When talking about pre-war and 1920s era vehicles, most folks minds will go to a Model A or Model T Ford. That makes sense, because they were the most common cars of the time! Thus, more Model As and… more»
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Jan 9, 2018 • Uncategorized • 34 Comments
Wisconsin Woods Find! Multiple Cars For Sale
Thanks to Fred H. for spotting this Wisconsin “collection” for sale here on craigslist in Central Michigan(???). Look folks, anyone willing to travel to buy your car will find it themselves, either manually or with searchtempest.com. Show some class… more»
Dec 24, 2017 • Uncategorized • 20 Comments
High Desert Gold! 1957 DeSoto Adventurer
Chrysler went “all in” betting on fins with its completely re-designed 1957 lineup. Designer Virgil “Ex” Exner’s fins graced every Chrysler brand. The Adventurer topped the DeSoto line, and this 1957 DeSoto Adventurer came with the brand’s most powerful… more»
Nov 28, 2017 • Uncategorized • 15 Comments
Nicely Optioned Hemi Coupe: 1955 Desoto Fireflite
Some cars just have certain buzz words that can attract any car enthusiast. For instance, Hemi, Coupe, and factory air conditioning certainly have gathered my attention and perhaps yours as well. There isn’t much info on this Desoto’s history,… more»
Nov 22, 2017 • Uncategorized • 18 Comments
Reasonably Priced: 1950 DeSoto Custom
Post-war DeSotos marked the height for yearly sales for the brand. Over 133,000 were sold in 1950 and they never sold that many again. Even though they shared many parts with their badge-engineered cousins, Desoto doesn’t get much respect… more»
Nov 12, 2017 • Uncategorized • 17 Comments
Vindicated By Time: 1934 DeSoto Airflow Sedan
At one time, Chrysler had a very strong reputation for engineering. Nearly all of that reputation was the result of Walter Chrysler hiring three very talented engineers, and trusting them with many of the decisions that quickly catapulted Chrysler… more»
Nov 4, 2017 • Uncategorized • 17 Comments
Name Game: 1959 Desoto + Parts Car
You’ll put an eye out with those fins! Virgil Exner, like all designers, had his hits and misses. Misses would definitely be his plucked chickens of the early ’60s and the downsized ’62s. Hits would be pretty much anything… more»
Oct 14, 2017 • Uncategorized • 12 Comments
Forward Looker: 1955 DeSoto Fireflite Sportsman
1955 was a pivotal year for the Chrysler Corporation, heralded by the arrival of Virgil Exner’s “Forward Look,” the first range of cars from the company that had been truly styled rather than designed around engineering dictates. Things got… more»
Sep 28, 2017 • Uncategorized • 20 Comments
Cargo Container Find: 1947 DeSoto Deluxe
This DeSoto spent 45 years in a box. It looks really nice in the pictures in the craigslist ad except for the wheels, of course. Otherwise, it looks very original. It was driven for about 35 years before being… more»
Jul 21, 2017 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Family Beauty: 1954 Desoto Firedome Wagon
Are you a wagon fan but can’t seem find the right classic you need? Perhaps you desire a classic station wagon that is more regal and classic than the great muscle haulers of the 1960’s and 1970’s? Well this… more»
Jul 13, 2017 • For Sale • 18 Comments
A Puzzling Car: 1950 Custom DeSoto Custom
Chrysler introduced the DeSoto in 1928 as a mid-priced car. From 1939 until 1952, the Custom was DeSoto’s top of the line model. It came in 2 and 4 door versions and even a long-wheelbase model, the Suburban. This 2… more»
Jul 11, 2017 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Ready To Be Revived: 1936 Desoto Airstream
Recently discovered in a barn after 40 years of hibernation, this 1936 Desoto Airstream has most of its important parts and a solid body making this old sedan an interesting find for sure. Cleaned and coated, this deco era… more»
Jun 18, 2017 • For Sale • 16 Comments
9 Eclectic Finds In Pueblo West
Barn Finds reader Huff sent in this very eclectic collection of 9 classics all for sale from a single seller in Pueblo West, Colorado. They are advertised here on craigslist with a request to call if you want a… more»
Jun 14, 2017 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Stalled Restoration: 1960 Desoto Fireflite
With unique styling, two big fins, and 4 doors, this Fireflite restoration has stalled, but you can be the one to finish it up! With fresh paint, and a pile of parts, this Desoto looks like a great opportunity… more»
Apr 24, 2017 • For Sale • 31 Comments
Calling All Mopar Fans: Mopar Liquidation
For all of the dedicated Mopar fans, you thought that you had an addiction for Mopars? This seller is parting ways with his massive collection of rusty Dodge, Chrysler, Plymouth, and Desotos. There is not a list provided of… more»
Apr 16, 2017 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Ready To Roll Original: 1959 Desoto Firedome
If you have ever desired to have an uncommon, and uniquely designed car, then the Desoto Firedome may be for you. The interestingly styled front bumper with the large fins make for a cool and unique car that there aren’t many left… more»
