Description

1946 Mercury Custom Coupe, Flathead V-8 with Tri-Power, Lenco 5-Speed

This exceptionally rare and professionally built custom vehicle is a bold and powerful example of traditional hot rod craftsmanship, thoughtfully upgraded with high-performance components and timeless styling. Finished in a striking matte orange exterior with a chopped top and distinctive black interior featuring burgundy inserts, this head-turning car perfectly blends vintage attitude with modern performance.

At its heart is a classic Flathead V-8 engine, equipped with Offenhauser cylinder heads and a Tri-Power intake manifold, delivering an iconic period-correct appearance with added power and responsiveness. The engine is supported by an MSD ignition system, headers, and a custom dual exhaust setup that exits just in front of the rear wheels, giving the car a deep, aggressive tone and a show-worthy stance.

Power is sent through a race-grade 5-speed Lenco ST1200 transmission with a scatter shield for added safety and durability—an extremely rare and high-end component more often seen in serious drag or pro-street builds. Out back, a 9-inch Ford rear end ensures strength and traction to handle the performance.

Handling and stopping power are equally impressive, with four-wheel disc brakes providing confident braking. The car rides on classic red steel wheels with chrome Mercury hubcaps and trim rings, wrapped in Firestone wide whitewall tires that complete the period-correct custom look.

This vehicle is a unique blend of traditional hot rod design and serious performance hardware. From the chopped roofline and classic powerplant to the upgraded drivetrain and brake system, this build is a rare opportunity for any collector or enthusiast seeking something beyond the ordinary. Whether you're showing it, cruising it, or just admiring the craftsmanship, this one-of-a-kind car will leave a lasting impression.

While we do our best to provide the highest quality muscle cars with an honest and reliable description and realize the importance of transparency when selling vehicles. That being said, we have not built, modified, changed or personally owned this vehicle. Whether this vehicle is consigned or owned by Past & Present Motor Cars we do not know the vehicles complete history since new. We want to be clear and try to answer any questions our customers might have prior to purchasing. Additionally, we not only welcome but we encourage 3rd party independent inspections. Please inquire prior to purchase to make sure the advertised vehicle has not already been sold. We list our vehicles on multiple websites and a vehicle can sell at any time. If a customer chooses to purchase sight unseen (many of our customers choose this option) the customer accepts the vehicle AS IS and WHERE IS and understands we cannot address concerns after purchase. For this reason, it's important all concerns are addressed prior to purchase. We make every effort to present accurate and reliable information, but use of this information is voluntary, and should only be deemed reliable after an independent review of its accuracy, completeness, and timeliness. It is the sole responsibility of the customer to verify the existence of options, accessories and the vehicle condition before time of sale. Financing is Available with low rates and Vehicle Shipping is available from our Showroom to your Garage. A Classic Car Warranty is Available for Purchase from a 3rd Party. Please speak to our Sales Associate or Company Representative for more information. Our team is working and available anytime by Phone or Text for your convenience at 407-559-7759. Thank you for your interest!