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BaT Find: As-New '1978 Mercury Grand Marquis
In the summer of 1978, downsizing loomed for Ford and Chrysler's full-size cars, leading some buyers to invest in what were widely (and correctly) viewed as the last of Detroit's truly huge land yachts. Built at the end of the model run, this …