Photo: eBay seller marth-la
I'm pretty sure everybody searching for a 1969 Cyclone hopes to come across a Spoiler II, though these things are rare and almost impossible to find at a fair price today.
The Cyclone Spoiler II was built specifically for NASCAR, with the production model using a 351 Windsor engine, whereas the racing sibling boasted a 429 Boss unit borrowed from the 1969 Boss Mustang.
The Mercury Cyclone in these pictures also sports the 351 Windsor, but it's not the highly desirable Spoiler II. It's a convertible in decent shape, apparently returning to the road after spending ten years sitting in the same place.
Cars parked for a decade typically come with minor issues, but despite exhibiting its share of problems, this Cyclone convertible still sports an impressive shape. The top still goes up and down, the paint is decent (the owner says it's ten years old, so the car has already received a respray), the right door doesn't open, and the tires are old.
However, the good news is that the Cyclone looks ready for the road. Its 351 engine starts and runs properly, and the transmission shifts correctly.
Unfortunately, the listing doesn't answer the most essential questions, so if you're interested in restoring the car to factory specifications, you'll have to go see it in person and request more information.
The engine looks original, but you'll also have to inspect the under-the-hood tidbits too. The 1969 Cyclone could be had with a 302 developing 220 horsepower, two 351s (one with 250 horsepower and an upgraded version with 290 horsepower), and the almighty 390 with 320 horsepower.
Interestingly, eBay seller marth-la says the car comes with a salvage title "from many years back," but the reason is unknown. The car also shows some damage repair on the trunk floor, so I wouldn't be surprised if the vehicle has already received some restoration work, possibly when saved from the salvage. There's more to discover about this Cyclone, so your best option is to head to Chula Vista, California, and inspect it in person.
As I said in the headline, nobody wants this Cyclone, and you can already guess why. The owner wants $15,000 for the car, and it's undoubtedly a high expectation, especially for a car with many unclear tidbits. The auction comes without a reserve, so all it needs is a single bid before leaving for a new home.
However, the auction is scheduled to end in less than a day, and considering nobody has entered the digital fight so far, the chances are that this Cyclone will have to be relisted before getting a second chance. It'll also need a lower price, as the current expectations seemingly make everybody walk away, despite the solid condition and the working engine.
The Mercury Cyclone in these pictures also sports the 351 Windsor, but it's not the highly desirable Spoiler II. It's a convertible in decent shape, apparently returning to the road after spending ten years sitting in the same place.
Cars parked for a decade typically come with minor issues, but despite exhibiting its share of problems, this Cyclone convertible still sports an impressive shape. The top still goes up and down, the paint is decent (the owner says it's ten years old, so the car has already received a respray), the right door doesn't open, and the tires are old.
However, the good news is that the Cyclone looks ready for the road. Its 351 engine starts and runs properly, and the transmission shifts correctly.
Unfortunately, the listing doesn't answer the most essential questions, so if you're interested in restoring the car to factory specifications, you'll have to go see it in person and request more information.
The engine looks original, but you'll also have to inspect the under-the-hood tidbits too. The 1969 Cyclone could be had with a 302 developing 220 horsepower, two 351s (one with 250 horsepower and an upgraded version with 290 horsepower), and the almighty 390 with 320 horsepower.
Interestingly, eBay seller marth-la says the car comes with a salvage title "from many years back," but the reason is unknown. The car also shows some damage repair on the trunk floor, so I wouldn't be surprised if the vehicle has already received some restoration work, possibly when saved from the salvage. There's more to discover about this Cyclone, so your best option is to head to Chula Vista, California, and inspect it in person.
As I said in the headline, nobody wants this Cyclone, and you can already guess why. The owner wants $15,000 for the car, and it's undoubtedly a high expectation, especially for a car with many unclear tidbits. The auction comes without a reserve, so all it needs is a single bid before leaving for a new home.
However, the auction is scheduled to end in less than a day, and considering nobody has entered the digital fight so far, the chances are that this Cyclone will have to be relisted before getting a second chance. It'll also need a lower price, as the current expectations seemingly make everybody walk away, despite the solid condition and the working engine.
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