| 1962 Mercury
Comet Extra-Value Features |
For '62 Mercury Comet offers
numerous extra-value features to make your driving more enjoyable...more
economical. For example, you'll find these self-service features in every
Mercury Comet:
- Oil and filter change now extended to 6,000 miles, 50% more than
previous
- New extended-life anti-rust antifreeze coolant
- Vacuum-throttle valve control for automatic transmission
- Galvanized major underbody parts
- Super-Enamel finish with all-over rust protection
- Rubber boot-type seals to protect ball joints
- Rubber splash shield for generator
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| Seat belt anchors are welded to the floor
for quick, easy installation of front seat belts should you desire them.
There are also locators for rear seat-belt hardware. Seat belts are
optional at extra cost. |
Vacuum-powered windshield wipers that
operate in tandem...overlap to clear the center area for greater
visibility. Two-speed electric windshield wipers are available at a slight
extra cost. |
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| Comet's trunk has been increased by 1.3
cubic feet to almost 30 cubic feet, more than twice the luggage capacity
some compacts offer. |
The '62 Mercury Comet features extra
amounts of body insulation for lower sound level and greater passenger
comfort. |
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Choose from two six cylinder engines - the standard
Comet "6" at 144 cubic inches and 85 horsepower, or the optional Comet 170
"6" at 170 cubic inches and 101 horsepower. Both engines operate on
regular fuel, delivering high economy with spirited performance.
3-speed manual transmission is standard on all
models. Merc-O-Matic has a fully automatic single-stage torque converter
with an automatic planetary gear system. Merc-O-Matic is optional on all
models. |
| Comet Specifications |
| Comet Sedans Wheelbase: 114"
Length: 194.8" |
Comet Station Wagons Wheelbase:
109.5"
Length: 191.8" |
