Desoto

Rare Drop-Top: 1956 DeSoto Fireflite Convertible

This 1956 DeSoto Fireflite Convertible is a rare classic that spent most of its life in a favorable location. Therefore, it has avoided the rust problems that often plague these vehicles. It presents nicely, wearing most of its original… more»

1-of-602: 1959 DeSoto Adventurer

Occasionally, cars appear on our desks at Barn Finds that are so stunning that identifying their greatest attribute is seemingly impossible. Such is the case with this 1959 DeSoto Adventurer. From its stunning exterior to its well-appointed interior and… more»

The Other Chrysler: 1959 DeSoto Firesweep

In 1959, Ford and Chrysler were learning the same lesson – that there was no market for four or five separate divisions of full-sized cars. With Ford, it was with the Edsel, which had debuted with poor sales the… more»

Parts or Restore? 1956 DeSoto Firedome

One year before all of Chrysler went “fins to the moon” in 1957, some ’56 models showed a glimpse of the future, including the 1956 Plymouth Fury and this 1956 DeSoto Firedome. Designer Virgil “Ex” Exner’s “Forward Look” ’57s… more»

Rare Roller: 1957 DeSoto Firesweep “Shopper”

When Chrysler redesigned their cars in 1957, DeSoto was also treated to Virgil Exner’s trendsetting “Forward Look” styling. DeSoto used that opportunity to introduce the Firesweep as the gateway product. This Firesweep is the rare “Shopper” wagon, meaning it… more»

No Reserve BF Auction: 1948 DeSoto Custom Club Coupe

I’m always ready to tip my proverbial cap to anyone who is willing to put in some extra effort to save a car or find it a better situation. We’ve all bemoaned the salvage yards that clear out their… more»

1 of 700: 1958 DeSoto Firesweep Convertible

For years and years, there were four core brands at Chrysler: Chrysler, Plymouth, Dodge, and DeSoto. However, by 1958 it was becoming apparent that Chrysler had too many players. While there was an industry contraction of about 20%, DeSoto… more»

Rare Older Restoration: 1958 DeSoto Firesweep

The 1958 model year was a tough one for U.S. automobile manufacturers. Due to an economic recession, everyone’s sales were down except for the few that offered compact cars. DeSoto was especially hit hard as Chrysler was trying to… more»

Long-Term Owner: 1959 DeSoto Fireflite

While some motoring brands disappeared due to financial collapse, others found themselves in the dusty pages of history books as their parent companies retired marques to rationalize their offerings. DeSoto falls into the second category, with the final cars… more»

BF Auction: 1949 DeSoto Sedan

If I didn’t become so attached to cars (a real flaw for someone who likes so many of them), I’d love to buy at least one car a year that needs some help, get it back on the road,… more»

Last Day of Production: 1961 DeSoto

Two U.S. automobile brands came to the end of the line in 1960-61. One was the Edsel, Ford’s biggest mistake that shut down early into its third year. The other was DeSoto which had been around since 1928, but… more»

Built Like a Bridge: 1934 DeSoto Airflow

The Airflow was an automobile ahead of its time. Built under both Chrysler and DeSoto brands in the mid-1930s, the Airflow’s design was driven by aerodynamics, so the body was sleeker in appearance than most of its contemporaries. This… more»

Same Family Since 1977: 1960 DeSoto Adventurer

DeSoto had been a Chrysler Corp. brand since the 1920s. But by the 1950s, it was getting to be too much like a Chrysler for buyers to tell the difference. So, in late 1960, almost a year to the… more»

1 of 911! 1961 DeSoto 2-Door Hardtop

I’ve been attending car shows for fifty years and I’ve yet to see a 1961 DeSoto up close and personal. Have you? Only 3,034 were made (911 2-Door Hardtops, 2,123 4-Door Hardtops) before the Chrysler Corporation pulled the plug… more»

Two Owner Barn Find: 1939 DeSoto DeLuxe

The interesting thing I find about cars from the era that produced this 1939 DeSoto was the various body styles that were available. Our subject car, discovered by T.J. is a two-door touring sedan but others were available and… more»

A Warehouse Full Of Classic Cars And Parts!

Barn Finds reader T.J. recently spotted this warehouse chock full of cars and parts for sale in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and we’d like to thank him right off the bat for bringing this large collection to our attention!  Not only… more»

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