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1961 DeSoto Adventure 2 dr. hard top, 6,072 actual mi. Asking Price $47,900

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Year:

1961

Make:

DeSoto

Model:

Adventure

Body Style:

2dr

Engine:

361

Transmission:

Torque Flite

Vin Number:

G113112

Mileage:

6,072 actual

Exterior Color:

White

Interior Color:

Red/blk/wht

Comments:

1929-1960, the history of the DeSoto was founded by Walter Chrysler, Aug. 4th, 1928 and introduced for the 1929 model year. It was named after the Spanish explorer Hernando DeSoto Chrysler wanted to enter the brand in competition with its arch rivals GM and Studebaker Willys-Knight in the mid-class priced vehicles. Shortly after DeSoto was introduced, Chrysler completed its purchase of the Dodge bothers, giving the company 2 mid priced makes. 31 yrs. later, by the time the 1961 DeSoto was introduced in the fall of 1960, rumors were wide spread that Chrysler was moving towards terminating the brand. Fueled by a reduction in model offerings, for the 1960 model year, the final decision to discontinue DeSoto was announced on Nov. 30th, 1960, just 47 days after the 1961 models were introduced. Total production for the 61 models was 3,034 total units, 2,123 4dr sedans and only 911 2dr hard tops. The last of the "Tail Fin era". This DeSoto carries beautiful distinctive body lines that flow with flair and style. This particular car has been with the orig. owner for most of it's entire life. Originally from Spencer Iowa, 6,072 actual miles, fully documented with orig. window sticker and every registration since new. The vehicle changed hands approx. 5 yrs ago. A private collector picked it up who has been a fan of the early Chrysler, Dodge and DeSoto cars since childhood, and has acquired quite a collection to date. Always stored in a climate controlled environment, this vehicle has a "B" series wedge engine with a 361 cu. in. displacement. A 90 degree over head calve V8 that delivers 265hp. @ barrel Stromberg down draft carb., compression ratio 9.0L1 hydraulic valve lifters, 12 volt system, 3 spd. automatic Torque Flite, dash board-mounted push button. The option on this car are Bask Group, deluxe steering wheel, roof moulding pkg., padded instrument panel, complete Solex glass. Only 1 of 911 every built. Show quality finish re painted in 2009. Completely orig. body panels, no rust or repairs made, beautiful perfect orig. chrome bumpers, trim, stainless and bright work. Mirror finish paint with perfect aligning doors, hood and rear deck lid. Perfect orig. Soley glass, 18' long masterpiece of a very orig. example. The untouched orig. red/blk plaid style interior handsomely complements the classic white exterior with no wear what so ever. Factory am radio, clock, dash mounted rear view mirror. Nothing faded or cracked, orig. docs in glove box. 2 broadcast sheets, no cracks in the orig. steering wheel. The instrument cluster is brilliant and like new. The engine bay is completely original, #'s match motor that purrrs like a kitten. This untouched, original time capsule is like it just rolled off the show room in 1960. Nicely detailed, orig. intake, carb, generator, radiator, windshield washer bag, solid inner fenders no rust or issues under the hood. PS, PB, this car drives like a dream! Mechanically maintained and driven only a few miles each yr. to exercise its legs. Beautiful orig. under carriage, complete new exhaust system, regularly maintained brakes and fuel system. Factory under coating with no signs of any rust in the floor pans. Inside the trunk is clean and all original. Orig. spare, and jack. Here is your chance to own one of the finest examples of an extremely low mileage, well preserved car of it's time. Investment quality and one of the last DeSotos that has less than 50% left in existence, and 10% in this condition. Surely, its presence makes a statement with its signature tail fins and sleek body lines. No bones about it it, you're riding in style, reminiscent of an era gone by.

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