"They just don't make them like they used to." said Forrest James as he pointed out various well detailed chrome moldings and trims on the sturdy body of his all original 2-door 1979 Mercury Marquis. The fourth generation (1979-1982) Mercury Marquis inherited the excellence of its fraternal siblings, the practical Ford LTD and more luxurious Lincoln Continental. The designers of the Marquis aimed to create a full-sized luxury sedan sturdy enough for aggressive daily driving. Read more.
1979 Mercury Marquis Photo Gallery
Photos by: D. Arredondo
