1964 Mercury Park Lane Marauder “The Midnight Marauder” & Ride on My Car Story with Lou Costabile

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    On "My Car Story" we're in the North Suburbs of IL on 4-2-21.
    We're looking at a 1964 Mercury Park Lane Marauder in Black Paint and features a factory 390 CI V8 Engine.
    The car's Owner is Kevin Rogers. Kevin’s had this car since 2019. He shares loves the luxury details on this car, everything works, and it goes well too.
    ENJOY!

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  • @TheGunfighter45acp
    @TheGunfighter45acp 3 года назад +46

    This Merc' is outstanding. All that power, good looks, and air-conditioning, too! Kevin definitely put alot of TLC into this one. Thanks, Lou!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад +2

      Hi TheGunfighter45acp, This one has it all :-) You're welcome, Lou

  • @chriscarson1493
    @chriscarson1493 3 года назад +27

    Mercury really had a hand with some of the best looking cars of the 60s. These were just the ticket for many miles of happy cruising locally or cross country.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi Chris, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) Enjoyed reading your comment, Lou

  • @Scalihoo
    @Scalihoo 3 года назад +7

    Now thats a cool car, my friend had one in white same year I cruised many miles in that thing

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад +1

      Hi Florida Free State Al, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Friends car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

  • @1955mouse
    @1955mouse 3 года назад +14

    love those oldie classics, especially the "plain jane" classic speedsters!! lol

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi mouse, Happy to read enjoy these classics :-) Me too, Lou

  • @garycrawford2256
    @garycrawford2256 3 года назад +7

    One thing I like about Lou's channel is that he shows a lot of Mercurys and Buicks.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Happy to read you enjoy the selection of car on this Channel :-)

    • @chuckhaugan4970
      @chuckhaugan4970 3 года назад

      And, he seems to find a ton of holy grail Chrysler 300's.... He even had a short reach ram induction prior to the advent of the 426. Lou has an eye.

  • @davidkastin4240
    @davidkastin4240 3 года назад +21

    The Maurader is the high performance model and this one is as rare as hens teeth. You just don't see them as a Maurader 😍

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад +1

      Hi David, Happy to read you appreciate the rarity of this car :-) Lou

    • @normanjones5167
      @normanjones5167 3 года назад +4

      Very nice ..... but the 390 in this one is only 300 h.p. The 427 in 4v and 8v 425 h.p. Were an option but no a.c. And only 4spd. Those are the really rare ones. Not picking this car just saying.

    • @opera93
      @opera93 3 года назад +1

      @@normanjones5167 thanks, I had forgotten on MAURADERS, ETC. INTERESTINGLY, I would have GLADLY settled for MEEC 390: with a 61 FKRD CONV , 1966 GALAXIE 500 XL* (4 speed) it was the venerable ***352,*& my 56 FORD FAIRLANE (*THE 292 THUNDERBIRD /4 BBL??), and my first car was a 54 FORD V8/2 Dr/3 tree,***with 57 289 V8 (*?? we never did verify which),Carter 4 BBL/Dual exh/ mild custom(!!).... Anyways, *& admittedly the 352 ‘s held up, & fair gas mileage , esp,the 66 /4 SPEED/ GALAXIE seen a lot of MILES;; and I done a lot to,that FORD).! Anyways, we did hear about the 427/ 4 speeds!!

    • @kimmorrison9169
      @kimmorrison9169 3 года назад +2

      @@normanjones5167 Norm, your 100% correct! I’ve seen a couple ‘64 Merc’s with R code 427’s and they are extremely rare and desireable. Some of these 390’s came with dealer installed tri power carb option.
      390 4V’s not so rare

    • @jerryw6699
      @jerryw6699 3 года назад

      @@normanjones5167 The regular Marauder 390 was 300 hp, The super Marauder was 330 hp and you could certainly tell the difference. We owned a 65 supermarauder 390, much higher compression.

  • @timonsolus
    @timonsolus 3 года назад +9

    Glossy jet black and polished chrome, can’t beat it... beautiful!

  • @mkearns60
    @mkearns60 3 года назад +4

    Thank you to the cars owner for allowing us to enjoy this masterpiece.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад +1

      Hi Michael, High praise :-) Hope you see many more cars on this RUclips Channel you enjoy. Please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this RUclips Channel, Lou

  • @josephconsoli4128
    @josephconsoli4128 3 года назад +17

    Nice ominous look with the all-black body, tires, and rims. The "pop-open" AC is very cool. A simple way to cut off the venting in the winter. I like how they used the top-of-the-line Park Lane model combining both comfort and power. The "personal luxury" car is the one type that I sorely miss today. Sporty and fast, yet luxurious - and of course a 2-DOOR ONLY! LOL

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад +2

      Hi Joseph, I thought that "pop-open" venting was very cool too :-) I enjoy reading your comment to understand the details you see, Lou

    • @patkane761
      @patkane761 3 года назад +2

      I'm with you!!! Bring'em back...

  • @iswc27
    @iswc27 3 года назад +9

    Hi, Lou! "I'm not gonna let them catch me, no, not gonna let them catch the Midnight Marauder".
    The Park Lane was the top-of-the-line Mercury in two production runs, from 1958 to 1960 and from 1964 to 1968, before being succeeded by the Marquis. In between, it disappeared (as did the Montclair) because Mercury had to move downmarket after the Edsel's failure. The iconic black Mercury that Jack Lord drove during the early years of "Hawaii Five-O" was a 1968 Park Lane. You can get the full story on the series in the latest issue of Collectible Automobile magazine (June 2021).
    The Marauder was introduced in 1963 as a member of the S-55 series in the fastback hardtop style like Kevin's car. In '64 and '65, there were two-door and four-door Marauder fastbacks in all the full-size series: Monterey, Montclair and Park Lane. It returned for 1969 and 1970, with the X-100 being the performance version. It came back a third time in 2003 and 2004 based on the Grand Marquis sedan. Kevin is very fortunate to have found this one, being one of 2,721 produced. Thank you both for taking all of us boys along on the Midnight Run!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi iswc27, "I'm not gonna let them catch me, no, not gonna let them catch the Midnight Marauder" that's catchy, that should be a song :-) The information you share is GREAT. Thank you for sharing. My pleasure sharing with you, and you're welcome, Lou

  • @mightylonesome9426
    @mightylonesome9426 3 года назад +4

    Good job Lou. That's not a car one normally thinks of when the word "classics" comes to mind. It's great to see these types of cars get their due respect.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад +1

      Hi Mighty Lonesome, My pleasure sharing this rare treat with you :-) Lou

  • @audiobuff77
    @audiobuff77 3 года назад +3

    Beautiful car! And those are my all time favorite hubcaps. I'm glad the owner switched to a smaller size rim.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi audiobuff77, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car & the hubcaps too :-) Lou

  • @dancerjim
    @dancerjim 3 года назад +27

    I’m usually a Chevy/GM guy, but I admit this one is pretty sweet.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад +2

      Hi Jim, So for you it's a Mercury "Converter" :-) Lou

    • @lloydyoung8628
      @lloydyoung8628 3 года назад

      @@loucostabile aa

  • @MensAsses33
    @MensAsses33 3 года назад +14

    Thank you for doing your uploading in the 🌄 morning...nice, positive way to start the day 😀

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад +1

      Hi Peripatetic Tom, My pleasure sharing this one with you :-) Thank you for the encouraging words, and I appreciate that, Lou

  • @JeffKing310
    @JeffKing310 3 года назад +8

    Very nice Marauder! These are rare- I don’t think I have ever seen one in real life. The rear overhang/deck is about the size of a Mini.
    Thanks Kevin for sharing this beauty with us. And thanks Lou for documenting it so well.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад +1

      Hi Jeff King, Happy to read you appreciate the rarity of this car :-) My pleasure sharing this one with you, and you're welcome, Lou

  • @rudolphguarnacci197
    @rudolphguarnacci197 3 года назад +2

    Man, baby moons. I used to think they looked so awful in the 70s when everybody was putting Cragars deep-dish mags or 5-spoke chrome. I think some of the recent rise in the popularity of the plain "hub cap" look is from the way the cop cars are being dressed. Enthusiasts have realized just what a classic, good look it is. Another great find, really. Never even heard of a Marauder before. Thanks again, Lou. You da man!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi Rudolph, Happy to read your thoughts on the "baby moons". Glad you appreciate the rarity of this car, and you're welcome, Lou

  • @AtlantaGymFan
    @AtlantaGymFan 3 года назад +9

    Great looking car!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад +1

      Hi Brock, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) Lou

  • @godzilla6740
    @godzilla6740 3 года назад +2

    Another excellent episode ! I have a 2004 Marauder 56,000 on clock and a wonderful 1964 Marauder scale model in black on a shelf in my iiving room.
    Beautiful car...Mercury knew how to do it right.
    Thanks Lou

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi James, Happy to read you're enjoying your cool car, and a mini version of this one too. NICE! You're welcome, Lou

  • @steelassault262
    @steelassault262 3 года назад +5

    Magnificent mercury!!! The interior was splendid and if he gets on the accelerator it turns into the black blurrrrr ;)

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi Steel Assault, High praise :-) Lou

  • @bartricky5894
    @bartricky5894 3 года назад +5

    They were nice handling cars due to the large rear overhang that helped balance the car (check out the profile). The CHP used them because of that. I had a '66 Monterey 390 three on the tree that made a great road car. Thanks Lou...

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi BartRicky, Thank you for viewing and sharing your knowledge. You're welcome, Lou

  • @dalerobinson3184
    @dalerobinson3184 3 года назад +5

    Makes my heart go pitter -patter. Dang wish that was setting in my garage. 😁😁😁 nice Brother.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi Dale, Happy to read this one gets the heart going :-) Lou

  • @russelladams6432
    @russelladams6432 3 года назад +2

    "The Midnight Marauder" I like that name. So clean and subtle. The dog dish caps really finish off the look. The 390 was no slouch in the right car. My friend in high school had one in his 65 4 door Galaxee 500 LTD. It suprised a lot of Camaro and Monte Carlo owners in the early 90s. :) Thank you for sharing this one with us. Great car with great history. Take care.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад +1

      Hi Russell, Happy to read this one brings back memories of your Friends 65 Galaxie :-) My pleasure sharing with you, and you're welcome, Lou

  • @audieconrad8995
    @audieconrad8995 3 года назад +7

    Very sweet feature Lou. Rare car - nicely preserved. The 390 was a torque monster. Reminds me of the time when me and my buddy were doing burnouts with his dad's '69 LTD 390 and snapped a motor mount. It was a long drive back to his house to inform him...

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад +3

      Hi Audie, Ahhhh unforgettable burnouts in Dad's LTD....good times :-) Other then the conversation about the motor mount :-( Lou

    • @rudolphguarnacci197
      @rudolphguarnacci197 3 года назад

      Should have put heavy duty motor mounts from the factory. Must've been a design flaw!

  • @randybills3848
    @randybills3848 3 года назад +3

    thats very cool my uncle bought a new mercury in 1963 it was the one the rear window angeled in and went up and down very nice cars

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi Randy, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Uncles car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

  • @tippey2011
    @tippey2011 3 года назад +3

    Wow Lou what a rare car this is! That is just a big black powerhouse! Loved the engine sound and that ride along had to be awesome! What s great owner too and you can sure tell he loves his baby! That unit gad such great lines to it and such a luxurious interior. Those baby moon hubcaps looked just right on that unit. Just a awesome old Mercury plus I love all Mercury's anyway. A great video Lou and thanks for sharing with us!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад +1

      Hi Steve, Happy to read you appreciate the rarity of this car :-) Glad to share the sounds of this car with you. My pleasure sharing with you, and you're welcome, Lou

    • @kevinrogers7405
      @kevinrogers7405 3 года назад

      Thank you . I took a chance with the moons but almost everyone loves it !

  • @ericball6000
    @ericball6000 3 года назад +2

    Lou,in all my years as a gear head, I have only seen 2 Marauder's,and that one is the best, thanx for the ride,cheers.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi Eric, I've seen two too. Here is the 1st one, enjoy! Lou ruclips.net/video/_7REQGrqJRU/видео.html

    • @ericball6000
      @ericball6000 3 года назад

      @@loucostabile thanx,I like that one also.

  • @zincorbie
    @zincorbie 3 года назад +7

    A serious and handsome car. Thanks Lou.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад +2

      Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car zinc orbie. You're welcome.

    • @zincorbie
      @zincorbie 3 года назад +3

      @@loucostabile It was a little little early for Hawaii Five-0 but Jack Lord loved this make.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад +1

      I can see why he'd like this one :-)

  • @normmelanson9345
    @normmelanson9345 3 года назад +4

    That 390 motor sounds amazing.That Mercury is beautiful and fast .Great car Lou 👍

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi Norm, Happy to read you enjoy the looks & sounds of this car :-) Lou

  • @2001rams
    @2001rams 3 года назад +2

    Thanks Kevin and Lou. There are a number of great Mercury's and the 63-64 Marauder is one of them. From front to back you can see this series of car was quite an upgrade over a similar Ford. These models look so good in black and that interior (especially in white) can not be outdone.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi Allen, Happy to read you enjoy this car :-) My pleasure sharing this one with you, and you're welcome, Lou

  • @chrisubias7135
    @chrisubias7135 3 года назад +6

    Wow truly a rare car. Very nice

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi Chris, Happy to read you appreciate the rarity of this car :-) Lou

  • @fredanddebramacdonald2445
    @fredanddebramacdonald2445 3 года назад +2

    From an era when they built real cars. This is a very rare car, and with working air!?! I don’t know who polished that paint, but this one is near perfect in every respect! Thanks to you and Kevin for a perfect car story about a wonderful and perfect car! You always bring us the best stuff. Yes and perfect exhaust note too!! Thanks LOU.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi Fred and Debra MacDonald, Happy to read this is a "perfect car story" and "perfect exhaust note too!" High praise :-) You're welcome, Lou

  • @davestelling
    @davestelling 3 года назад +4

    Kevin beat me to it; being able to fit TWO buddies in the trunk at the Drive-In movies.
    Don't ask me how I know that!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi Dave, NICE! :-) Lou

    • @stuckinmygarage6220
      @stuckinmygarage6220 3 года назад

      I'm thinking Cheech and Chong...

    • @allanjechorek4381
      @allanjechorek4381 3 года назад

      My buddies just snuck in across the creek and field in the back of the theater so I know what you mean.

  • @MisterMikeTexas
    @MisterMikeTexas 3 года назад +17

    They won't catch The Midnight Rider if he's driving this Marauder! 😄😄

  • @ronsimpson7596
    @ronsimpson7596 3 года назад +2

    Marauder aptly named, denotes aggressive motoring for sure, nicely detailed mill, I believe all Mercury were made in Canada. This one seems to be a mild restomod. White interior is quite flamboyant! Can see Lincoln influence in ip.Don Draper would love it! Huge trunk plenty of room for the clubs!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi Ron, "denotes aggressive motoring for sure" Just the way we like it :-) Thank you for sharing, Lou

  • @DontWatchProductions
    @DontWatchProductions 3 года назад +2

    Wow! This was my brothers first car. He bought it used for $200. It was the car I learned to drive in. You don't see many cars with stainless trim. The car is in rough shape but the trim still shines like new. Good to see a running copy.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi D W, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Brothers car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this RUclips Channel, Lou

  • @RustyCar
    @RustyCar 3 года назад +5

    What a beautiful car! That start-up was silky smooth and instant. And a nice sound befitting a great car. The interior pattern looks like it belongs in a higher-end model instead of sinister looking Marauder. Great presentation Lou & Kevin! Have fun cruising around!!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi Rusty, Happy to read the details you enjoy, and glad to take you along for the ride :-) Lou

  • @chrisjeffries2322
    @chrisjeffries2322 3 года назад +6

    Thank you Lou and Kevin, what a nice 64 Mercury.

  • @hensleyshobbies-doug7761
    @hensleyshobbies-doug7761 3 года назад +3

    Awesome Lou! Love those old highway cruisers like that!

  • @jameswagoner3309
    @jameswagoner3309 3 года назад +2

    What an excellent car, Lou...
    Anything with that high compression 390 Interceptor engine is bound to be fast...
    But with that car you can go fast with class! Another terrific car, Lou.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад +1

      Hi James, Fast & class....NICE! Lou

  • @johnjuarez8005
    @johnjuarez8005 3 года назад +4

    Great car and sound. Another unique gem.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi John, Happy to read you enjoy this "unique gem" :-) Thank you for viewing & sharing, Lou

  • @steveflor9942
    @steveflor9942 3 года назад +3

    Rare, unique, awesome car.
    Supposed true story: Ralph Nader looked up "Marauder" in the dictionary: "One that lays waste to the countryside." Quite a stir at the time:)

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi Steve, High praise for this "awesome" car :-) Thank you for viewing & sharing, Lou

  • @samrumade9429
    @samrumade9429 3 года назад +2

    A local guy ,Ford fanatic has same car,only 390,3 deuces,4 speed,black interior. Magnum 500 wheels. Gorgeous car.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi Sam, Happy to read you appreciate this car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this RUclips Channel, Lou

  • @donaldshortreed3011
    @donaldshortreed3011 3 года назад +2

    Hi Lou, I really enjoyed this video of the beautiful Maurader. It brought back many fond memories. I bought a new black Mercury Monterey 2dr hdtp in 1962. Loved this car. Would love to see you do a show sometime on one of these. Thank you.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi Donald, Happy to read this one brings back memories of your car. Hope I see a cool 1962 too :-) You're welcome, Lou

  • @firefightergoggie
    @firefightergoggie 3 года назад +2

    I've never seen one before and I LIKE IT!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад +1

      Happy to read you LIKE this car :-)

  • @Funsho97
    @Funsho97 3 года назад +3

    Oh my goodness that car looks sinister and the stance is perfect!!!

  • @jimv7067
    @jimv7067 2 года назад +1

    I'm so in love with that Mercury! That's a real man's car!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  2 года назад

      Hi Joe, Happy to read you are so in love with this car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this RUclips Channel, Lou

  • @Irishfan
    @Irishfan Год назад +1

    Oh, I like Mercury's. My uncle owned them, I remember three of his, a 59 Monterey, 65, and 72 both Park Lanes. Beautiful cars! My dad had a 66 Comet, and a 69 Montego. Another uncle had a 61 Comet. I had a couple of Cougars a 76 and 2000. My last Mercury was a 2010 Milan Premier. It was the most luxurious of all the cars I had. It was fully loaded with options. I wish they still made the Mercury line. The 2010 model year was the last. There are still some on the road, but not many. The older models like the 64 in this video are very rare. I occasionally see Ford's from back in the 60's, but not the Mercury's. This video was a real treat.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  Год назад

      Hi Daniel, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Uncles cars :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

  • @patkane761
    @patkane761 3 года назад +2

    I've known about the 64 Marauder for a while, but I didn't know the Pikes Peak thing. I learned something this morning 😁
    Again another great video Lou 👍👍

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад +1

      Hi Pat, I had no idea about Pike Peak. Glad we both learned that, and I find the learning FUN :-) Thank you for the kind words on the video. It's appreciated, Lou

  • @wildcolonialman
    @wildcolonialman 3 года назад +2

    Fabulous. Special and brilliant.

  • @briansd2772
    @briansd2772 3 года назад +3

    That Super Marauder sounds Super Great! Thanks Lou!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад +1

      Hi Brian SD, Happy to read you enjoy this "Super" car :-) You're welcome, Lou

  • @plymouthduster2252
    @plymouthduster2252 3 года назад +2

    Another great car Lou, must be a pretty rare one. I have never seen one in person before.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад +1

      Hi PlymouthDuster 225, Happy to read you appreciate the rarity of this car :-) I've seen two, and you can too, enjoy! Lou ruclips.net/video/_7REQGrqJRU/видео.html

  • @YKXZWX
    @YKXZWX 3 года назад +5

    It's my impression or the hood seems to be a bit short in proportion to the line of the car? Amazing car nonetheless.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi YKXZWX, Thank you for viewing and sharing your thoughts. Hope you see many more cars on this RUclips Channel you enjoy. Please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this RUclips Channel, Lou

  • @jeffbryan2591
    @jeffbryan2591 3 года назад +1

    My family had a breezeway . As kids we used to get a kick out of driving around with the back window down on a hot summer day

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi Jeff, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Family car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this RUclips Channel, Lou

  • @donaldheitger6731
    @donaldheitger6731 3 года назад +2

    Gorgeous car, wow.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi Donald, Happy to read you appreciate the looks of this car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this RUclips Channel, Lou

  • @jamesroper5470
    @jamesroper5470 3 года назад +2

    This is one awesome Mercury. The trunk could be used as a 2nd bedroom. LOL 🤣

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi James, Happy to read you enjoy this "awesome" car & a 2nd bedroom too :-) Lou

  • @midnightgambler3718
    @midnightgambler3718 3 года назад +3

    nice way to start our day Sir!! It's gorgeous! We're still watching each video but usually on the firestick, not able to make comments ;-( ... my Sir *LOVES* your channel !!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад +1

      Hi Midnight Gambler, Happy to read you're enjoying the cars on the Channel! Glad you're along for the ride. Please remember to watch the commercials at the beginning of the video (or at least the ones you can), as that's how I get paid so I can keep sharing with you :-) Lou

  • @tct9mm151
    @tct9mm151 3 года назад +2

    These Mercs seemed to have the perfect balance between "show and go"!! they're more than a Ford but a bit less than a Lincoln.
    This particular Merc is a beautiful example of how nicely equipped the Mercury cars were.
    GREAT VIDEO LOU.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi TCT9MM, Happy to read your thoughts on this car. Glad to read you enjoy this video :-) Lou

  • @Dunkaroos248
    @Dunkaroos248 3 года назад +2

    Flows sound so good on old carburated engines. Cool, rare car.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi Dunkaroos, Happy to read you appreciate the rarity of this car, and this cars sounds :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this RUclips Channel, Lou

  • @jaybrown1828
    @jaybrown1828 3 года назад +2

    I had a turquoise 1964 Merc Montclair 4 dr with a 390 3 on the column.It ran great!!!! Got it in 1968 for $800. Old man owned it,45,000 miles.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi Jay, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this RUclips Channel, Lou

  • @aipo86t
    @aipo86t 3 года назад +2

    My Dad had one. Loved that car. The only way it would fit in the garage was to fit the front bumper between the studs, then the garage door would barley close. As my dad would say it was goin' machine.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад +1

      Hi aipo86t, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Dads car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this RUclips Channel, Lou

  • @ramongonzalez2112
    @ramongonzalez2112 2 года назад +1

    My dad’s first car. He bought one used in ‘69. Our marauder was maroon with black interior, center console, and bucket seats. Btw Kevin looks like a young Mike Holmgren.😊🤗

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  2 года назад

      Hi Ramon, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Dads 1st car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

  • @thomasc4753
    @thomasc4753 3 года назад +2

    Excellent video! This Merc is absolutely gorgeous.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад +1

      Hi Thomas C, High praise :-) Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car, Lou

  • @BillofRights1951
    @BillofRights1951 3 года назад +2

    I had no idea there was that interim step with the AC in Mercury's in 1964. The Fords still had the "Selectaire" hanging below the dash in essentially a recirculate-only set up. This was the same... just a clever, more aesthetic dash vent diversion. The full integration with vacuum controlled baffles and fresh/recirc options became standard across all full size models in '65...

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi Bill, Happy to read you learned something about this car. I'm learning all the time, and I find that to be so much fun, Lou

  • @Primus54
    @Primus54 3 года назад +2

    Great video. The Baby Moons bring back a lot of memories for us guys from the 60’s who couldn’t afford Cragar S/S’s but absolutely HAD to shed the stock hubcaps or be labeled “uncool”! 😱 The trunk lid on this one is long enough to carry a tied down Smart car. Cheers!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi Primus54, Happy to read you appreciate this car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this RUclips Channel, Lou

    • @Primus54
      @Primus54 3 года назад

      @@loucostabile: You got me... subscribed and notifications turned on! 👍

  • @louiskats5116
    @louiskats5116 3 года назад +2

    Goodday Lou,
    Funny this is that one was recently sold at Mecum Auction in Houston couple of weeks ago. Never heard of such a cruiser before, & lone behold you feature one on your channel.
    What are the chances of that, that's what I love about your channel expect the unexpected.
    Beautiful sleeper of a Mercury., great work.
    Your number 1 Fan in Australia
    Louis Kats from Melbourne Australia ☺ 👍 ❤

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi Louis, Seems the timing was right on that one :-) Good news! Here is one more, Enjoy! Lou ruclips.net/video/_7REQGrqJRU/видео.html

  • @tamalsengupta5377
    @tamalsengupta5377 2 года назад +1

    what a great polite man just like his elegant car! oh boy i love everything about that car!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  2 года назад +1

      Hi Feral Samoyed, Happy to read "what a great polite man just like his elegant car! oh boy i love everything about that car!" :-) Hope you see many more cars on this RUclips Channel you enjoy. Please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this RUclips Channel, Lou

  • @keithmiles3287
    @keithmiles3287 3 года назад +3

    That is a very nice car I never seen one. I think it's incredibly styled. It's one of the nicest mercurys I have ever seen. The 390 was known as slightly timid compared to some other big engines but I think properly set up and tuned they are potent. The only mercy I like more is a 66 comet gt.i believe mercury was intended to be a bridge gap line of cars between ford and Lincoln. Sometimes they were better than both

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi Keith, High praise :-) Happy to share a car you have not seen before. Lou

  • @recalcitrantproductionsllc2661
    @recalcitrantproductionsllc2661 3 года назад +2

    I started that project and sold that car to Kevin! He did a great job!

    • @recalcitrantproductionsllc2661
      @recalcitrantproductionsllc2661 3 года назад +1

      I wish I could post the before and after pics. Car was painted two years ago. And yes at Maaco but not some cheap job. It was about 5k for paint. We did the flow masters as well. I liked my rims better lol. He did put correct engine in it. It was a 352 when I sold it to him. I have seen this car in person since Kevin bought it. It is fantastic!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi Recalcitrant Productions LLC, Happy to read you're able to see the car again :-) Lou

  • @4440pvc
    @4440pvc 3 года назад +2

    Back in 1964 my mom bought my uncles 61 mercury and a few days later my uncle showed up with a 64 special order dark green supper Marauder 4 speed with the 410 big block mercury engine and boy would it fly.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi 4440pvc, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Moms car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

  • @paulhardman2515
    @paulhardman2515 3 года назад +2

    I have a 2003 Marauder and would love to have a classic one like this one!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi Paul, One like this would make your garage look like a "Father & Son Team" of cars :-) Hope you see many more cars on this RUclips Channel you enjoy. Please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this RUclips Channel, Lou

  • @michaelpacini1332
    @michaelpacini1332 3 года назад +2

    Beautiful black beauty Marauder. Thanks Lou

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi Michael, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this one :-) You're welcome, Lou

  • @jonathan_nc
    @jonathan_nc 3 года назад +1

    Lou, the latest issue of Collectible Automobile Magazine has a great article on the Mercury Park Lane and it mentioned these Marauders. I just read that article today and then this evening here is your video. Great timing! Love those A/C vents. They're all metal like the ones in our '66 Ford wagon were. They got very cold to the touch and would have condensation on them after the A/C was on a while.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi Jonathan NC, Happy to read the timing was great to present this video :-) Thank you for viewing & sharing, Lou

  • @motorTranz
    @motorTranz 3 года назад +3

    Wow! That's beautiful 😍 Thanks Lou!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад +1

      Happy to receive a "Wow! from you :-) You're welcome motorTranz.

  • @bruceh92
    @bruceh92 3 года назад +2

    I absolutely love this car. Looks-wise 10 out of 10. Thanks for vid guys.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад +1

      WINNER! You're welcome Bruce H.

  • @teddysmith457
    @teddysmith457 3 года назад +2

    That’s the first time I’ve ever seen one of those that is one beautiful car

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад +1

      Hi Teddy Smith, I've only seen two, and here is the other one, enjoy! Lou ruclips.net/video/_7REQGrqJRU/видео.html

  • @knowbodiesfull5768
    @knowbodiesfull5768 3 года назад +2

    Marauder? That's an appropriate name for this car, all right! The all-black body and black-wall tires make the car look like a panther ready to attack! This is a sister car to the Ford Galaxie 500XL, and it made quite a few appearances at stock car races during the '60s! But it couldn't hold a candle to the Hemi Plymouths and Richard Petty! The Mercury brand celebrated its Silver Anniversary in 1964; the steering wheel hub centers had XXV (25) on them. It also saw the return of the Park Lane and Montclair models after a three-year absence. The Mercury make was discontinued by the Ford Motor Company on January 4, 2011, after 72 years. (4/16/2021)

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi Geminisixtyfour, Thank you for viewing and sharing your knowledge. Hope you see many more cars on this RUclips Channel you enjoy. Please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this RUclips Channel, Lou

  • @davidmellott5049
    @davidmellott5049 3 года назад +1

    I had The 64 Mercury Comet Caliente with the hipo 271 hp 289, which was a fast beautiful car, but I never saw a marauder in person. But I did have the 330 hp 390 in my 67 Cougar and am alive today because I was very lucky, it was a rocket ship in a straight line, but don't try and slide it through a corner, it was not a drifter. I never wreaked it until a guy came through a yield sign. I was sick with grief over losing that car.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi davidmellott50, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this RUclips Channel, Lou

    • @THRASHMETALFUNRIFFS
      @THRASHMETALFUNRIFFS 3 года назад

      MUY Cliente'!!!

  • @gene978
    @gene978 3 года назад +2

    What a Treat that Kevin let us see his Beautiful Baby. I love looking at this generation Mercurys. That interior is just Wow. Red would of been a second nice color on the interior. Love black over red but Black over white in this condition is Classy. Fun Fact. I had no idea that Ford products were doing the Clear Steering wheel rim. I thought that was a GM Only thing. Hmm. TY LOU

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi gene978, Enjoy reading the details you notice on this car :-) My pleasure sharing with you, and you're welcome, Lou

  • @garymckee8857
    @garymckee8857 3 года назад +2

    You are correct Lou those wheels look great and a nice Mercury.
    I had a friend who had one of the breezeway ones and those are ugly.
    Thanks

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад +1

      Hi Gary, Happy to read you enjoy the wheels on this car :-) You're welcome, Lou

  • @AELITACHANTAL
    @AELITACHANTAL 3 года назад +1

    Hi Lou! Thank you for one more masterpiece video! A very unique car! A very nice Midnight Marauder! :)

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi Aelita, Happy to read you enjoy this "Midnight Marauder" :-) My pleasure sharing with you, and you're welcome, Lou

  • @TripReviews
    @TripReviews 3 года назад +3

    Loved the Marauders!

  • @ericwhitehead6451
    @ericwhitehead6451 3 года назад +2

    Usually a Mopar guy, but damn, nothing sounds like a Ford. Beautiful Mercury!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi Eric, So this one for you is the Mercury "Converter" :-) Lou

    • @ericwhitehead6451
      @ericwhitehead6451 3 года назад +1

      @@loucostabile I've always had a soft spot for Mercury's. :)

    • @kevinrogers7405
      @kevinrogers7405 3 года назад

      @@ericwhitehead6451 I always wanted a big Merc . I wasn't really shopping but I saw this and jumped at it .

    • @ericwhitehead6451
      @ericwhitehead6451 3 года назад +1

      @@kevinrogers7405 great choice!

  • @craigjorgensen4637
    @craigjorgensen4637 3 года назад +4

    I never knew these existed! Pretty cool!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi Craig, Happy to share a new car for you :-) Glad to read you think this one is "Pretty cool!", Lou

  • @raywagner8016
    @raywagner8016 3 года назад

    The older fella that lived across the road from my uncle had the identical car with a red interior that he ordered new in 1964. He had the large Nascar style cast iron headers put on it at the dealership before he took delivery and ordered a 427 crate engine at the same time. The 427 never made it into the Marauder. The car was parked in 1970 and sat in the garage the entire time. His son inherited all of it when he passed around 1998. None of it was ever for sale but they sure are cool and rare cars. Nice to see one out and running around!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi Ray, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your Uncles Neighbors car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing. Hope you see many cars on this Channel you enjoy! Please Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this RUclips Channel, Lou

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Please remember to watch the commercials at the beginning of the video (or at least the ones you can), as that's how I get paid so I can keep sharing with you :-)

  • @Johnnyk999
    @Johnnyk999 2 года назад +1

    My '66 Monterey was very dependable with plenty of power for passing on the highway, etc, and a trunk that wouldn't quit. I forgot just how big they were! This Marauder is nice.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  2 года назад

      Happy to read you enjoy your Monteray which you can call Ray too :-)

  • @jerryrollins512
    @jerryrollins512 11 месяцев назад +1

    Another really nice '64 Park Lane Marauder. This factory built hot rod runs as good as it looks. These video's make me wonder what possesed me to sell the one I had. Great car and video.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  11 месяцев назад +1

      Thanks for sharing. Glad you enjoy this car & video :-)

  • @vernrosquites5998
    @vernrosquites5998 3 года назад +1

    This is such a Big and Beautiful car. Lots of room, engine hub is very organized,WOW! Amazing. This must be Green Lantern's Car, right Lou. I was still a baby back then. Other than that, Stunning interior and over-all a Flawless vehicle. Thanks Kevin and of course, Lou.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi Vern, High praise for "Green Lantern's Car" :-) My pleasure sharing this one with you, and you're welcome, Lou

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Please remember to watch the commercials at the beginning of the video (or at least the ones you can), as that's how I get paid so I can keep sharing with you :-)

    • @vernrosquites5998
      @vernrosquites5998 3 года назад

      @@loucostabile There isn't any single one Lou. That's why I am trying to help you :(

    • @vernrosquites5998
      @vernrosquites5998 3 года назад

      @@loucostabile Your every car show was constantly keeps coming in. Not my fault. I think you need to set it up with the Ads.

    • @kevinrogers7405
      @kevinrogers7405 3 года назад

      Thank you . Im glad you enjoyed the ride .

  • @anthonyc1883
    @anthonyc1883 3 года назад +3

    Lou must've sped up the video to make it appear the driver was exceeding the speed limit during the acceleration run! (nyuck-nyuck)

  • @milfordcivic6755
    @milfordcivic6755 Год назад +1

    Full size luxury sport. I really miss cars like this.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  Год назад +1

      Good news! The cars you like are all right here on this RUclips Channel :-) Make sure to watch the commercials in full (or at least the ones you can) as that is how I get paid so I can keep sharing with you.

  • @justinlee7194
    @justinlee7194 3 года назад +1

    That's a really cool looking car, Lou! Great video as always. Lou, please do a story of the Corvette Mako shark and Manta Ray please? You need to make a my car story of those cars

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi Justin, Happy to read you enjoy the looks of this car :-) Those are good choices. If I see them with a Care Taker available, you'll see them too. Lou

    • @justinlee7194
      @justinlee7194 3 года назад

      @@loucostabile shweet! Thank you very much Lou and take care!

  • @oldtimerf7602
    @oldtimerf7602 3 года назад +1

    Merc went crazy with the badging and bling for sure.

  • @jimparker7778
    @jimparker7778 Год назад +1

    Had a black 64 Montclair 390. The engine was amazing. Never encountered an FE block Ford or Merc that wasn't smooth and strong.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  Год назад

      Hi Jim, Happy to read this car brings back memories of your car :-) Thank you for viewing and sharing, Lou

  • @dannywilkins887
    @dannywilkins887 3 года назад +3

    Yeah I like-ALOT!!

  • @bwsescal
    @bwsescal 2 года назад +1

    Fabulous Car!! The predecessor to Steve Mc Garrett's triple black 1968 Mercury Park Lane!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  2 года назад +1

      Hi bwsescal, High praise for this car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this RUclips Channel, Lou

    • @bwsescal
      @bwsescal 2 года назад

      @@loucostabile Thanks! I've seen several of your videos. I like how gracious you always are! Thanks. I'm subscribed.

  • @davethompson3140
    @davethompson3140 3 года назад +1

    Just like Buick, Mercury always made some great dependable cars. Great car Lou!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Glad you read you enjoy this dependable car Dave.

  • @richiedigiacomo3937
    @richiedigiacomo3937 3 года назад +2

    Awesome car... looks like my 64 T-bird under the hood
    beautiful!

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      HI Richie, Happy to read you appreciate this car :-) Thank you for viewing, sharing and I believe you're going to see many more cars on this Channel you'll enjoy. Hope you Subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this RUclips Channel, Lou

  • @baconsarny-geddon8298
    @baconsarny-geddon8298 3 года назад +2

    Cool car, I love this era of Mercs. But weird proportions- it almost looks like a factory experimental A/FX, or a really nicely-finished altered-wheelbase

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi Bacon Sarny-Geddon, Thank you for viewing and sharing your thoughts. Hope you see many more cars on this RUclips Channel you enjoy. Please subscribe, and hit the "bell" so you can see all the cars when they are uploaded on this RUclips Channel, Lou

  • @TimGreenTV
    @TimGreenTV 3 года назад +2

    This is great Lou. I have heard from Keels and Wheels but still wiring to hear if the show is still a go. Great show Lou.

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      Hi Tim Green Productions Videographer/ Photographer, Happy to read you're enjoying the shows with me :-) Lou

  • @neilbenoit7042
    @neilbenoit7042 3 года назад +2

    That is one sweet Merc!

  • @colonelparcoeur
    @colonelparcoeur 3 года назад +8

    Dog dishes 😍

    • @loucostabile
      @loucostabile  3 года назад

      :-)

    • @patkane761
      @patkane761 3 года назад

      Who dosen't like "dog dish" hubcaps on early 60s mussel???

    • @MisterMikeTexas
      @MisterMikeTexas 3 года назад

      @@patkane761 Half moons! My older brother had them on his 69 Fairlane 500 fastback.

    • @patkane761
      @patkane761 3 года назад +1

      @@MisterMikeTexas hi Mike, halfmoons tucked into the lug pocket and dog bowls go over the pocket. I believe that I saw bowls on that Marauder.

    • @mrdiplomat9018
      @mrdiplomat9018 3 года назад +2

      @@patkane761 - muscle cars are great 💪