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Groucho Marx Pitches the 1952 DeSoto With Power Steering

Posted on May 6, 2021 by MCG

Let’s join Mr. DeSoto himself, Groucho Marx, as he presents an exciting new feature for 1952: power steering.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1952 DeSoto, Chrysler Corporation, Desoto, Groucho Marx

Styled for Tomorrow: The 1955 DeSoto

Posted on January 14, 2021 by MCG

For 1955, the DeSoto line at Chrysler Coporation recieved its boldest styling update in years. The new DeSotos were “Styled for Tomorrow,” the ad guys declared. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1955 DeSoto, Chrysler Corporation, Desoto

The Car From Tomorrow: The 1942 DeSoto

Posted on May 13, 2020 by MCG

With its smooth styling and hidden headlamps, the 1942 DeSoto looked more daring and futuristic than most everything on the road. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1942 Desoto, Airfoil headlamps, Chrysler Corporation, Desoto

Video: Introducing the 1951 DeSoto

Posted on August 31, 2019 by MCG

We’d recognize that smile anywhere. Here’s the story on the new DeSoto lineup for 1951. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Chrysler Corporation, Desoto, DeSoto Grille Teeth

Video: A visit to Your DeSoto-Plymouth Dealer

Posted on June 19, 2019 by MCG

Set your Wayback Machine for circa 1950 as we take a tour of your local DeSoto-Plymouth dealer. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Chrysler Corporation, Desoto, DeSoto-Plymouth Dealers

Video: Introducing the 1950 DeSoto

Posted on January 1, 2019 by MCG

Safety and comfort are the keywords in this classic theatrical spot for the 1950 DeSoto.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Chrysler Corporation, Desoto, DeSoto Sportsman

DeSoto Goes to Hollywood

Posted on December 13, 2018 by MCG

In 1937-39, the Chrysler Corporation recruited America’s greatest celebrities to market the DeSoto line. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Chrysler, Chrysler Corporation, Desoto

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