1957 Desoto Firesweep Like New 19,000 Original Miles

Contact SellerSee our other listingsPrint this listing1957 Desoto Firesweep Like New 19. 00 Original Miles Year Make Model VIN 1957 DeSoto All Models 58032379 Mileage Transmission Engine Exterior Color 19955 Automatic 8 Cylinder. 5. 2 L Black Interior Color Title     Red Clear     PhotosContact Us The San Diego Collection
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1957

Desoto

Firesweep

 

Fabulous Fins of the 50's

 

325 V8

Push Button Trans

Great Cruiser

 

 

 

 

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While the Firesweep featured DeSotos signature tailfins. the front clip (the front section. forward of the firewall) was based on the Dodge Coronet. The most telling feature was the headlight design. housed under heavily chromed lids typical of Dodge. Firesweep grilles were similar to those on other contemporary DeSoto models.  

The Firesweep could seat six passengers and was available as a four-door sedan. five-door station wagon. two-door coupé. and two-door convertible. Depending on the body style. Firesweeps weighed between 3. 60 and 3. 80 lb. Power was provided by Chryslers 361 V8 overhead valve engine capable of 295 hp at 4. 00 rpm. A three-speed manual transmission was standard and an optional TorqueFlite automatic transmission was also available. The majority of 1959 Firesweeps were equipped with the automatic transmission. In 1957. the DeSoto Firesweep was powered by the Dodge Poly 325 V8 with a 2bbl Stromberg down draft carburetor. The 325 was basically a detuned polyspherical combustion chambered version of the Dodge Red Ram 325 Hemi.

The base price of the Firesweep (1957) was US$3. 69 and it was offered in one and two-tone exterior finishes. Features included power steering. power brakes. dashboard clock. push-button radio and whitewall tires.

The ’57 Firesweep Sportsman you see here is said to be a 19. 14 ORIGINAL mile car that has been with the same family for nearly its entire life. The gentleman we purchased the car from bought it from the grandson of the original owner. The interior is all original with the exception of new carpet. The plastic seat covers are even on the seats! . We have no reason to believe that this isn’t a true. 19k mile car. From the functional AM radio to the rear view mirror actually staying in place to the blinkers that cancel when the steering wheel turns. the car functions just like it did in 1957. You rarely find these cars with all of the above working.

The paint is new and in wonderful condition. Finished in the original color of black. there has been red added to the lower section that looks great and really sets the car off. During the repaint. the car was stripped to bare metal and resprayed. This is a very straight and solid car with all of the door closing as they should with good gaps. The stainless trim all looks original and in very good condition with only some very minor pitting and scratches. Nothing notable showing anywhere. The front and rear bumpers were both rechromed during the restoration as well as the taillights. The top section of the two piece front bumper is still original and was not rechromed.

Inside. it appears that new carpet is the only thing that has ever been replaced. The original perforated fiberboard headliner is in nearly perfect condition and shows the originality of the car. The front and rear bench seats are covered with plastic seat covers and look nearly perfect. The dash appears to have never been painted and shows a bit of discoloration around the radio. which is expected from the age. The steering wheel is solid and shows no cracking. Door panels are nearly perfect with on notable wear.

Under the hood. the 325 Cu In V8 runs great and starts with a turn of the key. The motor has been repainted and looks great. The engine compartment is very clean and looks as good as it did when the car rolled off the showroom floor.

In the trunk you will find the original style matting as well as a full size spare and jack. The wheels have been replaced with true chrome wire wheels that are wrapped with brand new bias ply wide white wall tires. The current mileage shows 19. 55 and is said to be actual for the car.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

If you have any question please feel free to email or call us toll free at 1-866-308-8023. David can be reached at 1-619-247-8341 anytime day or night. We welcome a personal or a third party inspection of this vehicle at anytime during the ten day auction. Inspections must take place prior to bidding or submitting offers. Ebay bidding is a legal contract not an offer for first rights of refusal if you bid you bought it. Deposits must be made within 48 hours. final payment is due within 5 days unless other arrangements have been made with the seller. vehicle must be paid in full prior to car leaving.   The vehicle is sold as. s with no warranty. No guarantees written or implied. Buyer is responsible for all shipping cost.

While the Firesweep featured DeSotos signature tailfins. the front clip (the front section. forward of the firewall) was based on the Dodge Coronet. The most telling feature was the headlight design. housed under heavily chromed lids typical of Dodge. Firesweep grilles were similar to those on other contemporary DeSoto models.  

The Firesweep could seat six passengers and was available as a four-door sedan. five-door station wagon. two-door coupé. and two-door convertible. Depending on the body style. Firesweeps weighed between 3. 60 and 3. 80 lb. Power was provided by Chryslers 361 V8 overhead valve engine capable of 295 hp at 4. 00 rpm. A three-speed manual transmission was standard and an optional TorqueFlite automatic transmission was also available. The majority of 1959 Firesweeps were equipped with the automatic transmission. In 1957. the DeSoto Firesweep was powered by the Dodge Poly 325 V8 with a 2bbl Stromberg down draft carburetor. The 325 was basically a detuned polyspherical combustion chambered version of the Dodge Red Ram 325 Hemi.

The base price of the Firesweep (1957) was US$3. 69 and it was offered in one and two-tone exterior finishes. Features included power steering. power brakes. dashboard clock. push-button radio and whitewall tires.

The ’57 Firesweep Sportsman you see here is said to be a 19. 14 ORIGINAL mile car that has been with the same family for nearly its entire life. The gentleman we purchased the car from bought it from the grandson of the original owner. The interior is all original with the exception of new carpet. The original plastic seat covers are even still on the seats! You can be the first one to unwrap this mint upholstery. We have no reason to believe that this isn’t a true. 19k mile car. From the functional AM radio to the rear view mirror actually staying in place to the blinkers that cancel when the steering wheel turns. the car functions just like it did in 1957. You rarely find these cars with all of the above working.

The paint is new and in wonderful condition. Finished in the original color of black. there has been red added to the lower section that looks great and really sets the car off. During the repaint. the car was stripped to bare metal and resprayed. This is a very straight and solid car with all of the door closing as they should with good gaps. The stainless trim all looks original and in very good condition with only some very minor pitting and scratches. Nothing notable showing anywhere. The front and rear bumpers were both rechromed during the restoration as well as the taillights. The top section of the two piece front bumper is still original and was not rechromed.

Inside. it appears that new carpet is the only thing that has ever been replaced. The original perforated fiberboard headliner is in nearly perfect condition and shows the originality of the car. The front and rear bench seats are covered with plastic seat covers and look nearly perfect. The dash appears to have never been painted and shows a bit of discoloration around the radio. which is expected from the age. The steering wheel is solid and shows no cracking. Door panels are nearly perfect with on notable wear.

Under the hood. the 325 Cu In V8 runs great and starts with a turn of the key. The motor has been repainted and looks great. The engine compartment is very clean and looks as good as it did when the car rolled off the showroom floor.

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This vehicle is being sold as is. where is with no warranty. expressed written or implied. The seller shall not be responsible for the correct description. authenticity. genuineness. or defects herein. and makes no warranty in connection therewith. No allowance or set aside will be made on account of any incorrectness. imperfection. defect or damage. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle. and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value and to bid based upon that judgement solely. The seller shall and will make every reasonable effort to disclose any known defects associated with this vehicle at the buyer's request prior to the close of sale. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs regardless of any oral statements about the vehicle.

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A Non-refundable 25% deposit must be received within 48 hours of auction end or buyer must call to make special arrangments/ down payment  for deposits. Final payment must be received during the next 5 WORKING DAYS. Payment can be made by Cashier's Check. Money Order or by Bank Wire Transfer Funds must be cleared before car leaves our establishment Cashiers checks must clear for ten days as well  unless verified by the bank. Wire tranfer normally clear within a 1-2 days and car is available for pick upon confirmation of Funds received.  Any questions call please call 619-667-3136. Bid with the confidence of a good investment! The San Diego Collection will be happy to answer any questions on this item. send more specific pictures. etc. to ensure a comfort level to the bidders. We would also like to invite you or a third party out to come inspect any one of our vehicles. An auction bid is a contract. If you bid on a No Reserve auction or you are the high bidder and the reserve has been met. you own the item. The San Diego Collection reserves the right to raise or remove the reserve or cancel the auction at any time. This will not be done within the last 12 hours of the auction. nor will any bid retraction be accepted. All items are sold in an AS-IS. WHERE IS CONDITION. with NO WARRANTY implied or expressed. All sales are final. Once The San Diego Collection releases the item for shipping. it is the buyers responsibility to protect against any damages.

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