, and in engine language, it means the mill could already be seized. It certainly doesn't look like a working unit, so find a good mechanic and inspect what happens under the hood before committing to a purchase.
Meanwhile, the car hopes it can convince someone online to take it home, albeit that will be a massive challenge, considering the lack of information and the rough shape. The best thing is the no-reserve auction, meaning that this Comet will sell to the highest bidder with no questions asked. The digital battle is already underway, but the only offer for the car is $500.
The listing will expire in five days, and unless someone sends a higher offer, this Comet will sell almost for pocket money. The car is parked in Norton, Vermont, and you'll need a trailer to take it home, considering its rough shape.
A 1964 Mercury Comet landed on eBay a few hours ago, albeit it includes only vague information that makes it a mysterious classic worth checking out.
The obvious thing anyone can decrypt is that the Comet has been spending years in the same place. It's an abandoned Comet that has likely been sitting for a long time, so its condition is far from the perfect 10 many people dream about.
It's a rough convertible, and eBay seller devost2005 claims it was recently pulled from a barn. Unfortunately, we know nothing about its storage location, as several decades in a barn could end with heavy rust, especially on the undersides. The photos suggest the owner has already replaced some body panels, but you'll have to inspect everything in person before figuring out precisely what happened on this Comet.
The owner claims that it "looks like everything is there," meaning restoring this Comet shouldn't be as hard as it seems at first glance. Obviously, a complete project doesn't make it easier to restore, but a car without missing parts increases the chances of returning it to an all-original setup.
An engine is still in the car, but we know nothing about it. The Comet has likely been sitting for a long time, possibly under the clear sky, and in engine language, it means the mill could already be seized. It certainly doesn't look like a working unit, so find a good mechanic and inspect what happens under the hood before committing to a purchase.
Meanwhile, the car hopes it can convince someone online to take it home, albeit that will be a massive challenge, considering the lack of information and the rough shape. The best thing is the no-reserve auction, meaning that this Comet will sell to the highest bidder with no questions asked. The digital battle is already underway, but the only offer for the car is $500.
The listing will expire in five days, and unless someone sends a higher offer, this Comet will sell almost for pocket money. The car is parked in Norton, Vermont, and you'll need a trailer to take it home, considering its rough shape.
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