If you’ve ever dreamed of being a conquistador, this black beauty could sort of scratch that itch. Named after the famous Spanish explorer, Hernando de Soto, the DeSoto line was a lower-priced version of the Chrysler and was originally… more»
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Jul 14, 2021 • For Sale • 17 Comments
1 of 623: 1950 DeSoto Custom Suburban
The 1950 Desoto Suburban was perfect for transporting the Waltons or the Brady Bunch. It sat nine people, including the driver, on three bench seats. But with a wheelbase of 140 inches and 224 inches in length, it probably… more»
Jul 14, 2021 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Post-War Survivor: 1949 DeSoto Custom
During its tenure at Chrysler Corp., the DeSoto was sandwiched between Dodge and Chrysler in terms of styling and amenities. 1949 would reflect the first new design since World War II, but they were detailed in getting to market… more»
Feb 17, 2021 • For Sale • 37 Comments
1 of 12 Left? 1958 DeSoto Firesweep Convertible
The Firesweep was DeSoto’s entry level model from 1957-59 during Chrysler’s “Forward Look” years. What a bodacious era the late 1950s were for automotive design as almost every car maker went to one styling extreme or another. This ’58… more»
Jan 17, 2021 • For Sale • 32 Comments
Early Aerodynamics: 1934 DeSoto Airflow
The Airflow was built by Chrysler Corp. between 1934-37. It was the first full-size American production car to use streamlining as a basis for production. Chrysler, DeSoto and Imperial all had their versions of the Airflow whose aerodynamic shape… more»
Jan 6, 2021 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Rare Woodie: 1949 DeSoto Deluxe Station Wagon
Wood-bodied station wagons were on their way out by the end of the 1940s. They were expensive to build relative to the number that were sold. Steel-bodied wagons were starting to materialize and would be the way to go… more»
Dec 27, 2020 • For Sale • 10 Comments
BF Classifieds: 1918 Oldsmobile Model 45 And More
This 1918 Oldsmobile Model 45 7-passenger Touring Car is one of approximately 8,100 produced. It appears to be in really nice shape but that’s about all we know. However, the seller has listed not just the Oldsmobile but 26… more»
Dec 3, 2020 • For Sale • 24 Comments
1959 DeSoto Fireflite Sportsman Barn Find!
In the late 1950s, the auto industry was witnessing the collapse of the Edsel, Ford’s ambitious effort that flamed out after little more than two years on the market. Fewer noticed the decline that DeSoto was experiencing over… more»
Aug 9, 2020 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Aerodynamic Re-Do: 1934 DeSoto Airflow
Chrysler Corp.’s Airflow was an effort in aerodynamics that didn’t quite impress the buying public. Chrysler, DeSoto and Imperial all had their versions of the Airflow during the mid-1930s and pop culture ranks it just behind the Edsel as… more»
Jul 11, 2020 • For Sale • 28 Comments
No Reserve: Rare 1957 DeSoto Explorer Wagon
Desoto, what an unusual name for a car. Usually cars are named for their founders like Ford, Olds(mobile), Chrysler, Dodge, Chevrolet, etc. But picking a somewhat random Spanish explorer is a bit different. Why not a Magellan, Columbus, Balboa,… more»
Apr 13, 2020 • For Sale • 24 Comments
BF Classified: Magnificent 1948 DeSoto Club Coupe
While brands like Chevrolet, Ford and Dodge are stock in trade, defunct marques like Plymouth, Mercury, Pontiac and Oldsmobile still get their share of press here at Barn Finds. But things get even more interesting when we reach further… more»
Apr 6, 2020 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Hidden Surprise: 1950 DeSoto Deluxe Carry-All
For such a seemingly unassuming sedan, this 1950 DeSoto Deluxe Carry-All has a sweet surprise hiding within its restored Andante Green candy shell. Yes, this car has been restored, it’s not a dusty barn find. My apologies for that… more»
Apr 2, 2020 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Fintastic Driver! 1957 DeSoto Adventurer
After some dabbling with fins in 1956, Chrysler went “all in” with fins across its brands for the all-new Virgl Exner-penned 1957 redesigns. This flashy 1957 DeSoto Adventurer in Hardy, Virginia flicks its tail fins at the world, punctuated… more»
Mar 26, 2020 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Hemi-Powered Project: 1955 DeSoto Firedome
If there was ever a car that sounded like it belongs in a James Bond movie it’s this 1955 DeSoto Firedome. What a great name and a great line of cars with an interesting history of moving up and… more»
Mar 18, 2020 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Hemi-Equipped: 1956 DeSoto Firedome
This 1956 DeSoto Firedome Sedan has been languishing in this barn since the 1980s. When it was recently dragged out of hiding, it packed a bit of a surprise. Classics from this era were renowned for developing some pretty… more»
Jan 7, 2020 • For Sale • 33 Comments
Hemi Powered: 1957 DeSoto Firesweep Sportsman
Since the dawn of the automotive era, many manufacturers have come and gone. For me, DeSoto is one of the more interesting, because while many of its problems were self-inflicted in the style of the infamous Edsel, it is… more»
