Vehicle Description
History
The DeSoto Custom is an automobile produced by DeSoto from 1939
until the 1952 model year. While in production, the Custom was
DeSoto's top-trim level car, and was offered in a wide array of
body styles, including a 7-passenger sedan and the
extended-wheelbase Suburban sedans.
The Custom shared its engine design with the Deluxe, and were
powered by Chrysler's L-head 236.7 six-cylinder engine, delivering
109 bhp at 3,600 rpm. In 1950, the Custom had standard equipment
that included two-speed electric windshield wipers, a trunk light
and full carpeting.
These 50s cars were prime candidates for custom cars back in the
day, and the one we have at Skyway Classics is a perfect example of
that. It is a real good start to a project car with a lot of parts
and work already completed.
Features & Options
It has been chopped, sectioned, stretched onto a 2005 Chrysler 300
with that drivetrain consisting of the 5.7 Hemi motor, trans and
rear end. The headlights have been frenched in (recessed about 10
inches, with the hood being operated hydraulically. All the sheet
metal on the front is custom too. It has air conditioning, power
brakes, and power steering.
The DeSoto has the battery and the hydraulics in the trunk, uses an
electronic keyboard for the functions. The interior boasts Dodge
Explorer and swivel Laguna seats, with the dash, overhead console,
center console, navigation, and factory sound system.
It rides on polished mags and performance tires with the exhaust
being handled with duals and chrome tips.
Availability
This 1950 Desoto Custom we have at Skyway Classics is about
half-done and needs blocking, prime coat, and paint on it, finish
the interior, and find yourself with a one-of-a-kind finished
street rod custom DeSoto!
So give us a call at 941-254-6608.
We also finance! Check out our financiers here at
https://www.skywayclassics.com/financiers
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