1946 DESOTO CLUB COUPE | RESTORED | RUNS & DRIVES | VIRGINIA TITLE

$7,100.00 USD (46 Bids)
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Shanks Towing, Fredericksburg Area Impound/Towing, VA

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Description

Offered for sale is a beautifully restored 1946 DeSoto 2-Door finished in a stunning deep metallic blue with brilliant chrome trim and classic wide whitewall tires. This is an eye-catching example of post-war American automotive craftsmanship that presents exceptionally well and draws attention everywhere it goes.

The 1946 DeSoto marked Chrysler Corporation's return to civilian automobile production following World War II. Powered by Chrysler's legendary 236.6 cubic-inch (Flathead) Inline Six-Cylinder engine, these automobiles earned a reputation for outstanding reliability, smooth operation, and durability. Today, they remain highly desirable among collectors for their timeless styling and dependable mechanical design.

Vehicle owned by the same individual for several years and, according to the previous owner, was garage kept and meticulously maintained. The overall condition of the vehicle reflects that level of care.

The vehicle starts, runs, drives, and shifts. Vehicle has only been driven within our storage facility and while positioning it for photographs. It has not been road-tested at highway speeds.

The exterior features an exceptional deep metallic blue finish with outstanding gloss, beautiful body lines, extensive chrome trim, chrome bumpers, chrome hubcaps, dual exterior mirrors, and classic wide whitewall tires.

The restored interior maintains its original appearance while offering tasteful upgrades, including restored cloth seating, restored carpeting, original-style dashboard, original steering wheel, chrome dash trim, and a JVC stereo system discreetly installed for improved driving enjoyment.

Whether you're looking for a dependable weekend cruiser, a local show vehicle, or an excellent addition to a Chrysler, DeSoto, or post-war American automobile collection, this DeSoto offers timeless styling, proven engineering, and exceptional curb appeal.

FEATURES

• Chrysler Flathead Inline Six-Cylinder Engine

• Manual Column Shift Transmission

• Starts, Runs, Drives & Shifts

• Garage Kept

• Meticulously Maintained

• Beautiful Deep Metallic Blue Exterior

• Excellent Chrome Throughout

• Wide Whitewall Tires

• Chrome Hubcaps

• Hood Ornament

• Chrome Front & Rear Bumpers

• Dual Exterior Mirrors

• Restored Cloth Interior

• Restored Dashboard

• Restored Carpeting

• JVC Stereo

• Virginia Title

• No Liens

• Odometer: NOT ACTUAL

VEHICLE INFORMATION

Year: 1946

Make: DeSoto

Model: 2-Door Coupe

Fuel: Gas

VIN: 170T368526

CONDITION

Vehicle presents exceptionally well.

Paint & Chrome is bright throughout.

Interior has been restored and shows extremely well.

Vehicle starts, runs, drives, and shifts.

Vehicle has only been driven within our indoor storage facility and while being positioned for photographs.

Seller has not road-tested the vehicle at highway speeds.

Please review all photographs carefully, as they are considered part of the description.

Inspection prior to bidding is welcomed and encouraged.

TERMS OF SALE

Vehicle is being sold AS IS, WHERE IS, with no warranties expressed or implied.

Buyer is responsible for all transportation, loading, licensing, registration, taxes, and any inspections required by their state.

Seller makes no guarantees regarding future mechanical condition.

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  • What percentage is the restoration completed 07/01/2026 17:56:08 PM

    well.... my personal opinion, which should not be construed as accurate, is its mostly done. Well done, naaaah.... rare..., medium rare,,,, mostly done... its done for some.. and not as boot leather, cooked that some would like it. I think its perfect... but thats my opinion... 07/03/2026 23:46:48 PM

  • When you say manual transmission: is it a standard three speed manual trans or is it that weird Chrysler trans that you shift into first manually then it shifts itself like an automatic after that? 07/03/2026 18:21:22 PM

    good evening..... its the standard 3 on the tree set up. not that catywampus version of an automatic.... 07/03/2026 23:43:33 PM

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Shanks Towing, Fredericksburg Area Impound/Towing, VA

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Guaranty Waiver. All property is offered for sale 'AS IS, WHERE IS.' Shanks Towing, Fredericksburg Area Impound/Towing, VA makes no warranty, guaranty or representation of any kind, expressed or implied, as to the merchantability or fitness for any purpose of the property offered for sale. Please note that upon removal of the property, all sales are final.

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Bid History

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Asset ID 375 / Bids 46

mc*****

July 14, 2026 05:59 PM UTC

USD 7,100.00High Bidder

an*****

July 14, 2026 05:58 PM UTC

USD 7,000.00

mc*****

July 14, 2026 05:58 PM UTC

USD 7,000.00

an*****

July 14, 2026 05:06 PM UTC

USD 6,700.00

mc*****

July 14, 2026 05:06 PM UTC

USD 6,600.00

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