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finally got a 50's car! '57 DeSoto
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Some of you guys might enjoy this old timer. I've been collecting cars for 45 years, but until now never had a 50's car. For a long time, I've been thinking about what to get, and seeking a good opportunity. Well, the right car finally came along, and I knew right away that it was the one for me! I saw the ad late last saturday night, talked to the seller sunday morning, hit the road right away and drove 11 hours to see it monday morning. The seller said on the phone that it has mostly sat for the last 8 years but runs and drives nice. But when he started it for me, gas was squirting out the vent hole on the fuel pump. So I bought it without driving it, rented a Uhaul open trailer and hauled it home. Fins, bling, dual quad Hemi, and a folding top. I don't think I could have found a better car to represent the 50's in my collection. The new fuel pump from Rock Auto should be here tomorrow.
[img]http://i.imgur.com/boeexFms.jpg[/img]31 Plymouth Coupe, 392 Hemi, T56 magnum RS23J71 RS27J77 RP23J71 RO23J71 WM21J8A I don't regret the things I've done. I only regret the things I didn't do. "Wise men talk because they have something to say; fools because they have to say something. ~ Plato"
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Re: finally got a 50's car! '57 DeSoto
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Wow what a beautiful car! Great color combo too! Congrats!
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Re: finally got a 50's car! '57 DeSoto
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06/22/21 05:56 PM
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THAT looks a LOT like Richard Carpenter's old car! I am green with envy! Congratulations!
IF that's the car, it was sold in 2013 (I think) from the Don Davis Collection. That would fit with sitting 8 years. Although I think Richard's had the front bumper guards? Gotta find my pics...
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Re: finally got a 50's car! '57 DeSoto
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Beautiful car. As said, perfect choice for a 50's car. Love it!! Best of luck with the sweet ride.
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Re: finally got a 50's car! '57 DeSoto
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I'm glad you guys share my enthusiasm for the car, thanks for the nice responses!  THAT looks a LOT like Richard Carpenter's old car! I am green with envy! Congratulations!
IF that's the car, it was sold in 2013 (I think) from the Don Davis Collection. That would fit with sitting 8 years. Although I think Richard's had the front bumper guards? Gotta find my pics... I have some ownership records going back 20 years or so, but don't see a Davis.
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[img]http://i.imgur.com/boeexFms.jpg[/img]31 Plymouth Coupe, 392 Hemi, T56 magnum RS23J71 RS27J77 RP23J71 RO23J71 WM21J8A I don't regret the things I've done. I only regret the things I didn't do. "Wise men talk because they have something to say; fools because they have to say something. ~ Plato"
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Re: finally got a 50's car! '57 DeSoto
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06/22/21 06:29 PM
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That's a great looking car Joel! Gonna let Jeff drive it?  If he wants to I suppose he could. As long as he stays away from deer territory!
[img]http://i.imgur.com/boeexFms.jpg[/img]31 Plymouth Coupe, 392 Hemi, T56 magnum RS23J71 RS27J77 RP23J71 RO23J71 WM21J8A I don't regret the things I've done. I only regret the things I didn't do. "Wise men talk because they have something to say; fools because they have to say something. ~ Plato"
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Re: finally got a 50's car! '57 DeSoto
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06/22/21 09:17 PM
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Re: finally got a 50's car! '57 DeSoto
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Damn, way to start off with the '50s ! You don't screw around, do ya ?  Looks gorgeous, and the McCandless clan knows them inside out - for that matter, maybe even that specific car.
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Re: finally got a 50's car! '57 DeSoto
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Dang that is really nice. I'm surprised it fit on that Uhaul trailer though lol.
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Re: finally got a 50's car! '57 DeSoto
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It seems that DeSoto is becoming kind of a lost Mopar. You hardly ever hear of them anymore.
On the U-Haul, they actually had a 57 DeSoto listed in their computer, and the trailer was approved to haul it. I did measure the length of the rails and inspect the tires, top off the pressure, and torque the lug nuts before I hit the road.
[img]http://i.imgur.com/boeexFms.jpg[/img]31 Plymouth Coupe, 392 Hemi, T56 magnum RS23J71 RS27J77 RP23J71 RO23J71 WM21J8A I don't regret the things I've done. I only regret the things I didn't do. "Wise men talk because they have something to say; fools because they have to say something. ~ Plato"
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Re: finally got a 50's car! '57 DeSoto
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06/22/21 10:58 PM
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Rino, Yes on the 345 cubic inch, 345 horsepower. The Chevy boys talk like they had a monopoly on the one horsepower per cubic inch thing with their fuel injected 283 in 1957.
I'm with you guys on the color, 100%. I love it! I had pursued a gold two-door hardtop with black trim and was following this convertible that was gold with black trim. I'm glad I didn't get one of them because the colors don't do it for me like this one does.
[img]http://i.imgur.com/boeexFms.jpg[/img]31 Plymouth Coupe, 392 Hemi, T56 magnum RS23J71 RS27J77 RP23J71 RO23J71 WM21J8A I don't regret the things I've done. I only regret the things I didn't do. "Wise men talk because they have something to say; fools because they have to say something. ~ Plato"
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Re: finally got a 50's car! '57 DeSoto
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Damn, way to start off with the '50s ! You don't screw around, do ya ? Looks gorgeous, and the McCandless clan knows them inside out - for that matter, maybe even that specific car. Topside, I'm too doggone old too screw around. And many painful, missed opportunities over the years have taught me to strike while the iron is hot. The awesome collection of forward look cars that the McCandless is have definitely comes to mind.
[img]http://i.imgur.com/boeexFms.jpg[/img]31 Plymouth Coupe, 392 Hemi, T56 magnum RS23J71 RS27J77 RP23J71 RO23J71 WM21J8A I don't regret the things I've done. I only regret the things I didn't do. "Wise men talk because they have something to say; fools because they have to say something. ~ Plato"
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Re: finally got a 50's car! '57 DeSoto
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06/23/21 03:37 AM
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11 hours? That's a short drive.  I approve this machine. Nice to see appreciation for these cars. The '59's though................ 
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Re: finally got a 50's car! '57 DeSoto
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06/23/21 09:07 AM
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FOUND THEM! April 26, 2013 RM Auction of Don Davis collection.
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'69 300 Convertible
'15 Durango 5.7 Hemi
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Re: finally got a 50's car! '57 DeSoto
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06/23/21 09:35 AM
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Sweet looking car, enjoy!!
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Re: finally got a 50's car! '57 DeSoto
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That's a great looking car Joel! Gonna let Jeff drive it? I've only driven one of Joel's collector cars, (out of necessity) and that is fine by me. Joel trusts me with his cars, more than I trust me, with his cars.
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Re: finally got a 50's car! '57 DeSoto
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You can drive mine again anytime you want!  Thanks, but every time I drive someone else's car, it reminds me, I don't like the added stress.
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Re: finally got a 50's car! '57 DeSoto
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You can drive mine again anytime you want! Thanks, but every time I drive someone else's car, it reminds me, I don't like the added stress. Everytime I drive someone elses car, it reminds me I don't have to fix it. Ted, I'll take your car and beat it like a rented mule!
[img]http://i.imgur.com/boeexFms.jpg[/img]31 Plymouth Coupe, 392 Hemi, T56 magnum RS23J71 RS27J77 RP23J71 RO23J71 WM21J8A I don't regret the things I've done. I only regret the things I didn't do. "Wise men talk because they have something to say; fools because they have to say something. ~ Plato"
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Re: finally got a 50's car! '57 DeSoto
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06/23/21 03:52 PM
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You can drive mine again anytime you want! Thanks, but every time I drive someone else's car, it reminds me, I don't like the added stress. Everytime I drive someone elses car, it reminds me I don't have to fix it. Ted, I'll take your car and beat it like a rented mule! Bring a blank check and beat it all you want!
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Re: finally got a 50's car! '57 DeSoto
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06/24/21 01:26 PM
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Some of you guys might enjoy this old timer. I've been collecting cars for 45 years, but until now never had a 50's car. For a long time, I've been thinking about what to get, and seeking a good opportunity. Well, the right car finally came along, and I knew right away that it was the one for me! I saw the ad late last saturday night, talked to the seller sunday morning, hit the road right away and drove 11 hours to see it monday morning. The seller said on the phone that it has mostly sat for the last 8 years but runs and drives nice. But when he started it for me, gas was squirting out the vent hole on the fuel pump. So I bought it without driving it, rented a Uhaul open trailer and hauled it home. Fins, bling, dual quad Hemi, and a folding top. I don't think I could have found a better car to represent the 50's in my collection. The new fuel pump from Rock Auto should be here tomorrow. Wow, that is insanely awesome.. an icon of Virgil Exner's styling skills, and a benchmark of Mopar heritage.. That is a bucket list car for sure.. When I became hooked on Mopars and started buying books about them at Waldenbooks, I got some great history books covering each and very modelyear of production from beginning up to 1979. The Forward Look cars quickly became a favorite era of Mopars.. The DeSotos were a class all by themselves.. I believe the Adventurer is the top of the line, with the Sportsman and Fireflite as the next tiers of trim and price. I love the dual antennas on back - I think only Adventurers got those. Very cool .. and Congratulations! - Art
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Re: finally got a 50's car! '57 DeSoto
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The new fuel pump showed up from RockAuto. It looks different, it doesn't have the glass sediment bowl underneath. I suppose I'll put it on there, it will probably do the job. I haven't had time to do anything with it yet, hopefully tomorrow night!
[img]http://i.imgur.com/boeexFms.jpg[/img]31 Plymouth Coupe, 392 Hemi, T56 magnum RS23J71 RS27J77 RP23J71 RO23J71 WM21J8A I don't regret the things I've done. I only regret the things I didn't do. "Wise men talk because they have something to say; fools because they have to say something. ~ Plato"
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Re: finally got a 50's car! '57 DeSoto
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Thanks, I'm glad you folks like it. I feel the same, of course! 
[img]http://i.imgur.com/boeexFms.jpg[/img]31 Plymouth Coupe, 392 Hemi, T56 magnum RS23J71 RS27J77 RP23J71 RO23J71 WM21J8A I don't regret the things I've done. I only regret the things I didn't do. "Wise men talk because they have something to say; fools because they have to say something. ~ Plato"
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Re: finally got a 50's car! '57 DeSoto
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Thanks, I'm glad you folks like it. I feel the same, of course! Now ONLY IF you had a place to drive it ..... 365 ! hint HINT !
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Re: finally got a 50's car! '57 DeSoto
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Thanks, I'm glad you folks like it. I feel the same, of course! Now ONLY IF you had a place to drive it ..... 365 ! hint HINT ! 365 Doc? iT bEEs not eQuIpEd with FrIGIDaiRe! 
[img]http://i.imgur.com/boeexFms.jpg[/img]31 Plymouth Coupe, 392 Hemi, T56 magnum RS23J71 RS27J77 RP23J71 RO23J71 WM21J8A I don't regret the things I've done. I only regret the things I didn't do. "Wise men talk because they have something to say; fools because they have to say something. ~ Plato"
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Re: finally got a 50's car! '57 DeSoto
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Beautiful car and I bet after diving it (hopefully trouble free) it will take a while to wipe the smile off your face.
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Well, I took it for a test drive tonight and have a to-do list. The driver's side visor won't stay up, the blinkers aren't working, only one tail light on each side works, and the outside rear view mirrors need to be tightened up so they stay aimed properly. Nothing to major. It does drive nice, it's pretty fun to tool around in with the top down!
[img]http://i.imgur.com/boeexFms.jpg[/img]31 Plymouth Coupe, 392 Hemi, T56 magnum RS23J71 RS27J77 RP23J71 RO23J71 WM21J8A I don't regret the things I've done. I only regret the things I didn't do. "Wise men talk because they have something to say; fools because they have to say something. ~ Plato"
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Re: finally got a 50's car! '57 DeSoto
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It’s Delightful! It’s Delovely! It’s Desoto!
526 cubes of angry wedge, pushbutton shifted, 9 passenger killer!
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Re: finally got a 50's car! '57 DeSoto
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I believe the Adventurer is the top of the line, with the Sportsman and Fireflite as the next tiers of trim and price.
"Sportsman" was DeSoto's way of saying "hardtop." The models from bottom to top were: Firesweep Firedome Fireflite Adventurer
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Re: finally got a 50's car! '57 DeSoto
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Some of you guys might enjoy this old timer. I've been collecting cars for 45 years, but until now never had a 50's car. For a long time, I've been thinking about what to get, and seeking a good opportunity. Well, the right car finally came along, and I knew right away that it was the one for me! I saw the ad late last saturday night, talked to the seller sunday morning, hit the road right away and drove 11 hours to see it monday morning. The seller said on the phone that it has mostly sat for the last 8 years but runs and drives nice. But when he started it for me, gas was squirting out the vent hole on the fuel pump. So I bought it without driving it, rented a Uhaul open trailer and hauled it home. Fins, bling, dual quad Hemi, and a folding top. I don't think I could have found a better car to represent the 50's in my collection. The new fuel pump from Rock Auto should be here tomorrow. Wow. That is beautiful. Enjoy
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