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FIREFLITE SPORTSMAN 330 HEMI FULL RESTORATION HI-FI RECORD PLAYER 1956 DESOTO
Sale price: $10,330.00 make an offer
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Date: 2014-01-26
Dale L Charpentier (from Kentwood, LA 70444) offered $9,500.00 usd
Price trends for this listing:
02.06.2013:
$11,762.00
Car location: Alvin, Texas, United States
Sale type: Fixed price listing
Technical specifications, photos and description:
- Year:
- 1956
- Mileage:
- 1
- Engine:
- 330 cubic inches v8 hemi 255hp
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FIREFLITE SPORTSMAN 330 HEMI FULL RESTORATION HI-FI RECORD PLAYER 1956 DESOTO for sale
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Vehicle Description
WOW!!! WHAT A CAR!!! FIREFLITE SPORTSMAN - SHELL PINK AND WHITE PAINT (ORIGINAL COLOR) - 330 HEMI - REBUILT DELUXE SEARCH TUNE RADIO - REBUILT 330 HEMI - REBUILT 2-SPEED POWERFLITE TRANSMISSION - UPGRADED 4-WHEEL DISC BRAKES - RECHROMED BUMPERS AND POLISHED TRIM - HIGHWAY HI-FI UNDERDASH 16-2/3 RPM RECORD PLAYER (UNRESTORED) - REBUILT DASH CLOCK - HARDENED VALVE SEATS FOR MODERN FUEL - DUAL EXHAUST WITH PERIOD CORRECT MUFFLERS - REBUILT REAR AXLE - NEW FRONT SUSPENSION - 2007 RESTORATION - VERY. VERY NICE VEHICLE - NOT MANY OF THESE LEFT (ESPECIALLY RESTORED CARS IN THIS CONDITION!) CALL US TODAY AND START COLLECTION COMPLIMENTS AND TROPHIES!
MOTOR TRENDS is very pleased to offer this STUNNING 1956 Desoto Fireflite Sportsman that was restored in 2004 and again in 2007. This car is an excellent driver and can be driven to all the local car shows you want. This is not a new 2013 rotisserie car (it would be priced around 70k). but a VERY well kept example of a nice. period correct restoration done in 2007. thus a VERY. VERY impressive car and a wonderful driver. This is an extremely well documented vehicle with pictures of the restoration process showing how nice the original car was before they started as well as how thorough they were in completing it. It comes with receipts. manuals. photos. and tons of other pertinent information. This car is definitely the one to win trophies and gain the admiration of car collectors everywhere!
HISTORY OF DESOTO:
The DeSoto (sometimes De Soto) was a brand of automobile based in the United States. manufactured and marketed by the now-defunct DeSoto Division of the Chrysler Corporation from 1928 to 1961. The DeSoto logo featured a stylized image of Hernando de Soto. The De Soto marque was officially dropped November 30. 1960. with over two million vehicles built since 1928.
The DeSoto make was founded by Walter Chrysler on August 4. 1928. and introduced for the 1929 model year. It was named after the Spanish explorer Hernando de Soto. Chrysler wanted to enter the brand in competition with its arch-rivals General Motors. Studebaker. and Willys-Knight. in the mid-price class.
POWERTRAIN:
330 cubic inches - Punched to 341 cubic inches. producing 255 horsepower. Rebuilt with modern reliability updates. i. e. Hardened valve seats (for modern fuel). Chrome Valve Covers. Rebuilt Powerflite 2-speed automatic transmission. Upgraded conversion to 4-wheel disc brakes.
EXTERIOR:
Pink Shell and White exterior (Original Colors). 15" Motor Wire Wheels with Wide Whitewall Tires. Rechromed Bumpers and polished trim.
INTERIOR/EQUIPMENT:
Refinished Rose and White vinyl interior. new carpet. Factory Deluxe Radio with modern transmitter conversion. Polk Audio front and rear speakers. Highway Hi-Fi under dash 16-2/3 rpm record player (Unrestored and not tested). nbsp; very elegant interior. accent lighting.
Pictures should help you make your decision. but I encourage you to contact me BEFORE you buy. so we can thoroughly discuss the car. and manage your expectations.
We ship vehicles world wide. Call us for a Quote! Trade-ins are always welcome at Motor Trends! We have excellent finance & warranty packages available to make your purchase easier! Don’t wait until the last minute only to find out this one is sold! Call now and let me end this listing for you!!
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About Motor Trends MOTOR TRENDS only inventories select. professionally chosen vehicles and we proudly offer them to our online clientele at a significant savings over traditional dealership used car "mega store" pricing. Each and every one of our vehicles goes through a rigorous inspection and thorough reconditioning process that will surely impress even the most discriminating buyers.
We at MOTOR TRENDS are proud of our excellent reputation with our local customers as well as our EBAY family and welcome any questions or comments about this or any of our other listings. Fee And Tax Information All sales are subject to a $125. 00 documentary fee. a Texas Vehicle Inventory Tax based at . 002403 of the purchase price. Ex. $10. 00 purchase = $24. 03 VIT Taxes. a $247 dealer service fee and state emission sticker fee of $40. 75. Texas residents pay 6. 25% sales tax and a registration fee of $103. 30. Out-of-State buyers may register and pay applicable taxes in their home state. Payment Information Winning buyer must contact us within 24 hours of listing end. and make arrangements for payment at that time. A $500. 00 deposit is due within 24 hours of end of listing. The remainder of payment is due within 7 days of listing end. If no contact is made within 24 hours we reserve the right to re-list the vehicle. or sell it otherwise. Make sure if financing that your financial institution accepts the year and miles of this vehicle before bidding. Please arrange financing prior to bidding.
WE ARE HAPPY TO ARRANGE FINANCING FOR ANY CUSTOMER WITHIN THE CONTINENTAL UNITED STATES!
Payment can be made in cash (IN PERSON). bank wire transfer. or cashier's check - OR WE CAN FINANCE YOUR PURCHASE FOR YOU. AS LONG AS YOU LIVE WITHIN THE CONTINENTAL UNITED STATES!
MOTOR TRENDS has described the above mentioned vehicle to the best of our ability. However. with all pre-owned automobiles. the condition is subjective. so we recommend that the potential buyer inspect as well as test drive any of the vehicles before finalizing purchase. All vehicles are sold in "AS IS" condition unless otherwise specified. In regards to picking up the vehicle in person: ALL DEPOSITS ARE NON REFUNDABLE UNLESS THE VEHICLE IS NOT AS REPRESENTED (fails a professional inspection or is materially misrepresented). WE WILL PROMPTLY REFUND YOUR DEPOSIT. Our goal is to provide you with the best service and the most comfortable auto buying experience on ebay. We do not accept escrow. and all inspections must be done prior to delivery. The advertised mileage represents the actual miles when the car was placed on ebay. These vehicles are test-driven and actual mileage may differ at time of sale.
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All bidders must have pre-approved loans/financing (INCLUDING PRE-APPROVAL THRU US HERE AT MOTOR TRENDS -- JUST APPLY ON OUR WEBSITE -- (WWW. MOTORTRENDSONLINE COM) or must be able to pay cash (in person). Payment can be made in cash (in person). wire transfer. or cashier's check. All Major Credit Cards accepted (Deposit only-$1. 00 max. ). Please call for limits and details. Please remember that you have the option to call and have all of your questions answered at any time. We welcome and encourage any and all pre sale inspections. Shipping Info Buyer is responsible for vehicle pickup or shipping charges. We are happy to arrange shipping for you as a courtesy. just call the salesperson named in this listing for a quick shipping quote right to your front door! If the vehicle is going to be shipped. full payment must be received before the vehicle leaves the lot. Trade Ins
YES! YOU CAN TRADE YOUR CAR IN HERE! Motor Trends is one of the very few eBaY dealers large enough to accept any type of trade-in! One Simple Phone Call is all it takes! No Hassles and No Games . We will give you a trade value Right Over The Phone! Call Us Today 281-488-8887.
Warranty No Warranty BUY WITH CONFIDENCE!THIS VEHICLE IS IN GREAT CONDITION. BUT COMES WITH NO WARRANTY DUE TO ITS AGE/MILEAGE. (we do have very affordable extended service contracts available!) THIS ONE QUALIFIES FOR OUR FREE NO QUESTIONS ASKED BUY BACK GUARANTEE! ASK FOR DETAILS!
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