1962 Mercury Comet 2 Door Sedan

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Solid Original Example/Runs Well 144ci I6/Ford-O-Matic/Build Sheet
Stock #:
5644
Exterior Color:
Black
Interior Color:
Red
Body Type:
Sedan
Transmission:
2 Speed Automatic
Drivetrain:
RWD
Engine:
144ci I6
Mileage:
76,943
1962 Mercury Comet 2-Door Sedan
Not the most powerful optioned Comet in the offerings of 1962, but certainly a respectable grocery getter that remains in very original condition save for some replacement floor pans and toe boards.  Recently removed from its slumber that started in 1998, this car is ready, willing, and able to serve you well, but is in need of a little TLC.   A difficult at best car to find in this condition, and for some nostalgia, the build sheet is included, the keys were set on the cowl during its storage and have left their imprint in the paint, and it has unbelievably low 76,944 miles, however we cannot verify them as actual.  From its bat-mobile-esque small tail fins, to its rocket cone like rear stop lights, lets usher in the very beginnings of the jet age, in style..."put some records on while I pour".
Exterior
What could possibly be the original Presidential Black paint, we note some dull spotting in the finish along with chip offs, crazing and a few small areas of rust bubbling reserved for the lowers, but again these areas are small.  Overall things remain amazingly original with good condition straight steel, all minding their gaps, and staying in line.  Opening and closing the doors, this car literally has the Mercedes thud, with no after closing vibrating jiggle sounds, just a cold hard thud...which speaks to fit and finish on this 61 year old car.  Noted is a nicely placed chrome trim spear going from fore to aft at the belt line and it attracts attention at just the right places for one's eye to follow the early 1960's line of this car.  Plenty of other chromed trim work around all windows and drip moldings as well as highlighting the B pillar add some dress up.  The grille sports a pattern that reminds us of an electric shaver and is flanked by dual headlights and some front fender toppings looking like mini fins.  Standard turbine style dog dish wheel covers are wrapped by thin whites in 13-inch format, with good tread showing on all.  In keeping up the traditional Mercury look the rear shows the "Dixie Cup" taillights and just minor fins protruding above on the rear quarters.
Interior
A swing of the doors and we can see the original door panels in red and black, and the vinyl has damage as well as the interior door pulls.  The front split bench seat is covered, and it is assumed to be original underneath, but may have damaged covers, however they are in red and black, matching the door panels.  The dash is original and shows some corrosion and damage on trim work.  A large black plastic wheel fronts the chrome and silver trimmed gauge cluster and in the center of the dash is a Comet badge and the original AM radio.  A band of bakelite knobs and pulls dress the bottom of the dash and black ribbed rubber flooring floats this Jet-Age interior.  Above, the headliner is sagged and shows with a water staining in areas of the white vinyl.
Drivetrain
A 144ci inline 6-cylinder, most likely original to this car, sits in an unrestored original engine bay.  It runs well and has recently been treated to an oil change, fuel system flush and a coolant flush.  This inline 6 cylinder is attached to a 2-speed Ford-O-Matic automatic transmission that sends power rearward to a 3.50 geared axle.
Undercarriage
Mostly surface rust with the unibody remaining sound, but not without some areas of surface rust on the original flooring, suspension and rockers.  We note new front floor pan and toe kicks courtesy of Auto Krafters, and these are the correct stamped style pans.  Providing the ride is an independent coil sprung front suspension, and leaf spring rear suspension as well as drum brakes all around being noted with the front brakes having just been treated to new shoes.
Drive-Ability
Sitting inside it feels like a trip back in time and with a turn of the key this car fired right up, and ran like a dream.  No creaks or squeaks, it handled well with just a little roll on sharper turns.  The brakes are strong, and the transmission shifted smoothly.  A nice cruiser where I noted the only things not working were the radio, horn, heater blower and the speedometer.
An early example of the Comet, still taking some of its styling cues from Edsel, and mixing them in with Mercury designs.  Ready to be enjoyed as is to take this to the next level and wow them all on the show field....Comet, the better compact car!
2H01S588735
2-1962
H-Lorain, OH Assy Plant
01-Comet 2 Door Sedan
S-144ci I6
588735-Sequential Unit Number
WARRANTY TAG
BODY 62A-Comet 2 Door Sedan
COLOR A-Presidential Black
TRIM 452-Red & Black Vinyl
DATE 24G-July 24th
DSO 24-Jacksonville
AXLE 5-3.50
TRANS 3-2 Speed Ford O Matic
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special interest automobile showroom, featuring over 850 vehicles for sale with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle barn find collection is on display. This vehicle is located in our showroom in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is and our phone number is 855-201-7026. Please contact us anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person.
Vehicle Description
1962 Mercury Comet 2-Door Sedan
Not the most powerful optioned Comet in the offerings of 1962, but certainly a respectable grocery getter that remains in very original condition save for some replacement floor pans and toe boards.  Recently removed from its slumber that started in 1998, this car is ready, willing, and able to serve you well, but is in need of a little TLC.   A difficult at best car to find in this condition, and for some nostalgia, the build sheet is included, the keys were set on the cowl during its storage and have left their imprint in the paint, and it has unbelievably low 76,944 miles, however we cannot verify them as actual.  From its bat-mobile-esque small tail fins, to its rocket cone like rear stop lights, lets usher in the very beginnings of the jet age, in style..."put some records on while I pour".
Exterior
What could possibly be the original Presidential Black paint, we note some dull spotting in the finish along with chip offs, crazing and a few small areas of rust bubbling reserved for the lowers, but again these areas are small.  Overall things remain amazingly original with good condition straight steel, all minding their gaps, and staying in line.  Opening and closing the doors, this car literally has the Mercedes thud, with no after closing vibrating jiggle sounds, just a cold hard thud...which speaks to fit and finish on this 61 year old car.  Noted is a nicely placed chrome trim spear going from fore to aft at the belt line and it attracts attention at just the right places for one's eye to follow the early 1960's line of this car.  Plenty of other chromed trim work around all windows and drip moldings as well as highlighting the B pillar add some dress up.  The grille sports a pattern that reminds us of an electric shaver and is flanked by dual headlights and some front fender toppings looking like mini fins.  Standard turbine style dog dish wheel covers are wrapped by thin whites in 13-inch format, with good tread showing on all.  In keeping up the traditional Mercury look the rear shows the "Dixie Cup" taillights and just minor fins protruding above on the rear quarters.
Interior
A swing of the doors and we can see the original door panels in red and black, and the vinyl has damage as well as the interior door pulls.  The front split bench seat is covered, and it is assumed to be original underneath, but may have damaged covers, however they are in red and black, matching the door panels.  The dash is original and shows some corrosion and damage on trim work.  A large black plastic wheel fronts the chrome and silver trimmed gauge cluster and in the center of the dash is a Comet badge and the original AM radio.  A band of bakelite knobs and pulls dress the bottom of the dash and black ribbed rubber flooring floats this Jet-Age interior.  Above, the headliner is sagged and shows with a water staining in areas of the white vinyl.
Drivetrain
A 144ci inline 6-cylinder, most likely original to this car, sits in an unrestored original engine bay.  It runs well and has recently been treated to an oil change, fuel system flush and a coolant flush.  This inline 6 cylinder is attached to a 2-speed Ford-O-Matic automatic transmission that sends power rearward to a 3.50 geared axle.
Undercarriage
Mostly surface rust with the unibody remaining sound, but not without some areas of surface rust on the original flooring, suspension and rockers.  We note new front floor pan and toe kicks courtesy of Auto Krafters, and these are the correct stamped style pans.  Providing the ride is an independent coil sprung front suspension, and leaf spring rear suspension as well as drum brakes all around being noted with the front brakes having just been treated to new shoes.
Drive-Ability
Sitting inside it feels like a trip back in time and with a turn of the key this car fired right up, and ran like a dream.  No creaks or squeaks, it handled well with just a little roll on sharper turns.  The brakes are strong, and the transmission shifted smoothly.  A nice cruiser where I noted the only things not working were the radio, horn, heater blower and the speedometer.
An early example of the Comet, still taking some of its styling cues from Edsel, and mixing them in with Mercury designs.  Ready to be enjoyed as is to take this to the next level and wow them all on the show field....Comet, the better compact car!
2H01S588735
2-1962
H-Lorain, OH Assy Plant
01-Comet 2 Door Sedan
S-144ci I6
588735-Sequential Unit Number
WARRANTY TAG
BODY 62A-Comet 2 Door Sedan
COLOR A-Presidential Black
TRIM 452-Red & Black Vinyl
DATE 24G-July 24th
DSO 24-Jacksonville
AXLE 5-3.50
TRANS 3-2 Speed Ford O Matic
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special interest automobile showroom, featuring over 850 vehicles for sale with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle barn find collection is on display. This vehicle is located in our showroom in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is and our phone number is 855-201-7026. Please contact us anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person.
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About Classic Auto Mall
Classic Auto Mall is a world class consignment house located in southeastern Pennsylvania with indoor showroom space for up to 1,000 collectable and special interest vehicles offered for sale. We are conveniently located just west of Philadelphia. This one of a kind building is climate controlled and security monitored and is the ultimate destination for classic and specialty car lovers. The building is located right on the Pennsylvania Turnpike with terrific frontage and exposure. Additionally, this one of a kind building houses one of the finest barn find collections in the world with over 400 vehicles on display. The facility and grounds have plenty of room for indoor and outdoor automotive related events, car shows, car club meets, ride and drives and more.
Classic Auto Mall by the Numbers:
336,000 square foot climate controlled building 8 acres under one roof
Showroom space for 1,000 vehicles for sale and 400 barn finds on display-Capacity of 1,400 vehicles indoors!
40-acre property with 1,500 feet of frontage on the Pennsylvania Turnpike
28 acres paved, lined and lighted parking lot with space for 2,500 vehicles Parking for 1,000 additional vehicles on the outside green space
Classic Auto Mall is within easy driving distance of many cities and destinations on the East Coast including:
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania         48 miles                New York City                           132 miles
Lancaster, Pennsylvania             35 miles                Washington, DC                       123 miles
Carlisle, Pennsylvania                 78 miles                Maple Grove Raceway             9 miles
Hershey, Pennsylvania                65 miles                King of Prussia Mall                 30 miles
Manheim, Pennsylvania              39 miles
This wonderful facility started life as a clothing outlet mall in 1985 and then evolved into a furniture outlet mall until it closed its doors in 2011. There is a 188 room Holiday Inn with a walk-thru entrance attached to the facility that has a full-service restaurant, lounge, meeting facilities and an indoor swimming pool. The hotel just underwent a ,000,000 renovation.
With an abundance of car collectors, car clubs and racetracks located within a short distance, this fantastic facility is ideally situated.
Our consignment program has classic car lovers excited to have a facility like this to store and offer their prized possessions for sale. We market vehicles worldwide and get top dollar for your one special car or your entire collection! Please contact us further to discuss your needs.
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