In the Garage: 1956 Mercury Montclair
THE CAR AND ITS OWNER
1956 Mercury Montclair convertible owned by Joseph P. Nolan
WHAT MAKES IT INTERESTING
Among collectors of mid-fifties convertibles, the massive, bull-nosed Mercurys were once overshadowed by cars like the "Tri-Five" (1955-56-57) Chevrolets. But those days are over, and enthusiasts are now gravitating to these powerful cruisers. At the same time, the hobby has placed a premium on original, unrestored cars. Nolan's stunning turquoise drop top delivers on both counts. "It's a factory, unrestored original car wearing its St. Louis manufacturing location 'Niagara Blue' with 'Lauderdale Blue' accent paint," he says.
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