1959 DeSoto Adventurer

In 1959, DeSoto revamped the front end to make it appear wider and lower which gave it a massive appearance on the road. Even the engines were bigger too. The Firesweep beholds a 361 cu. in. V8 while the Firedome and Fireflight increased to 383 cu. inches and the Adventurer models offered a dual four-barrel carburetor. Other improvements include swiveling front seats, air suspension in the rear, electronic headlight dimmer, push-button heater controls and sculpted roofs for more room. Unfortunatley, 1959 would be the last year for DeSoto Station Wagons and Convertibles. Features on the Adventurer included a Torsion-Aire suspension, Level-Cruise, power steering, Safe-Stop power brakes, push button control transmission and sports swivel seats.

1959 DeSoto Adventurer Specification and Production

Model Number	Body Style & Number	Body Type & Seating	Factory Price	Shipping Weight	Total Production
Adventurer Series
492	23	2 dr Sportsman - 6P	$4,427	3,980 lbs	590
495	27	2 dr Convertible Coupe - 6P	$4,749	4,120 lbs	97

Chassis Data

Model	Wheelbase	Overall Length	Width	Front Tread	Rear Tread	Tires
Adventurer	126 in	221.1 in	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	8.50 x 14