Pick up dates, times are open, so is drop off time and. Highperformance sierras and merkurs 198390 gold portfolio brooklands books. Informationincludedhereincanbeconsideredmerelyaguideandisfor. When determining a value for a daily driver, it is recommended that the subscriber use the low retail value. This manual covers all 1985 1989 merkur xr4ti models and includes all updates. Free black book market values for buying, selling, or tradeins. The merkur scorpio is an automobile that was sold by the merkur subbrand of the lincolnmercury division of ford. The cars were fast and sportylooking, but also expensive.
The merkur xr4ti flew over from europe like a missionary. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from millions of 1989 xr4ti models in phoenix. No single factor was responsible for the discontinuation of the merkur xr4ti. Msrp, dealer invoice price and costtoown data for new merkur xr4ti 2d hatchback. Choose mileage and options to get your 1989 merkur xr4ti 3 door hatchback turbo book value and price. Get instant price details on the market value of the 1989 nissan pulsar nx. A merkur azert alakult meg lohalalaban a gazdasagi bizottsag 1963. Merkur scorpio xr4ti technical library check here for answers to common questions, problems and modifications.
Never stricken with not invented here syndrome, lutz would go on to federalize other nonamerican cars for sale in. The entire family drives xr4ti amongst all of us we own 23 of them. A total of 42,464 xr4tis made it across the ocean from 1985 to 1989. It was the first vehicle sold by merkur, followed in 1988 by the merkur scorpio. Apr 08, 2015 this feature is not available right now. This factory information shows you how to repair your vehicle. Bob lutz decided that a mercurybadged ford sierra with a turbocharged pinto engine would be just the ticket for stealing bmw customers. Used 1989 merkur xr4ti 3 door hatchback turbo mileage. Will need a winch to load on trailer, but does steer and tires hold air. Even the 1988 addition of the merkur scorpio luxury sedan to the brands lineup did little to boost xr4ti sales, which plummeted to just 2,870 units in 1989, the cars final year.
Fords track record of selling european cars in the states, through both their own and lincolnmercury dealerships, had been pretty solid. Roadwire leather seats for mercury merkur xr4ti 8689 2dr. We do our own mechanical work and this makes for a great hobby. In an effort to increase sales of the brand alongside the xr4ti, the scorpio allowed lincolnmercury to compete against european executive cars, including the audi 100, bmw. Get instant price details on the market value of the 1989 merkur xr4ti. A product of the ford motor company, the car was a version of the european ford sierra xr4i adapted to us regulations. This time it was fitted not to a scorpio, but a 1989. Initially projecting 15,00020,000 yearly sales for merkur, only 26,000 xr4tis were sold in. By 1989, the merkur scorpio rivaled the lincoln town car in price, despite its strong. Furthermore, any performance deficiencies were largely nullified by the 1989 taurus sho. Four grand for this, or a nearly clappedout commuter car. Jul 23, 2012 the merkur xr4ti is actually a rebadged ford sierra handbuilt in germany for the european market and then ford vp bob maximum lutz convinced the brass at ford to import the cars to north america from 1985 1989 making it a short lived experiment.
Find out what theyre like to drive, and what problems they have. To much maintenance to keep it going sometimes but its well worth it most of the time. A product of the ford motor company, the car was a version o. We offer a large selection of aftermarket 1989 merkur xr4ti auto parts and more, at discount prices. I used to be very active in the merkur community back in the late 1990s to the early 2000s. Get the best deals on parts for merkur xr4ti when you shop the. This is the site that is added to weekly, check out the latest in merkur knowldge. Classics on autotrader has listings for new and used 1989 merkur xr4ti classics for sale near you.
This 89, which i found on half price day in a denver yard, is the first scorpio ive seen anywhere in at least five years. Check out sixfoot7 1989 merkur xr4ti in uniondale,ny for ride specification, modification info and photos and follow sixfoot7s 1989 merkur xr4ti for updates at cardomain. Sales dropped off very rapidly after 1986, so that in its last year fewer than 3,000 xr4tis were sold. On those occasions when youre going to get merkur parts, it makes sense to find the highestranked parts and components you can buy and if you stick with partsgeek youll get the best prices anywhere, and our firstrate order fulfillment. Msrp, dealer invoice price and costtoown data for new merkur xr4ti. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from millions of 1988 xr4ti models nationwide. Following a tradition that included the detomaso pantera and mercury capri, fords occasional forays into selling a. While most of its direct competition in europe was moving toward frontwheeldrive, ford stuck with rearwheeldrive when it replaced the cortina with the sierra. Join millions of people using oodle to find unique used cars for sale, certified preowned car listings, and new car classifieds. The merkur scorpio, however, was a totally different approach, and. The only thing is that you will find youself working on this car every month until the car is completely restored. Bring a trailer auctions is the best place to buy and sell vintage and classic vehicles porsche, bmw, land rover, and more. Rockauto ships auto parts and body parts from over 300 manufacturers to customers doors worldwide, all at warehouse prices. Check out nzwinrz 1989 merkur xr4ti in richardson,tx for ride specification, modification info and photos and follow nzwinrzs 1989 merkur xr4ti for updates at cardomain.
Merkur dealers product guide 1984 1985 facts book xr4ti 1986. The merkur xr4ti is a highperformance 3door hatchback sold in north america from 1985 to 1989. Nos 1985 1989 merkur xr4ti hood latch assembly e5ry16700b 8889 scorpio new. Lost cars of the 1980s merkur xr4ti hemmings daily.
Msrp, dealer invoice price and costtoown data for new nissan pulsar nx. Ive been really torn on selling it for a long time now but its time to move on and i will still have my first xr. Heated seats, ac, power windows, cruise control, sun roof. Join millions of people using oodle to find unique car parts, used trucks, used atvs, and other commercial vehicles for sale. Furthermore, it will be assumed that you have inspected this vehicle fully if you have placed the bid or sent in your deposit. History of the 19851989 merkur xr4ti following a tradition that included the detomaso pantera and mercury capri, fords occasional forays into selling a european product in its various u. Merkur automobiles offered commendable performance for the time along with a quality luxury interior. The xr4ti project was championed by ford vice president bob lutz. Get the best deals on vintage parts for merkur xr4ti when you shop the largest online selection. The merkur xr4ti experimental racing, 4 series, turbo, advanced injection system was a shortlived united states and canadianmarket version of the european ford sierra xr4i. Merkur xr4tis for sale used cars and vehicles on oodle.
Nos ford 1985 1989 merkur xr4ti lower control arm front bushing kit e8ry5a486a fits. Aug 04, 2012 the xr4ti s stock turbo pinto engine has been replaced by a chevy lt1 5. Learn all about the turbocharged european car in this special buyers guide feature from the experts at motor trend. Hellner karoly vezerigazgato 1989ben igy osszegezte a. Nos 1985 1989 merkur xr4ti rear axle locking plate. The transmission is unfortunately some kind of slushbox from a camaro and is mated to a toyota supra rear end.
It was the brainchild of then ford vice president bob lutz. Whenever you need to buy merkur parts, its good sense to seek out the highestranked performance and oem parts you can find and if you get parts from you will find the lowest prices online or offline, and our the very best in customer service. Merkur mercury is a defunct automobile brand that was marketed by the lincoln mercury division of ford motor company from 1985 to 1989. Welcome to the official merkur encyclopedia, widely imitated and copied, but never improved. Board index the club lounge faq frequently asked questions. A midsize luxury car, the scorpio was developed as the flagship model line of merkur, sold from 1988 to 1989. Merkur produces popular automobiles, and they are often seen on americas roadways. Find great deals on ebay for merkur xr4ti and merkur xr4ti for sale. Get the best deals on vintage parts for merkur xr4ti when you shop the largest online selection at. Custom modded 185 whp 1989 merkur xr4ti for sale or trade in buy this burgundy 2door hatchback. Great german rear wheel drive turbo sport coupe my merkur xr4ti is a blast to drive the xr4ti is an affordable german turbo car my manual 5 speed xr gets 24 mpg in daily driving and 28 30 on highway only trips. Buy 1989 merkur xr4ti auto parts online or call us at 8888443393 and order today. The hagerty classic car valuation tool is designed to help you learn how to value your 1989 merkur scorpio and assess the current state of the classic car market.
An overhead console with information center and automatic climate control were both standard, and heated front seats were added to 1989 models. Find 1989 merkur xr4ti recalls information, reported by the nhtsa, and we will help you find a nearby service center where you can get your car fixed. Jun 10, 20 sales fell to 7,352 units in 1987 and 6,283 units in 1988. May 26, 2016 standard on all merkur scorpios were the expected power windows, power locks, power mirrors, tiltandtelescoping steering wheel, and cruise control, to name a few. Get instant price details on the market value of the 1988 merkur xr4ti 2d hatchback. Its one of the first times detroit tried to take on bmw, and its also one of the first hot european cars big three shoppers got to sample.
Its time to part ways with one of my last two and second longest owned. Ive been really torn on selling it for a long time now but i. Considering that the cars didnt do so well when new, maybe. With stepbystep instructions, clear pictures, exploded view illustrations, schematics, and specifications, you will have the information you need to get your project on the road and keep it there. The seller of todays nice price or crack pipe xr4ti describes it being as new. Popular merkur models ram truck 1500 ford f150 chevrolet silverado 1500 ford edge. The hagerty classic car valuation tool is designed to help you learn how to value your 1987 merkur xr4ti and assess the current state of the classic car market. Today, the 19851989 merkur xr4ti remains an oftenforgotten piece of automotive history. Shop 1989 merkur xr4ti vehicles for sale in phoenix, az at cars. While the merkur xr4ti a rebadged ford sierra xr4i sold well enough that most of us have seen one, the other merkur a rebadged ford scorpio flopped miserably and sank without leaving much of a trace.