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Nice to see the progress with pictures. Please keep us posted with updates and feel free to continue to ask questions.
"It's delightful, it's delovely, it's DeSoto"
It looks like you are off on a good deal of body repairs. When does the drivetrain (V-8) transplant happen?
I don't know. It's all gone slower than I expected..
I think we're all familiar with that story unfortunately ???? 19 years and counting on my '56 Fireflite to get it restored.
Something to keep in mind in your timetable. It will be much easier to convert the engine and trans with the front clip (fenders, hood, etc.) off. You will not want to get involved in this work after your body work and painting is done.
Hi all! New member from Finland. I have 1960 Fireflite 4d sedan, 361+2 speed auto.
Welcome to the club! That blue has always been one of my favorite colors on the '60 DeSoto, along with willow green (my grandpa has one in this color) and the winterberry red like the ad car.
Welcome Jarmo! Looks like the '60 is in very good shape. Enjoy the ride!
