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As featured in the (current) Sept 2017 issue of Classic American Magazine<br />
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PX + Cash considered please see bottom of listing. <br />
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This original, desirable and rare 1953 DeSoto is a true collectors car, in fantastic original condition, the vehicle has received a full recent service, an overhaul of the original 6v electrical system, all serviceable suspension units including king pins and bushes, new "American Classic - Radial - cross ply look" tyres and finally a full brake service. <br />
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The engine runs like a dream, she stops on a dime, all gauges work as does the original valve AM radio. <br />
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Numbers matching original Hemi V8 engine, sounds smooth and glides the car effortlessly at cruising speeds. <br />
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Gearbox is the original DeSoto Automatic 2 speed with O/D an operates as it should for a car of this age. <br />
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This splendid-looking left-hand drive Desoto Firedome is a 1953 Club Coupe that"s finished in Arizona Beige which is the original colour it left the factory in and trimmed with brown cloth, which is all original..<br />
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During it"s 20 years in the UK it has won numerous awards, including two "Car of the Show"s", and featured in various magazine and newspaper articles such as "Classic American 1989" and "Cumbria Life 2012".<br />
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Evidently beginning life in California in the care of a Southern Pacific railway engineer, who clocked up 47,000 miles by 1977. It then had one more American owner being a Museum who clocked up a further 3000 miles before crossing the Atlantic in 1988. The previous owner believes that `Miss Desi" is the only DeSoto of its type in Europe and one of only seven left in existence - the others having all remained in their native USA. This information is based on information provided by the Desoto Owners Club. <br />
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The history file is outstanding having many original documents such as sales leaflets, invoices, certificates of show wins, manually recorded ledgers etc etc <br />
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Model History<br />
The DeSoto brand was marketed by Chrysler between 1928 and 1961. It was named after the Spanish explorer Hernando de Soto and the products were pitched against the mid-class offerings of General Motors, Studebaker and Willys-Knight. The Firedome model was introduced in 1952 and for 1953 replaced the Custom as the brand"s top-of-the-range model. It was available in Saloon, Station Wagon, Convertible and Coupe guises and powered by a 4525cc (276ci) Hemi V8 engine that drove through a four-speed automatic gearbox. The engine"s output of 160bhp was sufficient to launch the Firedome to 60mph in 15.5 seconds and on to 100mph. Prices in period started at $2,740 and some 64,211 examples were produced during 1953.<br />
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Interior & Equipment<br />
The brown stripe cloth interior is completely original as are the door cards, carpets and roof lining, the condition is A1 it still looks as new there is no deterioration what so ever. The original steering wheel, switches, clocks and gauges are all perfect its stunning throughout.<br />
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Exterior<br />
The bodywork and paint are to die for. Still in its original colour of Arizona Beige, she was given a full repaint during 1984/85 and the paintwork looks like it was only done yesterday. The original brightwork, decals and glass are near perfect. This car is a multi show winner at some of the largest events in the UK but she is not a trailer queen it drives to every event the way it should be..... perfect.<br />
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Wheels, Tyres & Brakes<br />
The wheels are all original and in A1 condition. The original trims support the emblem of Hernando Desoto who was the Spaniard that discovered the Mississippi River, his name was given to the car brand.<br />
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Engine & Transmission<br />
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This engine has its place in History being of the unique efficient Hemi design, it was the worlds most powerful and efficient engine of its time. The all original matching numbers engine is in superb order having been so regularly maintained and with such low miles. The unique original gearbox operates with ease its a true pleasure to drive, she sounds fantastic and pulls strong.<br />
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This splendid-looking left-hand drive Desoto Firedome is a 1953 Club Coupe that"s finished in Arizona Beige which is the original colour it left the factory in and trimmed with brown cloth, which is all original...<br />
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During it"s 20 years in the UK it has won numerous awards, including two "Car of the Show"s", and featured in various magazine and newspaper articles such as "Classic American 1989" and "Cumbria Life 2012".<br />
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Evidently beginning life in California in the care of a Southern Pacific railway engineer, who clocked up 47,000 miles by 1977.? It then had one more American owner being a Museum who clocked up a further 3000 miles before crossing the Atlantic in 1988.? The previous owner ?believes that `Miss Desi" is the only DeSoto of its type in Europe and one of only seven left in existence - the others having all remained in their native USA.<br />
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The history file is outstanding having many original documents such as sales leaflets, invoices, certificates of show wins, manually recorded ledgers. <br />
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I respectfully request only serious buyers get in touch, viewing is strongly recommended. <br />
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I can assist with National and International shipping by liaising with your transport courier or shipping agent. <br />
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Local delivery within 20 miles of Lyndhurst, Hampshire - free of charge, including free delivery to the port/docks in Southampton. <br />
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If you are just interested in the car or more pictures, or don"t have the money, storage, permission from your significant other etc... please don"t request details just come and say hello at a show, and I"ll be happy to show you the car and talk you through it. <br />
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Includes original bill of sale and build sheet amongst reams of historic paperwork. <br />
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To arrange a viewing please email; [email protected]/* */ <br />
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PX + cash considered for V8 - 2 door only, up together, straight and registered - traditional/original 30"s hotrod, 40"s Coupe with V8, 50"s Shoebox Ford or pre 67" Mustang or VERY similar. <br />
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Sorry not interested in PX"ing for anything modern or 3-4k projects. <br />
Date written: 21-Aug-2017
Price: £22000 Offers invited
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