1928 DeSoto Race Special
1928 DeSoto Race Special
2,790cc Flathead 6-Cylinder Engine
Approx. 45bhp
2 Edmunds Carburetors
Direct Drive
Front and Rear Live Axles with Leaf Springs
Rear Drum Breaks
*Unique vintage racer
*Older restoration in good condition
*Knobby tires ready for the dirt track
*Simple design perfect for vintage racing novices
THE 1928 DESOTO RACE SPECIAL
When it comes to cars bred for competition, one of the key tenets in their construction is to include only what is entirely essential for faster lap times. This 1928 DeSoto Race car, owned by the consigner since October of 2010, has not strayed the least bit from that ethos despite its advanced age.
The number of key components on this racer can principally be counted on one hand. Up front sits an inline 6 Chrysler flathead engine. Introduced in 1926, this motor was a derivative of an earlier 4 cylinder design and was produced initially as a 3 liter and later a 2.8 liter. By 1928 power output was rated at 45 horsepower- more than enough for this little race car. Fuel is delivered via two Edmunds carburetors.
Beyond the powerful engine, the rest of the racer remains relatively simple. Solid axles front and rear suspended both by leaf springs are charged with the task on maintaining tire contact on the track surface, and with knobby tires in back, dirt ovals are where this DeSoto really shines. In the cockpit, the driver is given one pedal for gas, a wheel for steering, and a lever for the set of drum brakes on the rear axle. Power is directly driven out back without the need for a transmission or gears- this racer keeps everything very simple for its brave operator.
As with so many racing specials of the pre, and immediately post war period, a competition history is lost to time. This presents the new owner with an intriguing research project, as well as a 'racing by the seat of one's pants' single-seater so typical of the period. The older restoration still holds up well today and all throughout components appear to be in proper condition. For those courageous individuals, the thrills provided by this simple racing car should be hard to beat.
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1928 DeSoto Race Special
2,790cc Flathead 6-Cylinder Engine
Approx. 45bhp
2 Edmunds Carburetors
Direct Drive
Front and Rear Live Axles with Leaf Springs
Rear Drum Breaks
*Unique vintage racer
*Older restoration in good condition
*Knobby tires ready for the dirt track
*Simple design perfect for vintage racing novices
THE 1928 DESOTO RACE SPECIAL
When it comes to cars bred for competition, one of the key tenets in their construction is to include only what is entirely essential for faster lap times. This 1928 DeSoto Race car, owned by the consigner since October of 2010, has not strayed the least bit from that ethos despite its advanced age.
The number of key components on this racer can principally be counted on one hand. Up front sits an inline 6 Chrysler flathead engine. Introduced in 1926, this motor was a derivative of an earlier 4 cylinder design and was produced initially as a 3 liter and later a 2.8 liter. By 1928 power output was rated at 45 horsepower- more than enough for this little race car. Fuel is delivered via two Edmunds carburetors.
Beyond the powerful engine, the rest of the racer remains relatively simple. Solid axles front and rear suspended both by leaf springs are charged with the task on maintaining tire contact on the track surface, and with knobby tires in back, dirt ovals are where this DeSoto really shines. In the cockpit, the driver is given one pedal for gas, a wheel for steering, and a lever for the set of drum brakes on the rear axle. Power is directly driven out back without the need for a transmission or gears- this racer keeps everything very simple for its brave operator.
As with so many racing specials of the pre, and immediately post war period, a competition history is lost to time. This presents the new owner with an intriguing research project, as well as a 'racing by the seat of one's pants' single-seater so typical of the period. The older restoration still holds up well today and all throughout components appear to be in proper condition. For those courageous individuals, the thrills provided by this simple racing car should be hard to beat.
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