Maker - Mercury

Although a new engine and front suspension were introduced this year, sales for this large station wagon and Mercury’s in general were disappointing. The Monterey Station Wagon cost $2,776 and was the most expensive Mercury available. Available in the new...

Mercury’s big news for 1954 was its first new engine since 1939. The short block V8 shared some components with Ford and Lincoln units and ensured that Mercury was well up in the performance stakes. Front ball-joint suspension was new...