1971 Mercury Marquis: Are You Up for the Blindfold Challenge?
In the early 1970s, the Mercury Marquis embraced luxury and style, blurring the lines between its Ford LTD sibling and the higher-end Lincoln models. With a sizable frame and a…
1970s Cars
1969-70 Marauder X-100: Mercury’s Muscle Powerhouse
The 69-70 Marauder X-100 from Mercury was an strong influence, not only in size but also in the luxury muscle car market. Despite sharing a smaller wheelbase than its Mercury…
Admire the 1976 Mercury Bobcat Affection
The Mercury Bobcat, introduced in 1975, aimed to capitalize on the success of the Ford Pinto, offering buyers a subcompact option under the Lincoln-Mercury division. Marketed as the Bobcat MPG…
Inside Detroit’s Velour Era: Life in a Trombone Case
The 1970s marked the peak of the velour era in car interiors, driven by advancements in textile technology and the availability of low-cost, durable polyesters. This trend extended across various…
Revival of the Buick Riviera: 1977-78 Edition
The 1977-78 Buick Riviera, though a high-priced luxury vehicle, struggled to stand out in terms of distinctive styling, blending in with the entry-level LeSabre. Built on GM’s downsized B-body platform,…
The Pacer Chronicle: AMC’s Wide Small Car from 1975–80
The American Motors Pacer was advertised as the “first wide small car” in 1975. The Pacer was made possible by a $60 million investment and some unusual design choices. It…