Join me for an exclusive tour of the astronomical 1951 Mercury Coupe “Mercurius GTC,” a custom car that’s out of this world. I caught up with this stellar showstopper at the 2025 Detroit Autorama, and I’m thrilled to share its incredible story and details with you.
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As we begin our walkaround, the first thing that grabs your attention is the Mercurius GTC’s unique, tarnished sterling silver finish. This isn’t a mirror-like show car finish – instead, it’s a beautifully weathered, organic look that evokes the feeling of a vintage spacecraft or aircraft. The subtle, mottled texture of the silver finish gives the car a sense of depth and history, as if it’s been on countless intergalactic adventures.
As we step inside the Mercurius GTC, you’re immediately immersed in a world of aviation-inspired luxury. The custom interior is a masterpiece of design, with sleek, curved lines and precision-crafted details that evoke the cockpit of a high-performance aircraft. From the hand-stitched leather upholstery to the precision-machined aluminum trim, every element of the interior has been carefully crafted to create a truly unique driving experience.
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But what powers this cosmic cruiser? Under the hood, you’ll find a potent LS3 engine, precision-tuned to deliver a blistering, rocket-like burst of acceleration and power. With its lightweight, high-strength design and advanced computer controls, the LS3 is the perfect powerplant for this stellar showstopper. The Mercurius GTC’s custom wheels are a work of art in themselves, with intricate, curved spokes and precision-machined hubs that evoke the futuristic, high-tech aesthetic of a spacecraft. The wheels are shod in high-performance tires, carefully selected to provide the perfect balance of grip, handling, and ride quality.
