The end of Mercury: 71 years of history Concept: Messenger 2003

Last attempt to revive the style Mercury. Attempt successful elsewhere. It shows clearly a modern Capri. Bad ...

Mercury Concept : Marauder convertible 2002 - Mercury History

At the same time they introduce the concept Marauder, Mercury test people's reaction to a convertible 4 seats. Unfortunately, times are no longer the big cars ... but rather to big trucks!

The end of Mercury: 71 years of history Concept: (My) 1999

Sensing the emergence of multi-segment, Mercury introduced the (My). With over 10 years of hindsight, one wonders why they have not sold ..

Concept Mercury Cougar MC4

The trench lines foreshadowed new stylistic directions of Ford worldwide. The Cougar 99 will be the first to benefit. Before the cold reactions, Ford to change his mind quickly.

Mercury Anster 1980 Concept - The end of Mercury: 71 years of history

Lightweight, aerodynamic electric car is the Anster the future ... theory. It even has a navigation system ... whose data are stored on tape (we laugh imagining the efficiency and reliability of that thing).

Mercury Concept: XM Turnpike Cruiser 1956 The end of Mercury: 71 years of history

The concept that will define the style of the Mercury 57. Mercury wanted to make a demonstration vehicle with emphasis on safety. If visibility is perfect in the device column Furthermore, the massive chrome tip in the center of the dashboard counters ready to impale you in the event of an accident is undoubtedly to put in the column under.

The end of Mercury: 71 years of history Concept: XM-800 1954

The first concept of the history of Mercury. The idea was to create a vehicle hardtop as low as possible. The style is so successful that it will serve as the basis for Lincoln vintage 1956.

Mercury Marauder 2003 The end of Mercury 71 years of history

It could be really cool, especially since it had more competition from the Impala SS. Based on the Grand Marquis, she received a Mustang V8 (302 horsepower), a reinforced suspension, wheels 18 inch chrome shifter and the console dials with white background. Unfortunately, only 11,052 copies will be produced between 2003 and 2004.

1999 Mercury Cougar The end of Mercury 71 years of history

New style, try again, fail again. The Cougar 21st century, based on a FWD platform Contour / Mystique, has not found its audience.

Mercury Villager 1993 The end of Mercury 71 years of history

Minivan after a joint development between Ford and Nissan North America. It will be sold by Mercury from 1993 to 2002 and then be replaced by the very limited Monterey.

1990 Mercury Capri -The end of Mercury 71 years of history

Shortly after the introduction of the Mazda MX-5, Ford replied with this convertible manufactured in Australia. Well done! ... almost. The front-wheel drive (base Mazda 323), the engine a bit tight, driveability limited and uneven finish will not help the success of the new Capri will be withdrawn in 1994.

1984 Mercury ASC/McLaren Capri The end of Mercury 71 years of history

While the Mustang car becomes fréquentable in 1979, Mercury receives a new variant, this time called Capri. An ultra-exclusive version was introduced in 1984, available in coupe and convertible, manufactured by ASC. Suspension refined, special wheels and roof specifically for convertibles (completely different from that of the Mustang convertible) are among the distinctions of this model. Only 433 will be manufactured in three years.

1983 Mercury Cougar - The end of Mercury 71 years of history

One of the few attempts to differentiate Mercury Ford products in the 80s. Having been based on the Mustang, the Cougar is the Mercury counterpart, the Thunderbird in 1974. In 1983 began the ninth generation of T-Bird. For the occasion, the Cougar gets a roof vertical wave breezeway roofs reminiscent of the 60s. This feature will last until 1997.

1973 Mercury Bobcat - The end of Mercury 71 years of history

The Bobcat is Canadian! This version (barely) review the Pinto will be introduced to Canada in late November 1973 as a model 74. It will happen in the United States that the following year. The Canadians had rights to certain options not available in the U.S., like the fake wood panels (1977 model pictured).

Mercury Capri 1970 - The end of Mercury 71 years of history

The Capri was designed by Ford Germany, was presented in Europe in 1969 and it happens in the network Lincoln-Mercury in 1970. She will be available until 1977 (1976 model pictured).

1970 Mercury Cougar Eliminator - The end of Mercury 71 years of history

Here is the most extreme Cougar. Nothing but his name is bad. But add in more garish colors, an air intake on the bonnet and the possibility of obtaining a 429 per cent. The Eliminator will be offered in 1969 and 1970.

Mercury Cyclone Spoiler II 1970 The end of Mercury 71 years of history

This is one of the rarest Mercury's history. To fight effectively against Chrysler on Superbird NASCAR circuit, Ford Torino King Cobra concocted and the Cyclone Spoiler II. The program will be canceled at the last minute and only a few copies (known as 4 or 5) have been manufactured.

Mercury Marauder X-100 1969 The end of Mercury 71 years of history

The Marauder was reintroduced in 1969. Version X-100 is distinguished by its two-tone finish and engine 429 cubic inches. The Marauder and Marauder X-100 only produced two vintages.

Mercury Cyclone Spoiler 1969 The end of Mercury 71 years of history

The Cyclone is a new mid size since 1968. Spoiler version has external attributes (including the famous spoiler) and access to larger engines, including a 428 cubic inch 335 horsepower.

Mercury Park Lane 1968 - The end of Mercury: 71 years of history

A tribute to Steve McGarrett of Hawaii Five-0 series. Indeed, throughout the last 12 seasons that the series, McGarrett not roll in Mercury. There are whispers that it was at the urging of Jack Lord, who played the hero. A Mercury of the original series will also appear in a new version of Hawaii 5-0, as a symbol of continuity. The hero roll, meanwhile, in a Mustang 5.0. The pognes you?