1948 DeSoto Custom 4dr Sedan Lot #9F

You are bidding on a rare 1948 DeSoto Model S11 Custom 7-Passenger 4Dr sedan. Title VIN S11177554 doesn’t match motor plate, but Serial number on door jamb matches Title Model No. Odometer states 57,591 miles on the 236.7 cu in 6 cyl engine. Fluid drive. This unusual original car has a removable door post, jump seats, nice interior and good black paint. Some rust at the bottom of the trunk lid. Last driven in 2015. This is your opportunity to own a limo-like classic automobile.
This vehicle is part of the Bob Bakewell Collection Estate Auction. Bob was an avid collector, member of several antique car clubs, and served as a judge at several antique auto shows. Bakewell was referred to as Nebraska’s “Chrysler Man” in the November 3, 2011 edition of Old Cars Weekly magazine. Bob passed away at an advanced age, but most of the cars in his collection were drivable when parked and always stored indoors. His family is selling 20 cars from his collection so that others may enjoy his hobby and legacy.
This is an online-only auction ending on October 13th at 7pm. Vehicles can be viewed at Bob’s former car lot, Auto City, at 1215 E Street, Fairbury, Nebraska 68352 on October 6th from 1pm – 5pm. Selling AS IS and all sales are final. Money Wire or Certified Funds for payment. Removal on October 18, 19, or 20 unless other mutually agreeable arrangements are made. Payment is immediate. For questions call family at 402-980-2262. or 605-201-7005 for VanDerBrink Auctions. www.vanderbrinkauctions.com for more auctions and info.

VIN: S11177554

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