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Title: Ubb72 Mercury Derby by Coachcraft 1939
Post by: mekubb on March 13, 2013, 07:30:33 PM
When was this convertible introduced and who designed it ?
Title: Re: Ubb72
Post by: mekubb on March 20, 2013, 02:11:55 PM
Next level
Title: Re: Ubb72
Post by: RayTheRat on March 20, 2013, 03:00:16 PM
It looks like a 1940 Mercury sport custom by Darrin.
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Post by: fyreline on March 20, 2013, 03:15:49 PM
While it does have a certain "Darrin" Look to it, this 1939/40 Mercury is actually the first vehicle custom built by California's Coachcraft. It was built for Hollywood socialite Paul Planette.
Title: Re: Ubb72
Post by: mekubb on March 20, 2013, 03:26:19 PM
Quote from: fyreline on March 20, 2013, 03:15:49 PM
While it does have a certain "Darrin" Look to it, this 1939/40 Mercury is actually the first vehicle custom built by California's Coachcraft. It was built for Hollywood socialite Paul Planette.
Yes, my source calls it a 1939 Mercury Derby by Coachcraft. A point for you !