Gateway Classic Cars of Chicago
1329 Commerce Drive
Crete, IL 60417
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Gateway Classic Cars is proud to present a step back into the golden age of American motoring with this 1949 DeSoto Custom.
Finished in an attractive beige color, this 1949 DeSoto Custom showcases the smooth, rounded body lines and substantial presence that defined late-1940s American automobiles. Its distinctive styling reflects an era when cars were designed with character, elegance, and individuality.
Step inside to discover a green interior that provides a striking contrast to the beige exterior. The combination gives this DeSoto a distinctive two-tone personality that captures the style of the late 1940s. The spacious cabin, traditional dashboard design, and vintage American-car atmosphere make this vehicle a reminder of a time when driving was an experience to be enjoyed.
Under the hood is an L-head inline-six-cylinder engine, a traditional American powerplant known for its straightforward mechanical design. The L-head, also known as a flathead, uses a valve arrangement located in the engine block rather than in the cylinder head. This period-correct engineering reflects the practical, serviceable mechanical designs commonly used in American automobiles of the era.
One of the most interesting features of this 1949 DeSoto Custom is its M-6 semi-automatic transmission, part of DeSoto's distinctive Fluid Drive-era drivetrain technology. Designed to provide a different driving experience from a conventional manual transmission, the M-6 system combines clutchless shifting in normal operation with driver-selected gear ranges.
This vehicle can be seen in detail including 100+ HD pictures and an HD video at gatewayclassiccars.com. It is located at the Chicago Showroom, 1329 Commerce Drive, Crete, IL 60417
| Year: | 1949 |
| Make: | DeSoto |
| Model: | Custom |
| Mileage: | 31037 |
| Exterior Color: | Beige |
| Interior Color: | GREEN |
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| Stock: | 2807-CHI |
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| Vin: | 5948832 |
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