1956 DeSoto

Coupe

330 cu in 5.4L V8 Hemi with 255 hp

Automatic

Clear

Gasoline

She's Perfect! Update 3: Added 2 videos to better show the car's condition. Update 2: If you have questions, want specific pictures, etc, just email or call (602-750-6808). Update 1: I've added more pictures, a link at the bottom so you can hear the car run, and removed the seat cover from the drivers seat to give you a better idea of the upholstery condition. This car has been in the family for over 25 years and drives like a dream. I think the best way to describe her would be as a daily driver that will turn heads wherever you go, she is complete, and she could be a restoration. This is 1 of only 8,475 produced and there are very few in existence. The odometer reads 74,616 and that could be original. The Sportsman came stock with the push button powerflight automatic transmission, power windows, power brakes, and much more. The engine is a 330 cu in 5.4L V8 Hemi with 255 hp and she's smooth with an electronic ignition (I have the original points and condenser). New tires. What else can I tell you about the car? She's perfect for her age! She drops a little oil but I think she's just marking her territory. She was repainted once years ago and while not perfect she's still a stunner from any angle and turns heads. Some of her chrome is pitted, the interior stainless steel is in pretty good/fair condition, the exterior stainless steel is in good condition with the exception of a few dings (look over the rear passenger fender) and the upholstery is due for replacement but the original upholstery is in the car which is good for the pattern. The radio turns on but no sound. Temperature gauge is not working. Driver's door glass is cracked but I have replacement glass with the factory green tint. Driver's door exterior keyhole is in the glove box and keyed correctly. I recently put on new white wall radials. 12V Battery is about a year old. I had the car tuned, brakes reconditioned (honed, etc) then adjusted and she stops straight and true. No major parts are missing. . . in fact I can't think of anything that is missing. My Father considered this one of his daily drivers even, though he did not drive her much, and she was always garaged where he lived in Oregon. Her body is in great shape and there are no signs that she was ever in a accident. As for drivability a little over a year ago I drove her from Corvallis, Oregon to Phoenix, Arizona and it was a blast! I’m happy to answer any questions and serious buyers are welcome to look at the car or send out an appraiser. How rare is the 56 2dr Sportsman FireFlite Coupe? I searched all of the eBay records and cannot find one that has ever sold. What more can I say? She's beautiful, rare, and drives like a dream. VIDEO 1: HEAR THE CAR RUN: https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/27510633/DeSoto%20Start.mp4 VIDEO 2: EXTERIOR: https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/27510633/DeSoto_Outside.mp4 VIDEO 3: INTERIOR: https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/27510633/DeSoto_Inside.mp4 CAR VALUE: https://www.hagerty.com/apps/valuationtools/1956-DeSoto-Fireflite-Sportsman After purchase, I'm willing to store the car in my garage for up to one month. Title can be sent ahead. She's ready for a road trip! THIS CAR IS LOCATED IN MESA (Phoenix) ARIZONA NOTE: All pictures were taken in the last 30 days.