Mercury Monterey
Mercury Monterey — 1952–1954, 4-door sedan 2-door sedan 2-door coupe, 255 cuin ''Flathead'' V8; 256 cuin ''Ford Y-block'' V8. Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.
About the Mercury Monterey
Mercury Monterey is a 4-door sedan 2-door sedan 2-door coupe in the full-size class, with source data covering 1952–1954. The available vehicle data lists 255 cuin ''Flathead'' V8; 256 cuin ''Ford Y-block'' V8 as an engine configuration, paired with 3-speed manual3-speed Merc-O-Matic automatic and a FR layout layout. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.
This Mercury Monterey guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for 255 cuin ''Flathead'' V8; 256 cuin ''Ford Y-block'' V8 and 3-speed manual3-speed Merc-O-Matic automatic transmission information. Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.
Mercury Monterey specifications at a glance
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| Make | Mercury |
|---|---|
| Model | Monterey |
| Model years | 1952–1954 |
| Body style | 4-door sedan 2-door sedan 2-door coupe |
| Vehicle class | Full-size |
| Manufacturer | Mercury (Ford) |
| Production | 1952–1974 |
| Market / country | FI, NL, NZ |
Engine, transmission and performance
Engine information for the Mercury Monterey includes 255 cuin ''Flathead'' V8; 256 cuin ''Ford Y-block'' V8.. Transmission information includes 3-speed manual3-speed Merc-O-Matic automatic.. The listed drivetrain/layout is FR layout.
| Engine | 255 cuin ''Flathead'' V8; 256 cuin ''Ford Y-block'' V8 |
|---|---|
| Transmission | 3-speed manual3-speed Merc-O-Matic automatic |
| Drivetrain / layout | FR layout |
Dimensions, weight and practicality
Dimensions and capacity figures are presented as published source data when available.
| Wheelbase | 118.0 in (2,997 mm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 202.2 in (5,136 mm) (1952) |
| Width | 73.5 in (1,867 mm) |
| Height | 62.4 in (1,585 mm) |
| Kerb / curb weight | 3870 lb |
Mercury Monterey other specifications
| Image | 1953 Mercury Monterey Special Custom Convertible in Coral, front left.jpg |
|---|---|
| Caption | 1953 Mercury Monterey Special Custom Convertible |
| Name | Mercury Monterey |
Mercury Monterey generations and model years
Where a source covers multiple generations, CarCareTool selects the generation(s) that best match this catalog model instead of mixing unrelated variants.
| Generation / scope | Years | Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercury Monterey | 1952–1974 | Not specified | Not specified | FR layout |
| First generation | 1952–1954 | 255 cuin ''Flathead'' V8; 256 cuin ''Ford Y-block'' V8 | 3-speed manual3-speed Merc-O-Matic automatic | Not specified |
| Second generation | 1955–1956 | 292 cuin Ford Y-block V8312 cuin Ford Y-block V8 | 3-speed manual3-speed Merc-O-Matic automaticTouch-O-Matic overdrive | Not specified |
| Third generation | 1957–1958 | 312 cuin Ford Y-block V8368 cuin Lincoln Y-Block V8383 cuin MEL V8430 cuin MEL V8 | 3-speed manual3-speed Merc-O-Matic automatic | Not specified |
| Fourth generation | 1959–1960 | 312 cuin Ford Y-block V8 383 cuin MEL V8 | 3-speed manual 3-speed Merc-O-Matic automatic | Not specified |
| Fifth generation | 1961–1964 | 223 cuin ''Mileage Maker'' I6; 292 cuin ''Ford Y-block'' V8; 352 cuin ''FE'' V8; 390 cuin ''FE'' V8; 406 cuin ''FE'' V8 | 3-speed manual4-speed manual3-speed Merc-O-Matic automatic | Not specified |
Recommended tire pressure for Mercury Monterey
Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s cold inflation pressure. CarCareTool estimates are clearly labelled when an exact verified value is unavailable.
| Load condition | Front | Rear | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normal | 32 PSI | 30 PSI | Estimate |
| Fully loaded | 34 PSI | 33 PSI | Estimate |
Frequently asked questions about Mercury Monterey
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