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Carrara QLD 699 KMS Convertible Automatic

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This is your chance to own a piece of automotive history; whether you're a collector expanding your classic car portfolio or a private buyer with a passion for vintage rides, this is your opportunity to bid and secure a timeless treasure. This classic vehicle is currently up for auction with Lloyds Auctioneers and Valuers, closing on 30th MAY. You can watch and bid live via the Lloyds website which can be found by following these steps:

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Info about this vehicle:

1929 Desoto K Convertible - Green/Black - 699 Miles - Rare RHD 6-Cylinder AutomaticOverviewThe 1929 Desoto K represents a pivotal moment in automotive history, arriving during the final year before the Great Depression reshaped the industry. Desoto, Chrysler's mid-range marque, positioned the K as an accessible yet sophisticated offering with genuine engineering innovation. This particular example is a right-hand drive convertible, a significant rarity that speaks to its original Australian market destination. The K's inline six-cylinder engine paired with Chrysler's pioneering semi-automatic transmission made it a forward-thinking proposition for the era, combining mechanical simplicity with genuine convenience features uncommon in 1929 production vehicles.This is a genuine barnfind with exceptional originality credentials. The odometer reading of 699 miles suggests either minimal use from new or a long period of storage, preserving the vehicle in a time-capsule state. The two-door convertible body style captures the open-air motoring aesthetic of the late 1920s, whilst the dual-tone green and black livery reflects period colour preferences. Right-hand drive configuration confirms this was built for the Australian market, making it a locally significant piece of automotive heritage.The 1929 Desoto K occupies a sweet spot in classic car collecting: pre-Depression engineering, manageable size, genuine rarity in RHD form, and sufficient originality to appeal to both restoration specialists and preservation-focused collectors. Comparable 1920s American convertibles in similar condition have attracted strong interest at specialist auctions, particularly when RHD variants demonstrate authentic market provenance.Features* 1929 model year, final production year before Depression-era redesigns* Inline 6-cylinder petrol engine, 21.6 cubic inches displacement* Chrysler semi-automatic transmission, period-advanced convenience feature* Four-door convertible body, open-air touring configuration* Four-seat layout, period-correct roadster proportions* Right-hand drive, Australian market specification* Green and black dual-tone exterior finish* Engine number K101401 visible and documented* Odometer reading 699 miles, suggesting minimal use or extended storage* Unregistered status, suitable for restoration, collection, or preservation projectSpecificationsYear: 1929Make: DesotoModel: KBody: ConvertibleEngine: Inline 6-cylinder, 21.6 cubic inchesTransmission: ManualFuel Type: PetrolDoors: 4Seats: 4Steering: Right hand driveOdometer: 699 milesColour: Green/BlackEngine Number: K101401

Vendor Advises
The 1929 DeSoto Six Phaeton was popular, early open-touring car produced by Chrysler. It featured a 6-cylinder engine, hydraulic four-wheel brakes and a three speed transmission.
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Link to current car auction listings with Lloyds: https://www.lloydsonline.com.au/AuctionLots.aspx?stype=0&stypeid=0&kw=car&cid=0&smode=0

Title	1929 Desoto k IN AUCTION AT LLOYDS Convertible
Price	$500
Kilometers	699
Colour	Green/Black
Transmission	Automatic
Fuel	Petrol
Body	Convertible
Cylinders	6
Engine Size	0
VIN	621
Reg Plate	Bassendean
Reg Expiry	-
Stock Number	233682I1