The DeSoto Firedome was a full-size automobile produced between 1952 and 1959 by the DeSoto division of the Chrysler Corporation. Introduced as DeSoto's premium line of vehicles for the 1952 model year, it retained that position until demoted to the least expensive model for 1955.

The 1956 Fireflite had a longer stroke, 3.80 inches, giving a 330 cubic inch displacement (5.4L). Compression ratio increased to 8.5:1 and power increased to 230 hp (172 kW). [5] It made up 27.39% of DeSoto's sales in 1956. [2] Power seats were $70, while power brakes cost $40. [2]

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Over the course of production, the Firedome was sold as DeSoto's top, intermediate, and entry-level full-size model, and was available in a variety of body styles. DeSoto built the Firedome in three generations: 1st Gen (1952-1954), 2nd Gen (1955-1956), and 3rd Gen (1957-1959).

Aug 30, 2024 · Being a 1956 version, this Firedome hails from the entry-level series, but that's not to say it's a barebones Mopar. DeSoto offered quite a few premium features over its Dodge …

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Jan 4, 2014 · DeSoto offered four models of the Firedome in 1956. These included a convertible, sedan, wagon and hardtop coupe. The car’s success was a combination of smart design, both exterior and interior, and DeSoto’s reputation for engineering excellence.

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The Firedome was the most popular body style in the DeSoto lineup, with nearly 78,000 examples sold, accounting for approximately 71 percent of DeSoto's total 1956 production.