1959 DESOTO FIREDOME SPORTSMAN-96,854 ACTUAL MILES- 1 OF 2,862-INVESTMENT GRADE

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Vin: M431105387

• 96. 54 actual miles
• Beautiful Bimini Coral paint with white top complemented with Canyon Beige interior
• Correct frame-up restoration
• Optional Adventurer Package 383-CID V8 engine with twin four-barrel carburetors
• DeSoto built just 2. 62 Sportsman hardtop coupe models in the final year of production in 1959
• Pushbutton 3-speed Torqueflite automatic transmission
• Power steering and brakes
• All chrome has been re-chromed and stainless trim polished
• Rear bumper guards



The DeSoto Firedome is eye-catching in both design and color and they are an unusual and delightful way to stand out at a 1950s cruise-in. In 1956. the Forward Look was freshened and DeSoto actually outsold Chrysler for the year. A 12-volt electrical system was adopted. the Hemi grew to 330 cid and 230 hp and Powerflite transmission was optional on the Firedome. All new bodywork arrived in 1957 with a massive one-piece grille and front bumper and the biggest fins so far. Firedome became the middle line for DeSoto as Firesweep was introduced as the entry level line. DeSoto Firedomes now used a Dodge chassis and were built by the Dodge Division. The Firedome engine grew to 361 cdi in 1958. developing 295 hp. The grille was changed slightly and the side trim and contrasting panels now went up at the rear instead of down. Firedome sales dwindled. and 1959 marked the end of the line. with DeSoto following suit in 1961.
MotoeXotica Classic Cars is pleased to offer this investment grade 1959 Bimini Coral DeSoto Firedome Sportsman Coupe that is in excellent restored condition with many original parts still on the car and the rarely seen 383 Dual-Quad powerlant. This Firedome was one of the early 2. 62 Sportsman Coupes that DeSoto produced in 1959 and was the final year of the Firedome model. This Firedome Coupe left the Jefferson Ave. . Dodge Detroit plant originally with highly desirable Bimini Coral exterior paint matched with Canyon Beige interior and has been recently restored to the original color combination.

The exterior is in excellent shape with all the correct trim pieces all in place. All the exterior chrome trim is mostly original and has been re-chromed. including the front and rear bumpers. The stainless steel side vent trim is in great shape along with all body trim emblems. The white top is in great shape with some very minor imperfections. The Bimini Coral body paint is in excellent overall condition and looks absolutely fantastic but does have some very minor chips and road wear. The correct wheel covers are in good shape with white wall tires.

Inside. the correct restored Canyon Beige/White interior is in excellent condition and shows minimal wear. The seats. dash and center console all look great as well as the door panels and headliner. The dash is the optional padded dash and is in excellent shape with no cracks. The gauges. lights. blinkers and wipers are in working order.

Under the hood you will find the optional Adventurer 383-CID V8 engine equipped with the twin four-barrel carburetors. The engine bay is extremely tidy and even contains the correct Jiffy Jet washer bag and engine stickers. Coupled to the 383 is a pushbutton 3-speed Torqueflite automatic transmission.

The current mileage shows 96. 54 miles and is believed to be original as the photocopy of the 2012 Ohio title has an "actual" mileage brand stating 96. 19 miles on 01/18/2012. VIN number is M431105387.

Driving Impressions:

"We at MotoeXotica always find the later model DeSoto automobiles to be very special examples of the 50's era classics. This particular DeSoto we find unique because its truly one of the last greats of the defunct automotive brand DeSoto. This example has everything going for it as its the final model year of the Firedome. finished in the highly desirable Bimini Coral and last but not least it has the amazing 383 V8 engine with the optional Adventurer twin four-barrel carburetors! With the current correct restored condition and desirable options makes this Firedome a must have investment grade classic. GET OUT AND DRIVE!!!"

Terms & Condtions
TO BID YOU MUST BE OVER 18 and pay with a money order. cashiers check or wire transfer. Please do not bid without the intent to finalize this transaction. Winning bidders that do not finalize will receive negative feedback. Sorry. NO bid retractions allowed in the last 24 hours of the auction. ask questions BEFORE you bid. IF YOU SHOULD GET HERE AND NOT LIKE THE CAR FOR WHATEVER REASON. I WILL PROMPTLY REFUND YOUR MONEY WITH NO QUESTIONS ASKED. Documentation Fee: There will be a $195. 00 fee added to each car sold. This includes title transfer. inventory tax. holding costs. vehicle preparation. storage and overnight documentation delivery. ALL SALES ARE FINAL WITH CAR BEING SOLD WHERE IS. AS IS. ! . Please. ASK if you have a question! Seller reserves the right to end auction early. Cell phone provided below and all Email will be answered PROMPTLY. Bidders with less than 10 feedbacks MUST email us before bidding showing their intent to purchase the vehicle. Due to increasing non-paying bidders. we reserve the right to cancel your bid if you do not have more then 10 feedbacks. Sorry. WE WILL NOT TOLERATE BID INTERFERENCE! The vehicle is offered with a right to a personal inspection by any bidder or agent of any bidder. Whether a buyer decides to inspect a vehicle themselves/have a 3rd party inspection or no inspection at all. feedback MUST be left before the vehicle is released to the buyer/agent/shipper. This is due to our generous refund and return policy. Motoexotica Classic Cars has been a part of eBay Motors since 1999 and has maintained a great reputation. We would like to keep it that way for future customers! The Vehicle is being sold by a Licensed State of Missouri Dealer (Motoexotica Classic Cars). Any Missouri resident must pay local MO sales tax and licensing fees. All other will do so in their home state. All used vehicles should be assumed to have some degree of wear. No vehicle is perfect to everyone. Each vehicle has its strengths. styles. tendencies and shortcomings. Therefore. despite our best efforts to verify a vehicle's mechanical condition. we are not able to warranty a manufacturer's workmanship or previous owner's diligence in care. It is for this reason that all vehicles are sold "AS IS". We have described the above mentioned vehicle to the best of our ability. However. with all pre-owned automobiles. the condition is subjective. Please be advised that no oral or written statements concerning any vehicle constitutes a representation or warranty of the condition of the said vehicle. You need to check with your local goverment for any special rules regarding these older vehicles passing inspections. We are not liable for any vehicle not passing inspection for your country. If for any reason you recieve your vehicle and have buyers remorse. are not happy with the vehicle or just don't want it for any reason we will purchase the car back from you. You WILL be responsible for a restocking fee that will equal 20% of the purchase price of the vehicle. You will also be responsible for shipping the vehicle back to our shop at your expense. The vehicle is available for inspection prior to bidding. If you are the high bidder and unable to inspect said vehicle before auction close. you or an agent will have seven(7) days to inspect said vehicle after the close of auction. I encourage a physical inspection strongly to avoid any misunderstandings or representations. All disputes arising out of or resulting from this sale shall be finally determined by binding arbitration in St. Louis. Missouri in accordance with the commercial rules of arbitration of the American Arbitration Association. The arbitration shall be carried out by one or more arbitrators in accordance with said rules. Any award shall be enforceable in any court of competent jurisdiction in the same manner as judgments. This agreement to arbitrate shall survive the sale of the automobile described herein. Buyer and Seller hereby agree that Missouri law shall control for all purposes under this Bill of Sale. Buyer and Seller hereby consent to the personal jurisdiction of the state and federal courts of Missouri to specifically enforce the agreement to arbitrate and to enter judgment of and enforce the award of the arbitrator. All above terms and conditions are applied to vehicle sales. whether through Ebay or otherwise. Sorry. but in all fairness to the bidding process. I will NOT disclose my reserve price until the auction has ended.

Payment Terms
Payment must be made by Cashiers Check. Money Orders or Wire Transfers payable in US Dollars. A Refundable deposit in the amount of $500. 00 must be received within Twenty-Four(24)hours of the auctions close either by Master Card. Visa or PayPal. The buyer has seven(7) days from close of auction to inspect the vehicle. If the vehicle is not to your liking within this seven day inspection period then your deposit will be refunded 100%. If an inspection or decision takes longer then seven days and you find the vehicle not to your liking. your deposit will be forfeited and the car will be relisted. Final payment must be received within ten (10) days of the auction close. The refundable deposit only applies if you or an agent inspect said vehicle in St. Louis and find it not to your liking. I will not be responsible for buyers remorse or problems found to said vehicle once they have left my property. I am just being realistic. most of the cars I deal in are vintage and by their very nature will need TLC and some degree of attention sooner or later. These are not new cars and should not be treated as such. Once full payment has been received. Seller will fax a copy of clear title. Bill of sale. Buyers guide and additional DMV forms to the Buyer to sign and return via fax. The forms must be returned to the Seller prior to the shipment of said vehicle. Original paperwork will be sent to Buyer Via overnight mail seven(7)days from date of final payment. Transportation will commence only after final payment and signed documentation are received. Once a car is picked up from our premises. you will NOT be able to return the car.

Transportation
For a quote on shipping any where in the world. please feel free to email us at Heath@Motoexotica. com. We will give you a cost for open and/or enclosed transport as well as overseas shipping if necessary. International Transportation We are happy to accommodate our overseas buyers! Over the last 10 years we have exported cars to Norway. Germany. Estonia. Puerto Rico. Hawaii. Alaska. Costa Rica. Brazil. British Columbia. Canada and other locations around the world. Overseas shipments will be placed into a steel container for safe sea passage. We take care of all the details and paperwork. All you have to do is collect the car at port and enjoy!

Financing
We offer financing through two of the best lenders in the industry. If you visit www. jjbest. com or www. woodsidecredit. com they are currently offering very attractive rates for all collector and special interest automobiles. With loan amounts from $10. 00 to $500. 00. and flexible terms of up to 12 years. you can get financed for as low as 6. 99%. www. jjbest. com www. woodsidecredit. com

Warranty
ALL SALES ARE FINAL WITH CAR BEING SOLD WHERE IS. AS IS. ! . Please. ASK if you have a question! Seller reserves the right to end auction early. Cell phone provided below and all Email will be answered PROMPTLY. The vehicle is offered with a right to a personal inspection by any bidder or agent of any bidder. The Vehicle is being sold by a Licensed State of Missouri Dealer (Motoexotica Classic Cars). Any Missouri resident must pay local MO sales tax and licensing fees. All other will do so in their home state. The vehicle is available for inspection prior to bidding. If you are the high bidder and unable to inspect said vehicle before auction close. you or an agent will have (7) days to inspect said vehicle after the close of auction. I encourage a physical inspection strongly to avoid any misunderstandings or representations.

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