For Sale: 1948 DeSoto Custom in Stanley, Wisconsin

1948 Desoto Custom Convertible VIN - 5916673 Mileage Showing - 104,493 Engine - 250cid I-6 (1954 Plymouth) Trans - Fluid-Drive Body Style - Convertible coupe Ext. Color - Noel Green Interior Color - Saddle Tan/Beige leather Wheels/Tires - Stock/American Classic Radials 15" Brakes - Drum VIN Decode - NA Data Plate Decode - NA Power Features - Convertible top Options/Modifications - Original engine replaced around 1960 with mid 50's Plymouth Inline Six Recent Ownership - Same family since new, four generations - purchased by Great Grandfather in Brainard, MN in 1948. Description - Very rare Desoto convertible, one of only 8,100 made and one of only 13 known to yet exist according to the Desoto Club. Even harder to find would be one that runs and drives as elegantly as this one does - whisper quiet, smooth and very road worthy! Be sure to see all the pictures on our website and the multiple videos on our YouTube channel. Powered by a 250cid inline six, mated to a Fluid-Drive semi-automatic transmission she is a breeze to drive. Repainted in 1980 in the original Noel Green color, the bumpers were also re-chromed at the same time. The black cloth top was replaced sometime shortly before that and still appears as new, and functions as it should with the flick of the switch. The leather interior is completely original and still presents quite well, with only some seams beginning to split mainly in the back. The radio and clock are inop. The undercarriage, while nice for its age, does have rust on the inner rockers (see pics). Many receipts and records are included with the car, along with books and manuals. Gauges and lights all function and it has a newer battery. The original MN license plate from 1948 is even included! Have the only Desoto convertible at every show and cruise night in your town! Don't miss this amazing opportunity to be only the second family of owners this car has ever had! *See EVERY picture & video at www.codysclassiccars.com *Call us: 715-709-0343 ext. 1 for more information today *Email us: [email protected] *Text us: 715-429-0927 *In-person or 3rd party inspections welcomed and encouraged *Financing & Transport assistance available - please inquire *Vehicle may or may not be in our showroom, appt. required *We ensure your purchase is safe, secure and hassle free *Thank you for your interest and Happy Motoring!