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0-60 mph came in 7.5 seconds, the quarter mile came in 15.5 seconds, and the top speed was a limited 117 mph. The numbers weren’t bad, but the older rear-drive Impala SS to which the Mercury Marauder was inevitably compared did 0-60 about a second faster and was the better car in most measures. But even though the Marauder was not quite as wild as its menacing name suggested, it’s still a neat sleeper sedan that’s more than fast enough to have fun with and, finished in black, makes whoever is sitting behind the wheel look like an FBI agent.
Damn right Impala SS was better. All is right with the world. No wonder they sold so many. They had better performance than the Marauder almost 10 years earlier!
Rating system:
Condition #1 vehicles are the best in the world. The visual image is of the best vehicle, in the right colors, driving onto the lawn at the finest concours. Perfectly clean, the vehicle has been groomed down to the tire treads. Painted and chromed surfaces are mirror-like. Dust and dirt are banned, and materials used are correct and superbly fitted. The one word description for #1 vehicles is "concours."
#2 vehicles could win a local or regional show. They can be former #1 vehicles that have been driven or have aged. Seasoned observers will have to look closely for flaws, but will be able to find some not seen by the general public. The paint, chrome, glass and finishes will all appear as excellent. No excessive smoke will be seen on startup, no unusual noises will emanate from the engine. The vehicle will drive as a new vehicle of its era would. The one word description for #2 vehicles is "excellent."
#3 vehicles could possess some, but not all of the issues of a #4 vehicle, but they will be balanced by other factors such as a fresh paint job or a new, correct interior where applicable. #3 vehicles drive and run well, but might have some incorrect parts. These vehicles are not used for daily transportation but are ready for a long tour without excuses, and the casual passerby will not find any visual flaws. "Good" is the one word description of a #3 vehicle.
#4 vehicles are daily drivers, with flaws visible to the naked eye. The chrome might have pitting or scratches, the windshield might be chipped. Paintwork is imperfect, and perhaps the body has a minor dent. Split seams or a cracked dash, where applicable, might be present. No major parts are missing, but the wheels could differ from the originals, or other non- stock additions might be present. A #4 vehicle can also be a deteriorated restoration. "Fair" is the one word that describes a #4 vehicle.
03 Marauder
#1 Concours
$29,400
#2 Excellent
$22,100
#3 Good
$17,400
#4 Fair
$11,600
96 Impala SS
#1 Concours
$31,200
#2 Excellent
$21,200
#3 Good
$15,100
#4 Fair
$9,500