1957 Mercury Turnpike Cruiser - RARE! - No Reserve - Pink!

Condition:	Used
Make:	Mercury
Model:	Other
SubModel:	4 Door Turnpike Cruiser
Type:	Sedan
Trim:	Chrome
Year:	1957
Mileage:	85,000
VIN:	57WA41336M
Color:	Sunset Orchid/Classic WHite
Engine:	V-8 368 CI 290HP
Cylinders:	8
Fuel:	Gasoline
Transmission:	Automatic
Drive type:	FWD
Interior color:	Black and White
Vehicle Title:	Clear
Item location:	Oakhurst, California, United States

Extras

Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats

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Description of 1957 Mercury Other 4 Door Turnpike Cruiser

BETSY is a rare pink & white 1957 Mercury Turnpike Cruiser. Heralded as the "Car of the Future" she turns heads, was a Calendar Girl, and has won trophies. Only 8,305 in original production, not many surviving, and very few in this color combo.
368 C.I. 290 HP Engine, rebuilt 7 years ago. NEW upholstery: headliner, side panels, front seat, visors.
ALL NUMBERS MATCH
Special features: continental kit, fender skirts, Repair and Owner’s Manuals, Nice white wall Goodyear tires, original 1957 wheel caps.
Original clock (not working), Cigarette Lighter, Dual Exhaust, Floor Mats, Matching Numbers, Original Engine, Antenna, Power Brakes, Steering, Windows and Seats (seats not working), Spare Tire, Seat Belts, Tachometer, Tinted, Curved Glass, Retractable rear window (works). Speedometer/Odometer not working.
Body is straight, some dings, paint is thin. 50 year old chrome slightly pitted in some areas, 2 inch spot of chrome on front left bumper needs to be rechromed. Stainless shines up brightly.
Mechanical Details: rebuilt transmission, rebuilt power brakes, rebuilt power steering, replaced generator with alternator, new hoses, restored radiator, new plugs, wires, coil, pertronix ignito, electric fan(pusher), electric fuel pump.
VALUE FREEBIES: Extra chrome pieces, original manual, original maintenance guide, two leather pink/black show pillows!
Owner also runs the website MercuryTurnpikeCruiser.com