Vehicle Description
On January 11th Of 1956 DeSoto Announced It Had Been Selected To
Pace The 1956 Indianapolis 500. In All Its Gold And White Glory,
The Fireflite Convertible Would Pace The 500 Mile Classic Race. . A
Limited Edition "Pacesetter" Convertible Would Be Available To The
Public.
The S-24 Convertible Pace Car Included Special Paint In Surf White
/ Adventurer Gold (Code 438). Special Trim, Top And Instrument
Panel Safety Cushion, Special Gold Design Gold Wheel Covers, New
"Forward Look" Medallions, Gold Mesh Radiator Grille, Silver
Radiator Grille "V" Medallion, Special Air Scoop Medallion And
Special Gold And White Steering Wheel.
Under the dashboard is Chrysler's "Highway-Hi-Fi" record player
that was manufactured for DeSoto by CBS Electronics.
Features Include:
330 ci / 255 hp HEMI Engine With Motor Number 524-22495 As Also
Indicated On Factory Build Sheet Service Record From Chrysler
Power Flite Automatic Push Button Transmission
Power Steering
Power Brakes
Power Windows
Power Seat
Search Tune AM Push Button Radio
Dual Rear Mounted Antennas
Pace Car Was Equipped With A Rare 15 Jewel 'DeSotomatic"
Self-Winding Steering Wheel Watch Made In Switzerland By
Benrus.
It Has The First In-Car Highway Hi Fi Record Player Available Only
From Chrysler Corporation.
This is a consignment vehicle and the information above was
provided by the current owner. We can make no guarantees as to the
accuracy of the above information. However, please understand as
with all pre-owned automobiles, the described condition is
subjective.
Worldwide Door To Door Enclosed Transport And Low, Long Term
Financing Available.
