- VIN M430X317931
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The VIN decodes to a 1959 Desoto Firedome.
1959 Desoto Firedome
- Basic
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Model Year1959MakeDesoto
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SeriesFiredomeTrim LevelConvertible
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Base Price$3322.00 USDOriginUnited States
- Axle Type
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Axle TypeSemifloating
- Body
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Body MakerDesotoDoors2
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Weight4015 lbs
- Brakes
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Emergency BrakeOn the drive shaftService4 wheel hydraulic drum
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Rear Brake Size12 in.
- Capacities
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Rear Differential3.5 pt.Fuel Tank23 gal.
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Oil5 qt.Transmission2.75 pt.
- Carburetor
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Carburetor MakeCarter
- Differential
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DifferentialHypoidDifferential Ratio3.31 :1
- Dimension
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Wheelbase126 in.Length219.5 in.
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Height58.9 in.Rear Tread59.8 in.
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Front Tread60.9 in.Width78.3 in.
- Engine
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Brake Horsepower305@4600 hpEngine TypeV8 Valve-in-head
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Cylinders8Compression Ratio10.1 :1
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Engine TypeTorqueflite automaticRated Horsepower52 hp
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LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pinEngine No. LocationOn top front of block near water outlet.
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Engine TypeDual downdraftDisplacement382.9 cu. in.
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Main Bearings5Torque410@2400 ft/lbs
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Bore and Stroke4 1/32 & 3 3/4 in.Valve LiftersHydraulic
- Exterior Colors
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Exterior Colors
- Other Systems Specifications
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Cooling SystemCentrifugal pump with thermostatRadiatorCellular tubular or fin and tube
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Cooling System15 QuartsBattery12
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Exhaust SystemSingleIgnition SystemDistributor and coil
- Standard/Optional Equipment
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Power steeringOptionalPower brakesOptional
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Pushbutton RadioOptional
- Steering Gear
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Steering GearWorm & three tooth roller
- Suspension
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Rear SuspensionLongitudinal leaf springFront SuspensionIndependent torsion bar
- Transmission
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Gears3DriveRear wheel drive
- VIN Data
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VIN LocationOn left front door hinge post.
- Wheels, Rims & Tires
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Tire Size8.5 x 14Spare LocationTrunk
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