Classic DeSoto Cars for Sale
26 listings
Buy & Sell DeSoto Classics. New listings added daily.
DeSoto (1928–1961) was Chrysler's mid-range brand, producing stylish, well-engineered cars. Classic DeSotos feature dramatic 1950s styling with Chrysler's renowned HEMI power.
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United States
1949 DeSoto Custom
$18,995
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United States
1951 DeSoto Custom
$14,995
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United States
1949 DeSoto Custom
$11,995
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United States
1949 DeSoto Custom
$14,995
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United States
1949 DeSoto Custom
$82,995
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United States
1957 DeSoto Adventurer
$54,995
$66,995
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United States
1954 DeSoto Coronado
$15,495
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United States
1953 DeSoto Adventurer
$7,800
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United States
1949 DeSoto Custom
$7,995
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United States
1946 DeSoto Custom
$10,995
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United States
1932 DeSoto Street Rod
$49,995
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United States
1950 DeSoto Custom
$14,495
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United States
1961 DeSoto Adventurer
$52,995
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United States
1959 DeSoto Fireflite
$7,495
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United States
1953 DeSoto S18
$13,995
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United States
1953 DeSoto Adventurer
$7,800
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United States
1959 DeSoto Firedome
$12,495
Dealer
United States
1949 DeSoto Custom
$53,995
Frequently Asked Questions about Classic DeSoto
Among the 15 DeSoto listings on Classic Cars Arena, the 1950s decade is most represented and typically among the most collectible — peak design and engineering for the marque's classic period.
Enclosed transport is the standard for classic vehicles — protects from weather, road debris, and prying eyes. Specialty haulers (Reliable Carriers, Intercity Lines, Passport Transport) charge $1,500–$3,500 for cross-country enclosed transport.
Most states grant classic/antique status to vehicles 25+ years old, including DeSoto models from that era. Specialized insurers (Hagerty, Grundy, American Collectors) offer agreed-value policies for classic DeSoto owners.
Reliability of a classic DeSoto depends heavily on age, prior maintenance, and originality. Pre-1980s mechanical systems are simpler and easier to service; later electronics-heavy models require specialty diagnostic tools. Regular use prevents rubber/seal degradation.
Classic DeSoto prices on Classic Cars Arena range from $2,000 to $61,900, with an average asking price of $19,744 across 15 active listings.
Authenticity verification involves: VIN cross-reference against the build/data plate, engine block casting numbers, transmission codes, rear axle stamps, and option codes. Marque-specific registries and decoder services help confirm matching-numbers status.
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Classic DeSoto Cars — Chrysler's Stylish Mid-Range
DeSoto, introduced by Chrysler Corporation in 1928, produced stylish, well-engineered automobiles for the middle-market buyer. Though the brand lasted only 33 years, DeSoto produced some of the most distinctive and collectible cars of the 1950s.
Most Popular Classic DeSoto Models
The Firedome was one of the first cars to feature Chrysler's legendary HEMI V8 engine. The Fireflite offered premium styling, while the Adventurer was DeSoto's high-performance flagship. Classic DeSotos from the mid-1950s feature Virgil Exner's dramatic "Forward Look" styling with sweeping fins and bold chrome.