09-08-2016, 11:08 AM | #1 |
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Not sure if it's customary on this forum to introduce oneself after joining, but it is on some of the other forums I belong to, so here goes. I've loved V-8 Fords since I was a kid; we had a '46 convertible since before I was born and I got to drive that in high school in the '80s. Then it was restored, and eventually sold to finance another restoration.
Fast forward 30 years. I have a couple other old cars ('63 MG, '25 Dodge), but it's always been in the back of my mind to try to find a nice driver-quality '46-48 convertible. A '47 Mercury (close enough) miraculously popped up on my local craigslist, and I'm now strongly considering pulling the trigger. I've been to look at it once and will go back and drive it Saturday. If I do make the purchase, I'm sure I'll be coming back with questions/etc. If not, I'll probably fade into the background. ;-) This seems like a really good forum with a lot of activity and knowledgeable fold. |
09-08-2016, 11:13 AM | #2 |
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Welcome aboard, lot of good information on the Barn.
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09-08-2016, 11:13 AM | #3 |
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Welcome. This is the best V8 forum I have ever found. We look forward to hearing back from you often weather you purchase that '47 Merc or not. Check out the Early Ford V8 Club web page also. There are always cars on there for sale as well.
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09-08-2016, 11:38 AM | #4 |
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Welcome aboard! All questions welcome and we really like pictures of cars, problems, etc. Glad you're here and good luck with the Merc.
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jag, Welcome, over time I think that you will find that there is a wealth of info from members available on this site. One suggestion I can make is to join the V-8 Ford Club of America, if you purchase that Mercury.
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09-08-2016, 12:05 PM | #6 |
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09-08-2016, 12:17 PM | #7 |
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Thanks guys. We belonged to the Early Ford V-8 Club back in the day and the '46 was a Dearborn award winner after restoration. (not nearly as fun to drive then, though)
Out of superstition, I hesitate to post pics before a deal is consumated, but here's a link to the ad: https://chambana.craigslist.org/cto/5755514681.html We've negotiated a price and the wife has even "sort of" given a blessing, I just need to decide if I want to jump off the cliff. |
09-08-2016, 12:22 PM | #8 |
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Dam, I'd be all over that ! That is one nice looking car!!!
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09-08-2016, 01:07 PM | #9 |
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As if I need more encouragement. It's really ideal for how I like to use old cars: drive them. Nicely done, but not so pristine that I'm afraid to drive it.
I'll report back after this weekend, but if the drive goes well I'm pretty sure I'll do it. Thanks for the moral support. |
09-08-2016, 05:32 PM | #10 |
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wow look at the stuff in the "barn" behind the great car
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09-08-2016, 05:53 PM | #11 |
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Beautiful car! I love the postwar Mercs! Please let us know if you do get it, and ask us every question that comes up.
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Welcome and good luck with the prospective Merc!
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09-08-2016, 07:56 PM | #14 |
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Welcome! The 47 Merc is a nice choice. Please share some pictures.
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09-08-2016, 08:16 PM | #15 |
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Pull the trigger sunshine!
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09-08-2016, 09:08 PM | #16 |
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Oh man is that ever SWEET!! Don't hesitate or procrastinate too long on that one....thanks for the intro, and OBTW....welcome so the Fordbarn
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09-08-2016, 09:20 PM | #17 |
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Man, you guys are relentless! But, seriously I do value your opinion. I've been on other forums where as soon as a new guy joins and starts posting pics of his new acquisition or potential acquisition, several immediately start telling him all the things wrong with the car.
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go for it ...bloody beautiful!
GB ps: and welcome to the barn.
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09-09-2016, 04:14 AM | #20 |
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Wow. my drool cup just overflowed! Love everything about that car. Had a 47 Mercury Coupe in the early 60's and it has always been one of my favorites. Welcome aboard.
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09-09-2016, 06:22 AM | #21 |
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Only issue I see is that the steering wheel's on the wrong side...........
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09-09-2016, 07:01 AM | #22 |
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That's a jewel for sure.
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09-09-2016, 07:48 AM | #23 |
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Very nice Mercury. I'd love to have it. Hope your deal went through. If so, congrats !!
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09-09-2016, 08:07 AM | #24 |
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You'll all be glad to know that I've messaged the seller to let him know that, unless anything really unforeseen comes up during the test drive tomorrow, I'll be making the purchase.
Once the Southern Hemisphere crew weighed in during the overnight hours, I was powerless to resist. |
09-09-2016, 10:05 AM | #25 |
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Welcome to the 'Barn.. These guys are fountains of great information... The 'search' function is your friend. There are lots of threads on this site that will guide you should you have any issues at all with that beauty new ride of yours... Good Luck!
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09-11-2016, 12:33 AM | #27 |
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Wow! Gorgeous car!
Be sure you get the YOM plates with the car. Those are worth at least $150 all by themselves.
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09-11-2016, 04:37 AM | #28 |
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Welcome to the barn, that is a very beautiful car with the top up.
Once the top is dropped she looks sexy. That car has a lot of character and you don't see too many of them. Weather you buy it or not enjoy this site.
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09-11-2016, 06:55 AM | #29 |
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Made the deal yesterday, started a new thread called "New Ride".
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