1955 Mercury Montclair Convertible

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Raleigh Classic Car Auctions have built a pristine reputation over 26 years of live auctions, as the go-to for the best-of-the-best offerings for car collectors and enthusiasts. Regionally trusted and nationally recognized, Raleigh Classic Car Auctions continues to find low-mile, original examples with documentation annually. The September Special is an offering of 38 premium quality, low-mile and desirable, domestic lots from three private estates offered entirely without reserve. All vehicles are available for in-person inspection at The Raleigh Classic Showroom in Zebulon, NC; 9:00am-4:00pm Monday-Friday: 9/15/25-10/3/25 or by appointment.

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Mercury unveiled the Montclair as its premium sedan, now slotting in above the Monterey, in 1955. Alongside the four-door Monterey, the Montclair debuted as a two-door hardtop or convertible. In order to distinguish itself, the Montclair received a color-contrast panel below the window line, for coupes typically matching the roof color.

The 292 cubic-inch V8, shared with the Ford Thunderbird roadster, produced 195 horsepower, and could be optioned with either a three-speed manual or three-speed automatic transmission. Standard equipment included cloth and vinyl upholstery, full interior carpeting and chrome window moldings.

This 1955 features a refinished exterior in its correct and vibrant Yukon Yellow, while the interior’s restoration features period-correct two-tone black and white vinyl and cloth combination, accented with elegant silver threading. A new black canvas top was included within the restoration, as well as wide whitewall tires and dual side mirrors.

Highlights

• Offered from The Raleigh Classic Collection

• Underwent significant restoration

• 292 cubic-inch V8 paired to a three-speed automatic transmission

• Painted in correct Yukon Yellow

• Painted valve colors and air filter in Yukon Yellow

• Interior restored with period-correct two-tone black and white vinyl and cloth combination, accented with elegant silver threading

• Recently replaced black canvas top

Features

• Wide whitewall tires

• Dual side mirrors

• Push-button AM radio

• Modern gauge cluster discreetly placed to provide convenience and accuracy while preserving original aesthetic

Known Imperfections

• Paint bubbles present on front bumper

• Paint bubbling in rear quarter panel and trunk

• Scratch present on trunk

Ownership History

This car is from one of three private estates, comprising the September Special of the Raleigh Classic Car Collection.