Bill from Curious Cars seems to spend a good portion of each video complaining about the weather and animals that wander onto the property. I really enjoy how you present these cars with very relevant information and facts as opposed to sheer opinion. Yours may be more rare than the sedan and coupe but it is definitely the best looking. The Marquis’s are beautifully designed and elegant. Love the old land yachts.
@nigel-Rollercam-channel
2 жыл бұрын
God forbid a plane flies over Bill, his overt mock hostility towards everything could be a sitcom
@thinktonka
2 жыл бұрын
Those damn birds...lol!
@MNBluestater
2 жыл бұрын
Bill? Who’s Bill? 😂
@guykite8110
2 жыл бұрын
A friend had one same color..I wish I had that one..Boy it sounds quiet..
@guykite8110
2 жыл бұрын
Oh and about Bill on curious cars..He's got to be a part owner cause I'd let him go by now since he's on camera talking about having Covid Liquor..and his comments about Dalton..I usually skip thru that but unfortunately I have to sit thru comments about Canadians,kids and guns..This day and age with all our shootings that wouldn't fly..And I don't get the bird thing unless he's got a hangover..lol
@groovy1937
2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful car! I remember these Mercury's when I was younger riding to school in car pool. They always seemed like solid cars and well built and of course the ride was great. Heck, don't forget, you could cut a diamond perfect in the back seat over a cobble road!
@maxpayne2574
2 жыл бұрын
SNL did a skit with a Rabi doing a circumcision lol
@groovy1937
2 жыл бұрын
@@maxpayne2574 I actually remember that! I was thinking about that SNL skit when I was replying. It was funny . . . .
@haneyoakie14
2 жыл бұрын
That oversized glove box holds a 12 pack. My friend had one in 1983. Great party car in high school.
@christopherweise438
2 жыл бұрын
That's just what you "heard" from a friend, right? 😉
@haneyoakie14
2 жыл бұрын
@@christopherweise438 it was my 12 pack. I was not driving. Not illegal, except for that I was only 17. Lol.
@christopherweise438
2 жыл бұрын
@@haneyoakie14 - Just having fun with ya man. I was in high school in the 80's as well. If my parents ever knew everything that went on in their cars i was driving........ i wouldn't still be living. I'll leave it at that.
@haneyoakie14
2 жыл бұрын
@@christopherweise438 I could tell by your tone that we are kindred spirits. Mom and Dad have passed on now, so I guess they know all my secrets now. When I get upstairs, I might have some ‘splainin to do.
@christopherweise438
2 жыл бұрын
@@haneyoakie14 - LOL!!
@cycleguy666
2 жыл бұрын
Nice car!! If you ever sold some of these vehicles after your done having fun I know I would love to know when and where!! Pretty sure other viewers would enjoy a nice Luxury Car by Adam!! I know I would!!
@andrewjacobson556
2 жыл бұрын
Eventually the Panthers will be classics, I do enjoy these cars alot they bring me back to the past growing up being driven around in these cars by my parents!! They truly are one of a kind!!
@thinktonka
2 жыл бұрын
Grandpa had a 78' two door Brougham with a CB antenna and a compass on the dash...Lol!
@jetsons101
2 жыл бұрын
That car is like new. Steve McGarrett would be happy to see it. Great find. Ahhh, those seat belt buzzers were like music. Thanks to "Rare Classic Cars" for another fine watch.......
@DustinDriver
2 жыл бұрын
Adam, you've given me a new appreciation for these early '70s American cars! I'm a big fan, thanks for posting!
@guykite8110
2 жыл бұрын
I know right..Got first license that year..74..
@rightlanehog3151
2 жыл бұрын
Adam, Everyone everywhere is cheering for improved weather in Michigan so you can safely take your fleet out on the roadways. 😁
@christopherkraft1327
2 жыл бұрын
Hey Adam, the more I see of your Marquis Brougham the more I like it!!! The color is very rich & luxurious looking, the wheel covers are the best. The twin comfort lounge seats are very nice, I just wish that Ford hadn't discontinued the hi back twin comfort lounge seats, those are so comfortable!! The CB antenna really makes it look like Steve McGarretts car. Thanks for highlighting this beauty!!! 👍👍
@tony64t
2 жыл бұрын
I currently own a 2003 Grand Marquis LS, and it also has the twin comfort lounge leather seats that are extremely comfortable! 👌
@kensurratt2729
2 жыл бұрын
My mom had a Maroon '71 with a 428CJ engine. My dad worked at the Ford plant in Dallas . in those days employees could order cars through the factory. Anyway it eventually became my Hi School ride. It didn't make me cool but it was a great ride. I could fit 6 - 8 friends when going to a party or concert.
@althunder4269
2 жыл бұрын
For the seat belt interlock we used to keep the belts buckled and sat on top of them which would allow the car to start without wearing the belts... because who would want to wear a seat belt in 1974?
@guykite8110
2 жыл бұрын
I've heard the buzzer but they wouldn't start without seatbelt on? I don't think that's accurate..The buzzer would stay on..
@user-zg2zb1vg4u
2 жыл бұрын
On the Lincoln/ mercury TV commercials, They would referred to the carpet as “Cut pile carpet“
@AquaStall
2 жыл бұрын
You're a wealth of knowledge! I very much appreciate your videos. Beautiful Marquis. Thank you.
@timothymiller8294
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing Adam!! My dad had a 1974 LTD in this same color. Imagine my dismay at the age of 11 when he traded it in for a 1982 Light Spruce Green Escort. I sure missed that roomy LTD.
@RareClassicCars
2 жыл бұрын
Eek!!
@danielleclare2938
2 жыл бұрын
Reminds me of my Dad doing same with a nice blue 64 Park Lane traded for a new 1970 Gold 4 door automatic Datsun 510... even he couldn't stand it so he gave it to my mom and got a used 68 2 door Tbird with the 429. Now that was a nice car.
@bryantint1339
2 жыл бұрын
The 1974 Ford is way better.
@bryantint1339
2 жыл бұрын
1982 Ford Escort sucks. He should have kept the 1974 Ford till 1987, and get a 1987 Ford. I like full sized, mid sized, and compact cars. I hated mini cars.
@bryantint1339
2 жыл бұрын
My dad replaced our 1978 Chevrolet with a lousy 1981 Honda Accord. Hated it.
@danielleclare2938
2 жыл бұрын
There is something totally wrong about the CB Antenna that makes me like it a lot. At least it is period correct. Polished up it might look factory police! Vintage CB install would be cool. Great review love the seats.
@Sedan57Chevy
2 жыл бұрын
I know I'm late getting to this one for a comment, but it's been hectic. My moms beloved HHR suffered a catastrophic transmission failure... that's what I get for commenting a few days ago about how my family had gotten lucky in not needing to buy a car in this market! Videos like this are a great escape to a better era of cars. Thank you so much for the video Adam, it's truly an awesome car! I'd agree it's one of the coolest of the 70s! Everyone has a Camaro- this is big and imposing and always stands out.
@chrisgoebel9187
2 жыл бұрын
Hey Adam, thank you very much for showing such a fine example of full size American car luxury at its pinnacle. The full size American car was disparaged decades ago and many people quickly sold these cars when gas prices went up for crazy sub-standard small cars. Driving a full size American car is FUN! And the view down the hood NEVER gets tiring especially with a nice hood ornament! I really enjoyed driving my 1963 Imperial Southampton hardtop in Alabaster White. Love the metallic brown color Merc and the metallic brown color keyed wheel covers. Hey! When are you going to get a 1973 Ambassador Brougham? Hope there is an "AMBO" in your future.
@be5952
2 жыл бұрын
@Chris Goebel --- I just looked up your *1963 [Chrysler] Imperial hardtop.* My goodness, what a *_gorgeous_* car! It's funky and beautiful from every angle. To me, it seems to actually embody that notion of looking like it's "moving while standing still" that so many manufacturers tried to do.
@bennyhill3076
2 жыл бұрын
Adam, I just want to say how much I appreciate your devotion to these largely unloved vehicles that the typical classic car community does not embrace. You inspire us fellow car nerds to seek out these classics and preserve them.
@cadillacguy1890
2 жыл бұрын
Unless you just were Jonesing for a Lincoln, why would you ever go higher than this?
@tony64t
2 жыл бұрын
Looking at the brown interior brings back memories of my dad's 77 Country Squire, which shared many components with this car. You should leave the CB antenna, as it's very indicative of what was popular from that era.
@2packs4sure
2 жыл бұрын
Part of my personal life philosophy is to never touch anyone's fender extensions unless requested to do so... :)
@chrisjohnson5776
2 жыл бұрын
As an alternate opinion, my parents bought one when I was of driving age, with 460 and twin-comfort high back faux-leather seats. It drew favourable attention. I hated it - a comfortable ride but a big lump that drank so much fuel the gauge was the main focus. Steering took one turn greater lock-to-lock than our other car, with a mass that made parking or a parking lot something to avoid.
@tedlym.3390
2 жыл бұрын
If your 1974 Mercury Marquis Brougham was food, it would be yummy, delicious! Thank you,
@robertrotterdam9
2 жыл бұрын
Nice that you mention Bill! And good morning from The Netherlands:-)
@dbcooper4375
2 жыл бұрын
Check the blower resistor pack. If there's not good contact at those, you lose intermediate speeds, but since high speed bypasses the resistor pack, it isn't affected. Very common issue.
@RareClassicCars
2 жыл бұрын
That's good. I actually think it's the coolant temp sensor for the system. Everything works fine if the interior temperature is >75 degrees when that sensor is bypassed.
@christopherweise438
2 жыл бұрын
You're still missing after all these years, but you must have good Wi-Fi wherever you are.
@bobjohnson1587
2 жыл бұрын
@@christopherweise438 He definitely has the money to buy good Wi-Fi! Lol
@Sorrowablaze
2 жыл бұрын
Being in South Carolina, I know why Curious Cars brings up tge humidity all the time; when it's really heavy it's all you can think about. Years ago a guy down in Florida chewed someone's face off underneath an overpass. Back then it was said he went crazy on bathsalts. It wasn't bathsalts. It was the humidity! It can make you completely crazy and angry at everything.
@garymotley8196
2 жыл бұрын
That is a beautiful example of a 1974 Marquis Brougham. I've always preferred the big GM"s, but if I even found a sedan this nice, I would go for it. Thanks for sharing this bit of history 👏.
@DanEBoyd
2 жыл бұрын
Looks like Adam's friend or perhaps another previous owner was taking better-than-good care of it in recent years.
@garymotley8196
2 жыл бұрын
@@DanEBoyd For sure. It's been cared for its whole life.
@Red-rl1xx
2 жыл бұрын
My mom had one of these back in the early '80's. It was yellow. My brother wrecked it.
@paulyandle6081
2 жыл бұрын
Watched "The Seven-Ups" last night. 1972. Half your collection was in that film, Adam. Fords, Lincolns, Cads, Caprices, Impalas, Pontiacs, Mopars (cops) and even an Olds. Hard to follow the narrative cause was so into the rides.
@kennyclark284
2 жыл бұрын
Working at a full service gas station, I have to admit filling GM vehicles behind the license plate had one advantage. It didn’t matter what side the pump was on. Trying to route the hose across the trunk of a side fill was not well received if it would even reach. Those were the days…
@Al-thecarhistorian
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, the center fill has advantages. Ford introduced the feature in its 1952 line of cars. Others copied the idea and GM even "hid" the filler behind the left tail light or chrome trim for several years (1956 Chevy for example). Not all center fillers were down low in the bumper. Many were above the rear bumper in the panel between the edge of the trunk and the top of the bumper.
@mattdavis9520
2 жыл бұрын
Awesome car I just recently bought a 2002 Lincoln town car signature series from the 2nd owner and it is a great car but can't cornors either like the 74 Merc really like your collection
@Jasona1976
2 жыл бұрын
A real treasure...and a dignified appearance too!
@stevemcnally7655
2 жыл бұрын
Everyone ridicules cars of this era for their low power numbers but they don't understand that it's torque that makes them a relaxing, enjoyable drive. Who wants to be screaming a big block up to silly revs in a car that's obviously built for luxurious, quiet, reliable progress? You just want crack the throttle and feel the hammer in your back.
@jsd795
2 жыл бұрын
No way I could own that beauty and not go on a week or two road trip to nowhere in particular. Just point it in whichever direction you feel like and enjoy the ride.
@davidkastin4240
2 жыл бұрын
" No Particular Place To Go" Chuck Berry 🎸😊
@LakeNipissing
2 жыл бұрын
Very awesome car. Thanks for sharing! The CB antenna is very much "1974"... maybe consider leaving it there, especially if there is a risk of damage to the trunk lid if it is removed.
@mraudio
2 жыл бұрын
Plus it looks like they drilled a hole into the trunk to mount it, what a shame...
@Primus54
2 жыл бұрын
So true about the ride… especially on those Detroit metro roads, Adam! When I had to travel there on business a couple of times a month, I stopped using my personal car and would rent instead! Great review! 👍👍👍
@onlyhereonce7290
2 жыл бұрын
A solid video. You went into great depth in your video. And your subscribers benefit. Thank you !
@atikovi1
2 жыл бұрын
My first car was a 72 Marquis Brougham coupe, the last year of the old bodystyle. I really wanted a new bodystyle '73 sedan because that's what they drove on Hawaii Five -O and I thought the clean understated lines were cool. Unfortunately, the cost of a '73 in 1978 was more money than I had as a teenager. The '72 was only $600, but for a kid to own a 6 year old car, I thought was impressive. I soon found out why it was so cheap. It leaked a quart of transmission fluid every 50 miles.
@dave1956
2 жыл бұрын
Ford said it best in those days, “Quiet is the sound of a well made car”. The cars of today sure have fallen away from this concept.
@wurly164
2 жыл бұрын
I miss the soft ride and quiet interior
@broink99
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Adam. Thanks for all you do. Any idea why they did not color coordinate the seatbelts? It makes them look like an after-market or possibly a “mis-build”.
@RareClassicCars
2 жыл бұрын
It was actually an option called “deluxe seat belts”. These were the standard belts.
@billmcmahon2211
2 жыл бұрын
It's 37 degrees with a rain and snow mix in Twin Cities MN. We're supposed to have snow on Easter Sunday. Congrats on your lovely weather
@christopherweise438
2 жыл бұрын
Ha......I'm right next door in Eau Claire, WI. You are correct, the weather is not very spring like at all.
@regsmith7604
2 жыл бұрын
My grandpa Shelly had one of these, 2dr, black on white, in white. Grandpa Shelly worked at Mercury after WWII. He worked there a long time. He only bought Mercury’s. I’m a real Detroiter!!
@NandR
2 жыл бұрын
I just wanna cruise the backroads in summer and the city streets at night with this car.
@DerrickOil
2 жыл бұрын
Book 'em Dan-O!
@daveallen8824
2 жыл бұрын
In the Seventies, assembly quality was horrible with all domestics, but Ford was definitely a cut above with body assembly. Door fit, trunk fit, etc. were all superior to GM or Mopar. They handled like pigs, but they sure did a great highway float.
@staffgrimes8106
2 жыл бұрын
Great to hear Bill from' Curious cars' get a name check, that man is legendary!!
@truckerkevthepaidtourist
2 жыл бұрын
Yes indeed so another shitty Florida day 😂😂
@haroldbirge6881
2 жыл бұрын
Had 74 Mercury Monterey I believe a 400 would smoke the tires forever so fun gangster looking car for a 17 year old
@Springbok314
2 жыл бұрын
I recall on the old Top Gear show when Clarkson drove one of these in the “worst car ever” competition. He quipped about the engineering of the car “the word ‘precision’ was not in their lexicon.”
@jwelchon2416
2 жыл бұрын
Oh yes....Those big Merc's were fabulous!! I think that was the last year for points and leaded gas. That seatbelt interlock was so hated that the feds were forced to drop it the next year. What was maddening is that they would crank but would not start. People actually had cars towed to the dealership only to find out they had to fasten the belt.
@realkilju
2 жыл бұрын
In my opinion these luxury late 60's - 70's land yachts are cooler than the same period muscle cars...
@giggiddy
2 жыл бұрын
Its 90 degrees here in South Florida. Ill attempt to send you some warmth in exchange for a little of your cooler weather. Watching your video now. Sure it will be excellent. PS- I took my drivers test in 84 in a massive 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis Brougham. Yes, I failed the first time as I had to parallel park that boat! Thanks for the memories.
@seanbatiz6620
2 жыл бұрын
I’d personally LEAVE ON that CB antenna & equip that beautiful beast with a period correct functional CB radio! Definitely an homage too them days back when CB’s were a status symbol & heavily used by many average folks.. still requiring then, an actual FCC Citizens Band Operators’ License! Aside from that, it is interesting that Mercury/Lincoln FoMoCo was promoting that “no B pillar” concept, seemingly so late in that game, as my ‘55 Buick Series 50 Model 56R Super “Riviera” was HEAVILY promoted in ‘55, along with the other GM products of that year with this feature, for having no B pillar, oddly advertised by Buick then as a “Convertible Hardtop”, referring too it having a “Convertible Feel” & “Superbly Spacious and a Superlative buy”! Anyways, not in the slightest, am I attempting to steal your spotlight land yacht specimen here, of possibly thee absolute precipice of the domestic car co’s “luxury” offerings, before descending downhill thereafter. Great car & as always, fantastic overview by you! Can’t wait for your next installment
@ALightInTheForest
2 жыл бұрын
Fit and finish is superb! Interior - amazing!
@simonf8902
2 жыл бұрын
Great auto. Please check out the Australian Ford LTD/ Landau of 1973 to 1976. See it here on you tube. It too has the same vacuum activated headlight covers. The Landau is a true pillar-less hardtop designed and built in Australia. It contains some parts and features from Thunderbird, Lincoln and Mercury. Super rare only round 1300 built. The centre grille too is die cast metal. LTD stands for Lincoln type design. Not Limited.
@gregorygallager4431
2 жыл бұрын
Speaking of H50, I remember an episode where McGarret left HQ in a 4 door Mercury, and arrived at the crime scene in a 2 door car. I might have it backwards, and it may have occurred more than once.
@RareClassicCars
2 жыл бұрын
Yes. Stock footage
@paulp5775
2 жыл бұрын
In a sea of cars that all look the same (on our roads) it sure stands out. For some, It would be like seeing a UFO !
@cdgarcia453
2 жыл бұрын
Adam thanks for another great review! Take care from Carlos.
@greggc8088
2 жыл бұрын
You are an inspiration sir. My brother had a 77 Mercury Marquis 460 that was so comfortable and spacious. Incredible how the back leg room is about as big as the front.
@jakereal3604
2 жыл бұрын
Great review Adam. I love your enthusiasm for your newest addition. Like a proud new dad. I’d certainly be proud to own that. As a kid in the mid 70s I always had a fondness for these Marquis. I thought they were very special and well made.
@2509498788
2 жыл бұрын
What a treat.. what a gem., Thank you for taking me for a ride in this antique Ford motors vehicle.
@michaelnault5905
2 жыл бұрын
The build quality looks excellent on the video.
@chevken1831
2 жыл бұрын
OMG! You know Bill from Curious Cars!
@DisabilityExams
2 жыл бұрын
Nothing says '70s like earth tones.
@rightlanehog3151
2 жыл бұрын
It is just possible that baby blue ruled for a period in the mid-70s but overall, earth tones dominated that decade. 🤔
@johnd.1849
2 жыл бұрын
Nice car. I would agree with the favorable comparison to the Buick. Mercury was closer in quality to the Lincoln than to Ford (like Buick was closer to Cadillac than Chevy). Remember fondly from the Five-O tv show!
@desertmodern7638
2 жыл бұрын
I remain partial to the 1971-76 big GMs, but nevertheless find the 1973-74 Marquis the most handsome in the category, and in this color and without the ubiquitous pillar and cluttery mini-vents - utterly sublime. When the big-bumpered 1973s came out I felt Ford really should have moved the wagons to the 124" wheelbase, as the rear overhang became positively Winnebago-esque, and they were notorious tail-draggers pulling out of driveways - comically so when loaded up. But I suspect placing the wheels farther back would have impinged on the dual facing rear seats, so Colony Parks and Country Squires spent their lives gouging the pavement on driveways other cars didn't even notice.
@RareClassicCars
2 жыл бұрын
Very true. One reason why I added rear air shocks to mine and have it sitting about 1" higher than stock height
@Ascotman
2 жыл бұрын
Adam, I would get rid of those pink heater core hoses and top spring bound generic radiator hose with OEM FoMoCo hoses and OEM clamps. this 1974 Marquis Brougham deserves it. What a nice find!
@RareClassicCars
2 жыл бұрын
Yes. Will definitely get rid of them shortly.
@anthonychirco191
2 жыл бұрын
Cool shout out to Bill! Curious Cars and Rare Classic Cars! The 2 best channels on you tube. You guys should meet up and team up for a review. That’d be the best video and hilarious. Just an hour of you guys driving around in an 70’s convertible through Florida!
@anthonychirco191
2 жыл бұрын
You meticulously caring for a car while he ashes cigarettes all over the upholstery.
@willallen7757
2 жыл бұрын
we would load up like 10 people and go cruising in my Grand Marquis . My buddy Peewe could stand in the back and talk to us up front, there would be a whole different conversation in the back seat. They are massive cars. 4 cores are pretty much required down her and iirc mine came with one.
@UberLummox
2 жыл бұрын
Gun to my head and had to buy something past '72, it might just be this. Thanks for the opportunity to learn and appreciate this car! I think McGarrett's first Hawaii 5-0-mobile was a '68 Merc?
@RareClassicCars
2 жыл бұрын
Yes. 68 Park Lane Brougham
@youtubecarspottersguide1
2 жыл бұрын
the fold down rear seat arm rest , to me ..makes a luxury car . some models only had a front seat fold down arm rest
@haneyoakie14
2 жыл бұрын
Flint Michigan is 64 degrees and rainy at 9pm on April 13. Ugh.
@LakeNipissing
2 жыл бұрын
Manitoba and North Dakota have one of the worst blizzards in decades (if not a century) *right now* !!
@steveoh9838
2 жыл бұрын
Another great review of days gone by....keep in rolling Adam !!
@drunkmike6364
2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic. I never knew I loved these cars. Your channel has me wanting to find one of these mid 70s beauties
@oldskool1979
2 жыл бұрын
Man you must be related to Alex Archbold on youtube - curiosity inc...you look the same lol
@DanEBoyd
2 жыл бұрын
That is a cool channel! I've watched several of his videos.
@ohioyodertoter6827
2 жыл бұрын
Titanics land brother 🤔👍 I had a 77 thunderbird when I first got my license boy was that good ever long 🙀 it was like a tank too
@MostlyBuicks
2 жыл бұрын
Here in AZ we are entering the 90F temps already. I'd rather be in MI for the next 6 months.
@ericmoore571
2 жыл бұрын
My mom had this car. I was 4. The backseat was full of my toys. The non- pillared windows used to amaze me. Basically she drove while I climbed around like I was on a jungle gym. Those were the good old days. Lol!
@walidabdaoui44
2 жыл бұрын
I like your sunglasses !#
@ellisonhamilton3322
2 жыл бұрын
Just a guess.......it seems logical that the auto climate control would operate only in the MAX settings. Usually in MAX most vehicles preclude outside air from entering the system. It that way the auto control would be sensing changes in the interior air temp only. Only a guess. You would know better than I. PS.....consider leaving the CB antenna and buy a CB radio. It such a symbol of the 70s. It was the texting of the day.😄 PS PS.....I see the front end of a blue Cadillac in front of your house. Is that your daily driver?
@johnkuhn7835
2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely beautiful car!! Needs a blower resistor most likely Love your videos
@NandR
2 жыл бұрын
Also got a good laugh about the seatbelt buzzer. My grandpa's 1983 Fairmont Futura had that and I can still hear it today.
@DUCKSAREEVILLLLLLLL
2 жыл бұрын
We're in the future, and nary a Futura body style in sight. Those and Fairmonts were reliable cars, though.
@fleetwin1
2 жыл бұрын
It is a beautiful car indeed, classic design that will always look good. I agree, don't like the 75 headlight cover treatments, looks cheesy. OK, so you have the actuators removed. Will you get new ones, or somehow have those repaired? I read one guy saying there are electric actuators available for these cars now. The interior is very nice, love the lack of "b" pillar. Not a fan of the brocade seats though, would have preferred simpler styled vinyl, or perhaps cloth seats (I'm sure leather was not an option).
@donk499
2 жыл бұрын
I always liked that brown color, and it was very popular back in the day.
@donk499
2 жыл бұрын
Almost forgot to comment on how much I love that easily replaced heater core! I remember replacing mine on my 73 Caprice when I was a kid, what a mess!
@KenanTurkiye
2 жыл бұрын
How many cars do you currently have Adam? Can you make a collection vid with all of them shown in order of purchase and a few words. If you can't have them lined up side by side, you can do a collage of a videos in one video. Would really like that. Best wishes.
@rightlanehog3151
2 жыл бұрын
He is buying cars faster than he can make videos. 😂
@KenanTurkiye
2 жыл бұрын
@@rightlanehog3151Looks like it :) More success to him, good for us. :)
@haneyoakie14
2 жыл бұрын
12 MPG? 8 MPG? Beautiful car!
@ketoninja
2 жыл бұрын
You didn't order the Metallic Pea? Now, I owe it to myself to tell you that if you're taking the whole tribe cross-country, the Wagon Queen Family Truckster... You think you hate it now, wait 'til you drive it. Just kidding. Nice car. Not my own personal cup of tea, but your passion for them is infectuous. I bought a 1972 Olds Delta 88 for $300 in college, all it needed was to have the Rochester 2BBL rebuilt. I bought a kit, looked at all the parts and said, "screw this". Parked it outside my parents' and within a few weeks, my dad took me to a Ford dealer and we bought a '92 Escort GT with the Cayman package. Loved that car. Wish I would have known back then though that you could unbolt your carb, send it in to JC Whitney along with a modest sum and they'd rebuild them for you. Had I known that at the time I think that car would have lasted a bit longer for me. I enjoy your channel. Thanks for the content.
@codyluka8355
2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful 74 Marquis Adam! Congratulations on another great find! I very much prefer the luxury wheel covers over the color matching standard covers though. They give the car that "special look". With all the options, I'm surprised that it did not have cruise control, not that it really matters.
@eddstarr2185
2 жыл бұрын
Wish your 1974 Marquis Brougham had the beautiful three spoke steering wheel (no cruise control), otherwise this is the most excellent survivor, equipped with many popular options. I always thought the 4-door hardtops were more popular than the pillared sedans, so I've learned something new. It was always amazing how smooth riding Big Mercury's were in the 70's. My family's Oldsmobile Delta 88 felt like a horse-drawn buggy compared to the neighbors plush Marquis Brougham ride. Thank you Adam for this review of "the one that got away".
@DanEBoyd
2 жыл бұрын
Ford's Speed Control also cost you the good aluminum spoked steering wheel on the '82 and '83 Mustang GTs. In it's place came a LTD Crown Victoria-style wheel with the big padded rectangular center.
@Zenny_6969
2 жыл бұрын
...yep...Bill from Curious Cars...the curmudgeon of the car world...he talks about cars, but you actually own them........luv this particular sweet barge.....
@Wheresthebeef172
2 жыл бұрын
Where are all the domestic car bashers today? Crickets? I thought they may have some thoughts on Adam's fantastic new car.
@klwthe3rd
2 жыл бұрын
Isn't it wierd that out of all the available colors, this one is Ginger Metallic like the '73 coupe. In my honest opinin it would have been nice to see it in another color. But beggars can't be choosers! lol
@RareClassicCars
2 жыл бұрын
Nope. Had to take what I could get!
@klwthe3rd
2 жыл бұрын
@@RareClassicCars What color was the other hardtop sedan you past on due to it needing too much work?
@DSP1968
2 жыл бұрын
Adam, what a treat to see you do a full feature review of this car so soon after acquiring it! I did note a ffew things: on my '73: my cornering lamp relays are mounted on the inside lip of the LH fender -- I believe they are under the dash on your car; and they share the same solenoid that is "missing" one terminal. If you need to replace the fan/vacuum control switch/manifold, PM me -- I figured out a way to do it without removing the entire control head from the dash. And if you need an NOS one, I have a lifetime supply -- PM me as well.
@samuelthompson2605
2 жыл бұрын
A shout out to Bill!!!!!
@kenleppek
2 жыл бұрын
I always liked the deep trunk. I had an 81 Mark VI which I had a large speaker box in the trunk. I could put my mountain bike on top of the speaker and still close the trunk lid.
@venarusvulpin6089
2 жыл бұрын
The Brown Bomber!
@flyonbyya
2 жыл бұрын
If you recall…Hawaii Five-O, Mannix and the other shows of that era ALL ran ford products
@markbehr88
2 жыл бұрын
Lovely car. I must say I love the look of the front and rear styling of the 75-78 Marquis and I like the quirky seat belt reminder buzzer. That is part of the personality of the car.
@scottreal7787
2 жыл бұрын
The rear 1/4 profile reminded me of the 74 LTD. My uncle had a baby blue 74 LTD two door.
@rightlanehog3151
2 жыл бұрын
Adam has a baby blue Marquis. He posted the video last summer then deleted it but he has promised us another one.
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