Vehicle Description
1950 DeSoto Custom Sedan
Hernando DeSoto was a Spanish Explorer who is credited to be the
first European to cross the Mississippi. This momentous event is
depicted in a massive work of art painted by William H. Powell,
that hangs in the rotunda where the very few lie in state. Watch
closely, and the next time they pan that room you'll see the
painting.
For consignment, a 1950 4-Door Sedan that has seen some bodywork, a
respray, and some upgrades in the power department. A clean
well-kept example from all but 70 years ago.
Exterior
Consigner states that all body work and prep as well as paint has
been done by MAACO, and as one can see the car is covered in bright
blue. Brite work, bumpers and chromed badging are presenting on
fair to good condition. A large chromed "toothy grin" grille is
watched over by the man himself, Hernando DeSoto who sits atop the
massive hood. Steel panels are fairly straight and can be compared
to the stainless belt line moldings which run almost the length of
the car (some waviness). Stock DeSoto hub caps adorn all 4
corners.
Interior
A full interior restoration has been performed on this car, and
this would include the trunk. Two massive gray cloth and red vinyl
bench seats create the passenger compartment. A metal two tone gray
and red dash front the area. What appears to be the original gauges
are within the restored dash, and this is fronted by the original
steering wheel. Speaking of this wheel the Bakelite material it is
made up of is showing some wear and is missing slight areas within
the circumference of the steering wheel. Matching the exterior
bright blue, the tops of the door panels are bordered by red
carpet, which also floods the floor. A nice gray headliner it's on
top of the passenger area and is in good condition.
Drivetrain
The Custom shared its engine design with the Deluxe and were
powered by Chrysler's L-head 236.7 six cylinder, delivering 109 bhp
at 3,600 rpm. A fluid drive semi-automatic provides the
gearing.
Undercarriage
Underside of this car shows some surface rusting, and a heavy spray
of undercoating, which makes it hard to tell if there are any
underlying problems. The frame though surface rusted, appears
structurally sound. New shock absorbers, leaf springs, and an
exhaust system are noted.
As consigner states all mechanical and electrical systems have been
reviewed and repaired if needed. Because of this diligence with the
upkeep, this car is extremely road worthy.
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 300 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display.
This vehicle is in our showroom in Morgantown, Pennsylvania,
conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia on the I-76
Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is www.classicautomall.com and
our phone number is (888) 227-0914. Please contact us anytime for
more information or to come see the vehicle in person.
