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The DeSoto Adventurer was a high-style, high-content American muscle car powered by the division's top 'Hemi' V-8 engine. The powerplant delivered one horsepower per cubic inch, similar to its Chrysler 300 stable-mates.
This particular example is a replica that offered both the look and performance of an original. It has been given a nut-and-bolt restoration and modification process that began with an original Arizona car - an original Firedome chassis that has been expertly modified to replicate the Adventurer's design features. The interior features correct Adventurer-specification upholstery, added wood-grain dash, door-panel appliqués, and air conditioning. Mechanical features include a conversion to a street rod-style front and rear air-suspension system. The original 345 cubic-inch 'Hemi' V-8 engine provides power with aftermarket dual-quad induction and modern 12-volt electrics, plus many painted and polished accessories. A GM 700R4 four-speed overdrive automatic transmission offers relaxed cruising, while a modern, dual-circuit master cylinder with vacuum-assist enhances braking.
Additionally with the car is a matching black and gold trailer that carries a restored fiberglass-hulled Duofoil Flying Fish boat from the late 1950s, mildly modified to match the DeSoto with a black and gold finish, tailfins, and Adventurer upholstery.
In 2011, this vehicle was offered for sale at the Amelia Island auction presented by RM Auctions. The car was estimated to sell for $100,000 - $140,000. As bidding came to a close, the car and the boat had been sold for the sum of $110,000, including the buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Apr 2011
This particular example is a replica that offered both the look and performance of an original. It has been given a nut-and-bolt restoration and modification process that began with an original Arizona car - an original Firedome chassis that has been expertly modified to replicate the Adventurer's design features. The interior features correct Adventurer-specification upholstery, added wood-grain dash, door-panel appliqués, and air conditioning. Mechanical features include a conversion to a street rod-style front and rear air-suspension system. The original 345 cubic-inch 'Hemi' V-8 engine provides power with aftermarket dual-quad induction and modern 12-volt electrics, plus many painted and polished accessories. A GM 700R4 four-speed overdrive automatic transmission offers relaxed cruising, while a modern, dual-circuit master cylinder with vacuum-assist enhances braking.
Additionally with the car is a matching black and gold trailer that carries a restored fiberglass-hulled Duofoil Flying Fish boat from the late 1950s, mildly modified to match the DeSoto with a black and gold finish, tailfins, and Adventurer upholstery.
In 2011, this vehicle was offered for sale at the Amelia Island auction presented by RM Auctions. The car was estimated to sell for $100,000 - $140,000. As bidding came to a close, the car and the boat had been sold for the sum of $110,000, including the buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Apr 2011
2011 RM Auctions - Automobiles of Amelia Island
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $100,000-USD $140,000
Sale Price :
USD $110,000
1957 DeSoto Adventurer Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the DeSoto Adventurer
(Data based on Model Year 1957 sales)
1957 DESOTO ADVENTURER Chassis#: 50425972 Sold for USD$47,300 2024 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale AZ | |
1957 DeSoto Adventurer Convertible Chassis#: 50414180 Sold for USD$170,000 2023 RM Sothebys : Hershey | |
1957 DeSoto Adventurer Convertible Chassis#: 50417567 Sold for USD$247,500 2023 Mecum : Indy | |
1957 DeSoto Adventurer Convertible Chassis#: 50414180 Sold for USD$128,800 2023 RM Sothebys : Arizona | |
1957 DESOTO ADVENTURER CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: 50419195 Sold for USD$242,000 2022 Barrett-Jackson : Palm Beach | |
1957 DESOTO ADVENTURER CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: 50414922 Sold for USD$203,500 2022 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale, Arizona | |
1957 DeSoto Adventurer Hardtop Coupe Chassis#: 50412693 Sold for USD$84,000 2020 RM Sothebys : The Elkhart Collection | |
1957 DeSoto Adventurer Sportsman Coupe Sold for USD$47,300 2019 RM Auctions : Auburn Fall | |
1957 DESOTO ADVENTURER CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: 50415283 Sold for USD$231,000 2018 Barrett-Jackson : Palm Beach | |
1957 DESOTO ADVENTURER CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: 50414922 Sold for USD$126,500 2018 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale | |
1957 DeSoto Adventurer Convertible Chassis#: 50417133 Sold for USD$126,500 2017 RM Sothebys : Hershey | |
1957 DESOTO ADVENTURER CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: 50418679 Sold for USD$165,000 2016 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale, AZ | |
1957 DE SOTO ADVENTURER CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: 50414922 Sold for USD$198,000 2015 Barrett-Jackson - Scottsdale | |
1957 DESOTO ADVENTURER CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: 50415283 Sold for USD$275,000 2014 Barrett-Jackson's 43RD Annual Scottsdale Auction | |
1957 DeSoto Adventurer Convertible Chassis#: 50415283 Sold for USD$126,500 2013 RM - The Don Davis Collection | |
1957 DeSoto Adventurer Convertible Chassis#: 50415283 Sold for USD$126,500 2013 RM - The Don Davis Collection | |
1957 Desoto Adventurer Hardtop Sold for USD$92,500 2013 Mecum Auctions - Fran and Ron Green's Verde Classics Museum Collection | |
1957 Desoto Adventurer Hardtop Sold for USD$92,500 2013 Mecum : Boynton Beach | |
1957 Desoto Adventurer Hardtop Sold for USD$51,000 2013 Mecum Auctions - Kissimmee, FL Auction | |
1957 DESOTO ADVENTURER CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: 50417567 Sold for USD$225,500 2012 Barrett-Jackson at Scottsdale, Arizona |
DeSoto Adventurers That Failed To Sell At Auction
1957 DeSoto Adventurer's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1957 DeSoto Adventurer Convertible | 50417133 | 2024 Mecum : Glendale | $150,000 | $250,000 | $260,000 |
1957 DeSoto Adventurer Convertible | 2020 Mecum : Indy | $175,000 | $225,000 | $275,000 | |
1957 DeSoto Adventurer Convertible | 50417567 | 2020 Worldwide Auctioneers : Scottsdale Arizona Auction | |||
1957 Desoto Adventurer Convertible 345/345 HP, Automatic | 2012 Mecum's 25th Original Spring Classic Indianapolis | $170,000 | |||
1957 DeSoto Adventurer Convertible | 50411937 | 2011 Russo and Steele Monterey Auction | |||
1957 Desoto Adventurer Custom Convertible | 2006 The Florida Collector Car Auction | $125,000 |
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