1955 Desoto Fireflite Convertible. The picture shows in detail the rear spare wheel, called the Continental kit. The 'Continental kit" was a popular styling option in the '50s. The spare wheel was mounted in a distinctive housing with lots of chrome on or at the rear of the car.
The picture shows part of the rear ven the car with the "Continental kit" as the centrepiece. The car is finished in red with lots of chrome details, bumpers etcetera.
The photo was taken in Havanna, Cuba.
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