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Last seen: February 19, 2026 9:09 pm
Ron, Yes, there was a data book and I have one as well as a color and upholstery album. However, some trim items like the headliner, door side panel...
Ron, Not certain as the color and trim books don't get that specific. However, the '55 DeSoto brochure would appear to indicate that Fireflites with...
Ron, 752 is rose and ivory leather. It's the optional all leather upholstery. Rose is the color that matches well with Emberglow, the peach toned p...
Don, Don't worry, be happy Trying to attach the site map. Hope it works! Mark
Dan, There is a recent thread on this message board that lists a resource for a vendor that renews your existing hood springs. So, assuming you have...
Back in the day many mirrors were added by the dealer. They were sold as accessories through the Parts Department. The dealers likely made a higher ...
Tim, Try this person. He has a yard full of old cars and I believe one of them is a '50 two door sedan. Owner has a full-time job and the cars are ...
Well the special pliers did not work. One set was a standard set of universal spark plug boot removal pliers currently on the market. They are angle...
I contacted a local club member who is a retired GE Appliance engineer. He once owned a '55 New Yorker and does most of his own repairs. He still ha...
Mike, Not a strong lead, but a lead nonetheless. Perhaps they have the hood ornament laying around? Mark
Adding some new photos sent by the seller.