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- 1959 DeSoto Fireflite Sportsman
1959 DeSoto Fireflite Sportsman
Lot Number 612
1959 DeSoto Fireflite Sportsman
The epitome of 'Fins-n-Wings' Americana, Arthur Fonzarelli cool.
- NOT SOLD
Bid online during our live auction or at The Saleroom.
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BODY COLOUR
Black -
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LHD -
REG NUMBER
316 XUM
SUMMARY
The epitome of 'Fins-n-Wings' Americana, Arthur Fonzarelli cool.
DESCRIPTION
- 1959 was the penultimate year of Virgil Exner's dramatic 'Fleetwing Styling'
- This remarkable Fireflite Sportsman Coupe has been well restored in the US at some stage
- Powered by a 383ci (6.3-litre) V8 generating just under 300bhp and mated to a TorqueFlite 3-speed automatic gearbox
- It was acquired by a previous owner in the US and imported to the UK in 2008
- The black paintwork remains in excellent condition as does the substantial amount of chrome
- The six-seat interior has been fully retrimmed and presents really well. The dashboard has the original radio fitted and all of the dials, buttons and switches are said to be in full working order
- It's supplied with the original Owner's Handbook, the V5C, some invoices for repair and maintenance and other bits and pieces from its days in the US
- With its huge swooping tail fins, acres of chrome, jet-age triple rear lights and white-wall tyres, this is an impressive automobile
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A fabulous looking, well preserved and well maintained 'Happy Days' American coupe that is sure to turn heads wherever it goes
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 612
- Make
- DESOTO
- Model
- FIREFLITE
- Variant
- Sportsman Coupe
- Registration Number
- 316 XUM
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Chassis Number
- M451107028
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Body Colour
- Black
CONSIGNOR
Gary Dunne
- Sales Manager
- 07740 946796
- gary@classiccarauctions.co.uk
For further information regarding this lot please contact Gary.
CONTACT
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CCA VENDOR CONDITION REPORT
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103 / 130
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About the CCA Vendor Condition Report
A lot's condition report is compiled based on information provided to CCA by the vendor of the lot. CCA has no access to lots prior to a sale but does review their condition on the day of the sale. CCA strongly recommends viewing a lot prior to a sale as it cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided. CCA will not entertain any disputes over vendor condition reports.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
CONSIGNOR
Gary Dunne
- CONSIGNOR
- 07740 946796
- gary@classiccarauctions.co.uk
For further information regarding this lot please contact Gary.
CONTACTVehicles can be collected from the Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN on Sunday 18th June between 10am and 3pm and Monday 19th June between 9am and 1pm.
Our transport partner, EM Rogers, can assist with collection and delivery. Please contact them on 01604 755511 or trafficdesk@emrogers.co.uk for a quote.
Due to venue restrictions we need to be clear of the WEC by 1pm on Monday 19th therefore any motor vehicles not collected by this time will be taken to our transport partners storage facility in Northampton for a fee of £150 plus VAT. Storage will be charged at £10 plus VAT per day.
