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2003 Mercury Marauder - Show Quality Finish & Performance Upgrades, Clear Carfax on 2040-cars

Year:2003 Mileage:165671
Location:

Ozark, Missouri, United States

Ozark, Missouri, United States
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2003 MERCURY MARAUDER

4.6L 32V DOHC V8 Engine, 4-Speed Automatic
18" Aluminum Alloy Wheels, Limited Slip Differential

 

2003 Mercury Marauder

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The Mercury Marauder

The Mercury Marauder was a limited production model based on Ford's "Panther" platform. Think of combining the luxury and comfort of a Grand Marquis with the performance of a Police Interceptor. Known as a "Muscle Car Sedan", the engine is a special version of the 4.6L DOHC V8 that shared many components with the Mustang SVT Cobra of the same year. The engine produces 302HP and 318 ft-lb of torque. Upgraded suspension, limited slip differential and a lightweight aluminum driveshaft add to the vehicles performance and legend. The 18" aluminum alloy wheels, unique bumpers and grille and special lights round out the appearance features.

 

2003 Mercury Marauder

2003 Mercury Marauder

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Show-Quality Paint and Performance

I am a dealer of classic and collectible cars, and I purchased this Marauder at a Mecum auction in 2011 to use as my personal car. I went on to invest over $15,000 in parts, materials and labor to make this Marauder into a show-quality car that was both practical and jaw-dropping. I worked on this car with the intent to keep it for many years, and I have loved owning it and showing it for the last 3 years.

When I bought the car, there was a dent on the front fender as well as the usual dings and scratches found on any 8-year old used car. I put the car in my restoration shop, and did a complete paint job. Dents and dings were pulled out as much as possible so that only a minimal amount of filler had to be used prior to primer. The entire car has been wet sanded and buffed to a high shine to minimize the "orange peel" effect found in factory paint jobs.

The wheels had dings and scratches, and I had all four wheels repaired to new condition. I replaced the faded, dingy headlights and side lights with new replacement parts. Cross-drilled rotors and new brake pads were added. I installed a K&N cold air intake and filter, and did a complete tune-up including plugs, wires and ignition coils. The factory radio wasn't working, and I installed a double-din XTRONS DVD/CD/MP3/USB/SD unit with remote. I replaced the front lower control arms, bushings and ball joints. I also replaced the front struts and rear shocks. The tires are the correct BF Goodrich G-Force T/A's, the rear tires are the correct Marauder-specific size. I bought the tires new about 5,000 miles ago.

Neither the cruise control or the overhead trip computer are functioning.

I've put about 30,000 miles on this car in the three years I've owned it. I wouldn't hesitate to drive it across the country today, it is in excellent mechanical condition. I'm obviously going to lose out on the investment I made in this car, but it was worth the money and effort to have the nicest looking Marauder everywhere I went.

 

2003 Mercury Marauder

2003 Mercury Marauder

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Mercury Marauder Special Features

  • 4.6L V8 DOHC Ford Modular Engine
  • 4R70W 4-Speed Automatic Transmission
  • Dual Exhaust with MEGS Tailpipe Tips
  • Lightweight Aluminum Drive Shaft
  • Limited Slip Differential, 3.55:1 Axle Ratio
  • 18" Aluminum Alloy Wheels
  • Autometer Voltmeter & Oil Pressure Gauges
  • Front Bucket Seats, Leather Interior and Center Console Shifter

 

2003 Mercury Marauder

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Thanks for looking! Happy bidding!

 

Call Steve at 214-707-2030 or contact me through eBay with questions.

 

Please note my 100% feedback rating on eBay.

 

Thank you, but I'm not interested in any trades.


I've described the vehicle as accurately as possible so you know what you're getting when bidding. Please note my 100% positive feedback rating. I like to make sure any deal goes smoothly without any surprises for either party. The vehicle is located in Ozark, Missouri. Transport, titling and taxes are the responsibility of the buyer. I can hold the vehicle for up to 30 days while you arrange transport or pick-up. The vehicle is being sold as-is, where-is. Payment is due in full within 7 days.

 

Call Steve at 214-707-2030 or contact me through eBay with questions.

 


 

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Car Finders Group guarantees this description is accurate. However, the vehicle is being sold AS IS and WHERE IS. All questions should be asked before bidding. No delivery or warranty is expressed or implied. Car Finders Group can arrange delivery of the vehicle for an additional charge, or buyer can make arrangements for delivery. Full payment is due within 7 calendar days following the close of the auction. Buyer is responsible for paying all applicable taxes and fees associated with title transfer.? This vehicle is being advertised elsewhere and could be sold at anytime.

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Jill Wagner retired as Mercury spokeswoman

Wed, 17 Nov 2010

Jill Wagner has officially given up her crown as the queen of Mercury. With the Ford middle child on its way to the scrap heap, Wagner no longer has any automotive hardware to promote. Given her varied talents, we wouldn't be surprised to see her pick up where she left off with another automaker.
And here you thought you'd never be upset about Mercury's passing.
Thanks for the tip, Gregg!

Junkyard Gem: 2007 Mercury Mariner Hybrid

Sat, Dec 19 2020

Once hybrid vehicles from Honda and Toyota proved to work well in the real world of American streets during the early 2000s, other U.S.-market manufacturers climbed aboard the gasoline-electric bandwagon. Ford introduced the Escape Hybrid for the 2005 model year and sales proved quite strong; its Mercury-badged sibling, the Mariner Hybrid, appeared the following year. The Mariner Hybrid never induced many vehicle shoppers to sign on the line which is dotted, despite gasoline prices going absolutely ape in 2008, though it remained available all the way through the Mercury brand's 2010 demise. Here's one of those rare trucks, found in a Denver-area yard last month. The Escape/Mariner Hybrids got amazing fuel economy for tall, truck-shaped machines, though the serious penny-pinchers with long commutes skipped anything built in the 21st century and began driving up the prices of the once-scorned Geo Metro XFi, gas-sipping champion of the previous decade. The Mercury brand was on the ropes by this time, with not much to distinguish the once-distinctive Mercury machines from their near-identical Ford counterparts. The 1999-2002 Cougar was the last Mercury sold here with no twin brothers over in the Ford showrooms. I do see the occasional Escape Hybrid in places like this, though such gas-saving small SUVs tend to retain their value well enough that it takes a crash to retire one. This Mariner Hybrid hit something hard and either flipped on its side or scraped a guardrail for some distance. The airbags deployed and, presumably, spared the occupants from serious injury. That's the good news. The bad news is that fixing this kind of damage to a 13-year-old vehicle made by a defunct brand just isn't worth it to insurance companies, hybrid-electric powertrain or not. We can assume that the battery pack lives on in another Escape/Mariner. Navigation, Bluetooth, and other features that were considered pretty slick in 2007. This truck was in pretty good shape until the very end. Jill Wagner proved that you can bury a Mercury emblem in volcanic soil and it will grow into a brand-new Mariner Hybrid. That's how science works! You can go to the same field and tap on a Mercury emblem, if you want to get a regular gasoline Mariner. Featured Gallery Junked 2007 Mercury Mariner Hybrid View 20 Photos Auto News Green Mercury Automotive History Crossover SUV Hybrid mercury mariner mercury mariner hybrid Junkyard Gems

NHTSA investigating 500k Ford and Mercury cars for lighting failures

Mon, Apr 6 2015

The Ford Crown Victoria and Mercury Grand Marquis might be long gone as new models in showrooms, but the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration might check them out yet again for a potential problem. At the urging of North Carolina Consumers Council, the agency may open another investigation into the front lighting control module on vehicles from the 2003-2005 model years, and NHTSA estimates the issue could affect 517,945 vehicles. If the module stops working, it can cause a complete failure of all forward lighting, including the headlights. NHTSA previously investigated the issue in 2008 and 2009 but found no need for a recall, according to Bloomberg. Ford also extended the warranty on the part to 15 years or 250,000 miles. To prompt this new request, the North Carolina Consumers Council received a letter from a woman experiencing the module's failure. Upon further investigation, the council found 604 complaints of this problem on NHTSA's website, including seven crashes. Furthermore, the group has alleged that dealers told customers that the parts to perform the replacement weren't available, despite the extended warranty. According to the government agency, "A defect petition has been opened to evaluate the issue and make a grant or deny decision." Ford spokesperson Kelli Felker tells Autoblog via email, "We will cooperate with NHTSA, as we always do." You can read the council's complete letter to the Feds in PDF format, here. INVESTIGATION Subject : Loss of headlamp/exterior lighting Date Investigation Opened: APR 01, 2015 Date Investigation Closed: Open NHTSA Action Number: DP15002 Component(s): EXTERIOR LIGHTING All Products Associated with this Investigation Vehicle Make Model Model Year(s) FORD CROWN VICTORIA 2003-2005 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS 2003-2005 Details Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company SUMMARY: The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received a petition from the North Carolina Consumers Council, Inc. requesting a defect investigation of an alleged defect condition resulting in headlight and/or exterior lighting failure on 2003-2005 Ford Crown Victoria and Mercury Grand Marquis vehicles. The petition letter is attached for review. The petitioner alleges a defect in the lighting control module that powers the headlights which can result in the loss of vehicle headlights and/or all exterior lighting while driving. ODI has previously investigated this issue under PE08-066 which was closed without a defect finding.