1957 DeSoto V-8

Description: Overview: PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE AD BELOW WHICH DETAILS ALL OF THE RESTORATIONS DONE TO DATE AND WILL ANSWER MOST OF YOUR QUESTIONS 1957 DeSoto FireSweep 2-Door Hardtop – ENGINE MECHANICS COMPLETED. RUNS AND AND DRIVES EXCELLENT ULTIMATE CLASSIC ROAD READY AND ROARING: Now up for sale is a rare iconic piece of American automotive muscle car history. This classic beauty, purchased by me in 2019 in Dallas, TX, boasts a CLEAN TITLE in hand. This Desoto has been meticulously preserved and cared for in a private, weatherproof storage facility. This is an opportunity to own a well restored rare muscle car with legendary push button transmission and sweet 57 tail fins and lights. There are not many 57 Desoto classics like this for sale with SO MANY expensive upgrades and recently completed restorations- PLUS many additional expesnive new parts I purchased and am including with the vehicle. + You are buying a verified Desoto with documented photos and receipts proof of MANY new upgrades done. Engine & Mechanical Details: · Original 325 V8 Poly Engine: The 290hp powerful 325 V8 engine, has recently been expertly rebuilt and I just completed the final mechanics of the rebuild this week. She RUNS and ROARS ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE!! - like a brand new engine off the assembly line. ( SEE VIDEO )· · Comprehensive Mechanical Upgrades: I have invested over $20,000 into her with extensive new mechanical upgrades and photo documentation including the following: o Engine compartment fully cleaned and repainted o Fresh rebuilt engine, like a brand new engine, honed pistons, new piston and rings gasket set, header gaskets, timing cover gasket kit, new timing chain. o Brand new gas tank and new fuel lines purchased and installed o Brand new electric fuel pump purchased and installed o Brand new ignition system purchased and installed o Brand new High-performance Summit Racing starter purchased and installed o Brand new wires, spark plugs, head covers, dipsticks and radiator fan installed o Brand new 750 amp battery purchased and installed o Brand new Engine head bolt set installed o Brand new Full engine gasket set purchased and installed o Rear Main seal kit installed o Desoto oil filter canister $80 o Generator mounting kit installed o Brand new radiator hose and multiple new engine hoses purchased and installed. o Brand new front and rear brake pads purchased and installed Additional EXPENSIVE Parts purchased and ALSO INCLUDED with this car: o Additional metal exterior trim pieces purchased on ebay $125 o Trunk lock latch assembly $100 o Chrome air filter cleaner $40 o Brand New custom fitted interior floor carpet and seat covers ( front and rear) unopened in wrappers $400 o Sheet metal for trunk and front floor pans ( minor welding needed in trunk and front floor pans ) $300 o 4 Brand new in the boxes Rally racing rims and chrome rally center caps ( 15 x 8 rears and 15 x 7 fronts ) with 4 brand new expensive white-wall tires for these rims $1000 o Brand new chrome engine dress up kit: hose sleeves and custom hemi-orange matching hose clamps $45 o Brand new Hi-performance chrome headers never used in the box ( see photo ) $425.00 o Brand new chrome twin exhaust tips ( both sides ) O · Original Parts Included: Original carburetor, fuel pump and starter will be provided to the buyer. Condition & Restoration Status: · 100 % Mechanically Complete: Engine has been expertly rebuilt. After many inquiries as to why I did not complete the final engine mechanics to get it running, I decided to finish the final steps and complete the cam timing adjustment. I will complete the new ignition wiring as the final step of the mechanics tomorrow. Engine is like a new engine as you can see and hear. Car is now ready to drive home. · · Solid Frame & Chassis: There is no rust on the frame or chassis, ensuring a solid foundation for any additional restoration. · Body Condition: The body has very minimal and minor cosmetic surface rust, but nothing that compromises the integrity of the vehicle. Car has had no accidents + The transmission is the original and in good condition with no issues. + All glass is good and intact. + All chrome is good and intact + Electrical components / dash / lights in good working condition Location & Viewing: · Located in Houston, TX (77066). Serious buyers in Houston are welcome to view AND DRIVE the car by appointment only. I am more than happy to answer any questions you have and can be reached by phone for further discussion. Terms & Conditions: · Contact me for details: This is a rare and valuable classic car that I have put alot of money and time into. Serious inquiries only. So please no time wasters. · · Shipping: I will assist in loading the vehicle for transport if YOU arrange and finalize the details including all shipping and transport fees. A flatbed or car dolly will be required for towing and transport. Local pickup in Houston Tx 77066 is also available and I can assist in the loading process. · · Deposit: A $500 deposit is required to hold the car, which will be applied towards the purchase price if the sale is finalized. If the eBay ad is closed for you and then you cancel the transaction, the deposit will be forfeited. Final Thoughts: This 1957 DeSoto Firesweep is a rare gem. It has not left the storage since 2019 and has been kept in excellent care unaffected by any weather. Reason for selling this car: Bitcoin, yes seriously. I am selling this car to buy more bitcoin. I am interested in: cash or cashiers check, payment thru Ebay seller protection, or Bitcoin. And I will accept any of the these payments for my 1957 Desoto FireSweep. I posted three beautifully restored FireSweeps for you to admire these amazing finished cars. If it does not sell for my asking price, I will finish it like the red wine / white photo and probably keep her. So now is the chance before the chance is lost. · Thank you for considering this exceptional vehicle and good luck

Price: 12000 USD

Location: Houston, Texas

End Time: 2024-09-22T04:42:56.000Z

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