The Mercury Series 9CM was introduced on April 29th of 1948. World War II had halted automobile production and when production resumed after the war, most marque's were offering vehicles similar to the pre-War styles. Little changed for a few years; for Mercury, this change did not happen until 1948 when they introduced the Series 9CM. They shared styling similar to Lincolns and used chrome in the bumpers and trim. The sedans had doors that opened towards the center and the wood bodied station wagons had only wood trim. The cars rested on a 118-inch wheelbase and powered by an eight-cylinder engine that displaced 255 cubic-inches and capable of producing 110 horsepower.
Optional at this time were radio, heater, rear fender shields, whitewall tires, and foam rubber seat cushions. All 9CM models were equipped with a three-speed manual gearbox with the Touch-O-Matic being offered as optional equipment. Price ranged from $1,980 through $2,720.
By Daniel Vaughan
Sold for $77,000 at 2011 RM Auctions.
This 1949 Mercury 8-Passenger 9CM Woody Wagon was offered for sale at the 2007 Blackhawk Collection Exhibit held at the Pebble Beach Concours. It carried a price tag of $275,000.
The 'Woody Wagon' has become one of the most sought-after American cars of its era and Mercury is one of the most desirable. This beautifully restored example is possibly the finest one available. Its Flathead 8-cylinder engine wîth three two-barrel Stromberg carburetors, Offenhauser heads and intake perform beautifully.
Source - Blackhawk Collection
Sold for $63,800 at 2012 Gooding & Company.
The Mercury 9CM series of cars were introduced in April of 1948 and were the company's first new offerings of the post-War era. This also marked the first time since the launch of the brand in 1938, that the body panels were distinct from those of the equivalent Ford models, instead sharing many of their body shells with Lincoln. Another new addition was the introduction of non-structural wood trim produced in an electro-bonding process under 75 tons of pressure. The body was constructed almost entirely of steel which helped reduce interior drafts and noise, and difficult structural repairs.
The wagon, which sold for $2,716, was the highest produce model in the range. Just 8,044 were produced from a total of over 300,000 Mercury cars produced in 1949. Styling was performed under the direction of E.T. 'Bob' Gregorie. Mr. Gregorie, a trained naval architect, is said to have incorporated nautical elements during his automotive design career. The 1949 Mercurys certainly support that belief.
This Mercury wagon was discovered in the early 2000's, which had been stored in a barn in Vermont and showed just 34,000 miles. The exterior was restored to its original color scheme before the wagon changed hands in 2004. Today, the car still shows less than 37,000 miles. The car features an optional clock, radio and heater.
Power is from a 255 cubic-inch flathead V8 engine breathing through a single 2-barrel carburetor. The engine produces 110 horsepower and is sent to the rear wheels via a three-speed manual gearbox with overdrive.
In 2012, the car was offered for sale at the Gooding & Company auction in Amelia Island, Florida. It was estimated to sell for $50,000 - $75,000 and offered without reserve. As bidding came to close, the car had been sold for $ 63,800 inclusive of buyer's premium.
By Daniel Vaughan
Source: Internet
Sold for $77,000 at 2011 RM Auctions.
This 1949 Mercury 8-Passenger 9CM Woody Wagon was offered for sale at the 2007 Blackhawk Collection Exhibit held at the Pebble Beach Concours. It carried a price tag of $275,000.
The 'Woody Wagon' has become one of the most sought-after American cars of its era and Mercury is one of the most desirable. This beautifully restored example is possibly the finest one available. Its Flathead 8-cylinder engine wîth three two-barrel Stromberg carburetors, Offenhauser heads and intake perform beautifully.
Source - Blackhawk Collection
Sold for $63,800 at 2012 Gooding & Company.
The Mercury 9CM series of cars were introduced in April of 1948 and were the company's first new offerings of the post-War era. This also marked the first time since the launch of the brand in 1938, that the body panels were distinct from those of the equivalent Ford models, instead sharing many of their body shells with Lincoln. Another new addition was the introduction of non-structural wood trim produced in an electro-bonding process under 75 tons of pressure. The body was constructed almost entirely of steel which helped reduce interior drafts and noise, and difficult structural repairs.
The wagon, which sold for $2,716, was the highest produce model in the range. Just 8,044 were produced from a total of over 300,000 Mercury cars produced in 1949. Styling was performed under the direction of E.T. 'Bob' Gregorie. Mr. Gregorie, a trained naval architect, is said to have incorporated nautical elements during his automotive design career. The 1949 Mercurys certainly support that belief.
This Mercury wagon was discovered in the early 2000's, which had been stored in a barn in Vermont and showed just 34,000 miles. The exterior was restored to its original color scheme before the wagon changed hands in 2004. Today, the car still shows less than 37,000 miles. The car features an optional clock, radio and heater.
Power is from a 255 cubic-inch flathead V8 engine breathing through a single 2-barrel carburetor. The engine produces 110 horsepower and is sent to the rear wheels via a three-speed manual gearbox with overdrive.
In 2012, the car was offered for sale at the Gooding & Company auction in Amelia Island, Florida. It was estimated to sell for $50,000 - $75,000 and offered without reserve. As bidding came to close, the car had been sold for $ 63,800 inclusive of buyer's premium.
By Daniel Vaughan
Source: Internet
