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Desoto S11 Custom Sedan 3.9 — 1948

A grand and stylish S11 postwar model in very good driver-quality condition. There are minor items to tidy up or improve at relatively low cost

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Lot Number
19740
Location
Fellingsbro

Estimated value
160 - 180 000 SEK
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"Beautiful lines and a powerful presence. Here you glide along with style and American dignity. Good condition throughout most areas, and everything in good working order with a few exceptions."

Description

Based on what we can trace from the accompanying documentation, this DeSoto spent its American years in the state of California, more specifically in the cities of Atwater and Dos Palos. The car was imported to Sweden in 2010. The current owner is the third in the chain of ownership and purchased the car in September 2012. The two previous owners in Sweden were located in the Örebro area. The car was repainted during its time in the USA with a good result that has held up well over the years. The current owner has made a number of improvements during their ownership, described below. There are a few things to address for those who wish to do so. This includes, among other things, refitting the heater unit and the original radio. The tires have significant dry rot and need to be replaced. Two new (read: old, unused) tires are included with the purchase. A number of other parts are also included in the purchase. The car was last inspected in June 2010.
Carfax Free history (8)

Technical data

Year
1948/1948
Registration date
2010-04-23
Mileage
92772 Miles
Registration Number
CGO811
Chassis Number
5925999
Kw / hp
80 / 109
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Transmission
Automatic
Interior finish
Plush
Colour
Metallic blue

Condition

  • Mechanical condition

    The engine and gearbox work satisfactorily, as do the brakes. The brakes have been partially restored over the years. Everything else is in working order technically, except that the fuel gauge and ammeter function unreliably. Working locks with two sets of keys.
    The engine bay is dirty and there is a fair amount of surface rust on the engine block. This also applies to certain parts of the undercarriage. Restored front suspension, brakes, and wiper motor. This was done recently.

  • Interior condition

    Excellent condition on all seat surfaces and backrests. Attractively patinated dashboard. Floor mats in good usable condition. The right front mat, however, is somewhat worn and soiled. The door sill trim is slightly worn with some cracks. Nice headliner, trim, and door panels.

  • Exterior condition

    The paint has a fine gloss. A paint job that has held up very well. There are a few stone chips and a minor dent on the hood. There is a nasty crack in the left windshield as well as in the right vent window. Newly re-chromed bumpers in very good condition. The other chrome details are also in good condition. Old, poor tires as previously mentioned.

  • General condition

    A very good overall impression. Minor items to address, depending on your level of ambition

MOT (tech. insp.)

Fordonsstatus: Itrafik 2010-04-23
Ursprungsbesiktning: 2010-04-12 (regbes)
Datum i trafik första gången: 2010-04-23 (480101)
Senast godkända besiktning: 2010-06-04
Besiktningsbefriad: Ja
Skattebefriad: Ja
Körförbud: Nej
Antal ägare: 3

Facts about the model

History of DeSoto

Founded in 1928 by Walter Chrysler, named after the Spanish explorer Hernando de Soto.
The brand was positioned in the mid-range segment between Dodge and the more expensive Chrysler marque.
The brand was created to compete with General Motors marques such as Oldsmobile and Pontiac.

The golden years: During the 1930s and 1950s, the brand was known for elegant design, and in 1956 it even outsold the parent company's Chrysler models.
A well-known model from the 1950s was the performance car DeSoto Adventurer.
The end: Due to declining sales and general cutbacks within Chrysler, the brand was discontinued in 1961.

Location and viewing Information

Location: Fellingsbro

For viewing the vehicle, contact the inspector/case manager:

Peter Forslund
+46 705 34 79 00
peter.forslund@bilwebauctions.se

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Collection must take place before: 2026-10-07.

NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.

Auction information

General information about the condition of the vehicles .
  • At this auction, many vehicles have been included in car collections and have been stored (mothballed) for a long time. For this reason, they are described from a collector's perspective and may need technical reviews and maintenance service - oil, battery replacement, new tires, brake review, etc. - before they can be used. .
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