Why people loved classic DeSoto cars (and what they wanted to …
Dec 17, 2019 · Naturally, some DeSoto owners have their pet peeves and dislikes about the car: “The DeSoto has a very slow getaway with automatic transmission in high range. . . . In my …
DeSoto cars, 1928-1961, with specifications - Allpar Forums
1956 DESOTO FIREFLITE, S-24: News for DeSoto was the change-over to the 12-volt electrical system, and the adoption of the push-button operated PowerFlite automatic transmission as …
The origin of DeSoto cars (a Chrysler division) - Allpar Forums
DeSoto's slogan was no joke. The DeSoto pace car was a fire-breather equipped with the Adventurer's engine. With DeSoto Division president L. Irving Woolson at the wheel, the …
Illustrated Plymouth & DeSoto Buyer's Guide – DeSoto: 1940s
Nov 16, 2020 · Calendar years sales of 62,860 for 1946 put DeSoto up one notch, to 13th place over its 1942 showing. Despite increased sales, DeSoto's market share slipped in each of the …
1928-1957 Chrysler, Dodge, Plymouth, Fargo, and DeSoto Car, …
Jan 14, 2021 · 1928-1957 Chrysler, Dodge, Plymouth, Fargo, and DeSoto Car, Truck, and Military Vehicle Model Data Guide by Gerald Wilson The model chart was an annual publication which …
DeSoto: The early years - early DeSoto cars - Allpar Forums
The calendar year production showed 64,911 DeSotos with proud new owners. Over the first year of production, DeSoto built and sold 81,003 units. This was a sales record that stood for 30 …
Illustrated Plymouth & DeSoto Buyer's Guide – DeSoto: 1929-1939
Nov 16, 2020 · DeSoto finished calendar year 1928 in 18th place, rising to 14th by end of 1929. DeSoto for 1930 Starting with cars built after July 1st (some sources say August 15, 1929), the …
The Chrysler-Plymouth-Dodge-DeSoto Fluid Drive - Allpar Forums
Nov 16, 2020 · The Chrysler-Plymouth-Dodge-DeSoto Fluid Drive by Sam Chase Chrysler's first fluid drive cars were introduced in 1939. They were equipped with a standard 3-speed manual …
Illustrated Plymouth & DeSoto Buyer's Guide – DeSoto: 1950s-1961
Nov 16, 2020 · DeSoto built its two-millionth car during the year, which happened to be its 30th anniversary as well. 1958 was a recession year for the industry and automobile sales fell …
DeSoto and Chrysler Airflow car - Allpar Forums
The Chrysler and DeSoto Airflow were unveiled at the 1934 New York auto show, before production cars were available. This, with the unique styling, was its downfall, as Curtis …