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Oxford Diecast Desoto Suburban 1946-48 San Francisco Taxi

Product Code: 87DS46002
6 reviews |
£9.95

The DeSoto Suburban 1:87 scale adds to the series of American Classic cars. The DeSoto Suburban was first made in the USA post World War II in 1946, modelled on the car manufacturer's previous long wheelbase DeSoto cars. However the design of this one was very different from its predecessors. It had four doors and could seat eight people, which had great appeal for families and also provided an opportunity for use as a taxi cab. Weighing nearly two tons, the DeSoto was powered by a Chrysler inline 6 cylinder engine, promising a smooth ride for its occupants. Most DeSotos were fitted with a luggage rack at production stage, providing an additional luggage facility.

TheSan Francisco Taxi is decorated in the familiar US taxicab yellow but sporting bright red masking to the front and rear wings, the external trim is finished in silver and the windows all feature a pale grey tint. The taxi is promoting its fare tariff on the front doors whilst the roof carries the TAXI lightbar. Registered CAL 46 10 K 950, a final detail sees the interior moulded in brown.

Our model is tooled up on the 1946 version of the DeSoto Suburban, which in real life continued in production until 1954.

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    Customer Reviews
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    RM
    02/03/2024
    Richard M.
    United States

    1940s era

    Excellent

    CG
    04/11/2023
    Colin G.
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I recommend this product

    Christmas gift

    Excellent service! As it is a gift I have not opened it yet!

    D
    23/05/2023
    DTG51
    United States United States
    I recommend this product

    Hey Taxi

    Sure, is a beautiful little taxi all shiny and bright. Thanks to Oxford for making such quality products. Can't hardly wait for the Donut Wagon to come out.

    DB
    17/05/2023
    Dennis B.
    United States United States
    I recommend this product

    HO Scale railroad

    I laud the day I "stumbled" onto Oxford Diecast! 98% of what I need for my HO "town" can be found @ OD. And what I find MOST refreshing is the fact that I am receiving OD iterms from the United Kingdom in less time than I do with some of my American contacts!!! I think this calls for a snog! LOL Sorry, I just had to get that in there. God Bless You from a most appreciative and loyal customer...

    WP
    03/04/2023
    WILLIAM P.
    Canada Canada
    I recommend this product

    1946-48 DESOTO TAXI CAB

    I LOVE THIS MODEL ESPECIALLY THE TAXI. WHEN I WAS YOUNG I HAD A RIDE IN A NEW YORK TAXI. IT HAD LEATHER SEATS AND YOU COULD STRETCH YOUR LEGS IN THIS CAR. I HAVE ABOUT FIVE 1946-48 DESOTO TAXIS I WILL TRY TO SEND SOME PICTURES IN THE NEAR FUTURE. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK. I LOVE THE AMERICAN MODELS. BILL

    DC
    14/11/2022
    DAVY C.
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I recommend this product

    Beautiful taxi

    This is a lovely wee taxi. Liked it as soon as I seen it. A1