1946 DeSoto Sedan
“The New DeSoto. America’s newest new car.”
The 1946 model DeSotos were a continuation of the new line introduced for the abbreviated 1942 season. Numerous styling changes were made to update the look. The unique hidden headlights used in 1942 were replaced by traditional exposed units and were the most obvious change for the postwar cars. A new grille was composed of narrow vertical chrome strips. Other changes up front included new hood and wraparound bumpers, common to most Chrysler products this year. Also new were front fenders that faded into the doors and slightly revised rear fender lines. Interior trim was slightly upscale from the 1942 offerings, and included a larger steering wheel to allow the driver a full view of the instrument panel.
Model year production: 63,952, up 166.30% from 1942.
Domestic market share: 2.90% (12th place).
Base price range: $1,331 to $2,193
Models Available
DeLuxe 2-Door Coupe, 3-p.
DeLuxe 2-Door Sedan, 6-p.
DeLuxe 2-Door Club Coupe, 6-p.
DeLuxe 4-Door Sedan, 6-p.
Custom 2-Door Brougham Sedan, 6-p.
Custom 2-Door Club Coupe, 6-p.
Custom 2-Door Convertible, 5-p.
Custom 4-Door Sedan, 6-p.
Custom 4-Door Sedan, 7-p.
Custom 4-Door Sedan Limousine
Custom 4-Door Suburban, 9-p.
Measurements
Wheelbase: 121.5"
Length: 207.3"
Width: 75.7"
Height: 66.4"
Legroom—front: 41.8"
Legroom—rear: 41.5"
Headroom—front: 37.0"
Headroom—rear: 37.0"
1946 DeSoto Custom Convertible Club Coupe
