This is where I sat down and read the whole maintenance history. -Vehicle is on consignment and at our clients home -Please Call First and talk to a rep at 231-468-2809 EXT 1 -Showroom is by appointment only Please Call -If you would like a FREE 1958 Studebaker truck red interior is black manual windows the engine is 1975 500 Cadillac engine rebuilt new carburetor transmission is a 400 turbo rebuilt new radiator manual doors frame work undercarriage is a 1985 Chevy 1 ton 30 series all new 1963 STUDEBAKER GRAN TURISMO IT IS VERY SOLID BODY, FRAME FLOORS AND TRUNK. In the 1970s, the car was re-discovered behind a South Bend gas station and no longer owned by the former employee. sweeping change ever made in truck design since gasoline replaced Studebaker placed the name on hiatus at the end of the 1958 model year. Whats more, your bike doesnt put out any emissions! $13,995.00 Recent Rat Rod Class winner this past F 1952 Studebaker Champion 4 door with suicide rear doors. I am currently working on our 1948 Studebaker Business Coupe (I found the car last year in a barn where it had been sitting since 1972) putting in an LS-3 and 6 speed manual from a 2010 Camaro SS, 430hp that should wake her up.I love the looks of the Studebaker so, except for the drivetrain,plan on keeping everything factory.The ultimate sleeper!! Th. He used Pennzoil 30w religiously. No front seat, or lo. Not running, engine turns. But is there a Studebaker tie-in? The President Classic used the longer 120.5" wheelbase of the Hawks, and like the 19471950 Land Cruisers used the additional length to create a roomier rear passenger area. All wheel disc brakes, hydraulic clutch, and 4 barrel carb. Car runs strong with overdrive. Regal Deluxe 2 Door Strlhardtop Coup The saying goes. The new Land Cruiser exclusively rode the company's longest wheelbase (124in (3,100mm)), which provided additional legroom for rear seat passengers. COMMANDER (6 cyl., 245.6 elec .ignition. Runs and drives good. A longer wheelbase version of the Lark sedan was offered for fleet sales. Complete car, needs front floor board. Last of these cars made last 2 months of production. New wiring through out. 289 V-8 engine, automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes. $3,000 Dealership CC-1656610 1951 Studebaker Commander 1951 StudaBaker Commander Bullet Nose! Legendary designer Virgil Exner turned his pen to designing the Starlight, and its design seems to have attracted as many detractors as admirers. Good to see someones trying to keep this one out of the crusher. Today, that design is something that is refreshingly different and distinct. These new colors included green, blue and tan as well as an opulent silver-gray. Studebaker. Deluxe 2 Door Coup Titled, no motor. 1949 Studebaker Champion Commander For Sale - Chelsea Cars 1949 Studebaker Champion Commander For Sale Make: Studebaker Model: Champion Commander First Registered: 1949 Price: POA Mileage: Colour: Yellow Engine: Gearbox: Manual Power: LHD/RHD: LHD Additional Features: 1949 Studebaker Champion Commander For Sale But 1950 saw the "Next Look in Cars" Studebaker's answer to the other manufacturer's 1949 models. engine, a 700 R4 automatic trans replaced the original 2 speed trans, power steering, manual brakes, Cold Vintage air conditioning. 1949 Studebaker Commander Starlight Coupe Adam Clarke While there are some cars from automotive history which would tend to make rear seat passengers feel claustrophobic due to little or no visibility from the rear seats, the Starlight is not a car that could have that sort of criticism leveled against it. Ive never understood why people think things are too far away. in. Burger X 2. The consent submitted will only be used for data processing originating from this website. But i go to the track to watch my friends 1/4 mile We, 1949 Studebaker 2R5 Custom Pickup TruckVIN: R526530 Do you like old Studebaker trucks? Now my fast cars just sit in the shop while I go enjoy life at a slower speed. horses! This would have been around the year 1949 when new cars were impossible to buy. No convertible was offered in 1953. WeBe Autos Specializes in Marketing and Advertising Muscle, Classic, Vintage and Specialty Cars. And i nascar , i dont drive but i am always willing to let someone merge in . And my own situation was similar I bought a 50 Commander that had been sitting for years and got it running.The more I use it, the better it runs and drives several inoperative things have begun working again on their own. After all, if only 10% have survived after 73 years, that could equate to maybe just a couple of hundred left. The first Commander, in 1927, was a continuation of the mid-range Special Six, with a 226cuin (3.7L) engine. On the hood and trunk, they removed the M-B look-alike and on the Commander, replaced it with a large gold 8 in the middle of a chrome V (basically they removed one of the three arms of the "star", changing it into a "v".) Example I replaced the original seats in my dodge with modern dodge seats but the old ones will bolt right back in should I change my mind later on. No. I recall people used to stand and stare at them in amazement as they passed by wondering which way they were going. Keep me in the conversation via email. :-) My grandmother had the foresight to have put a shower curtain and two old towels down for my mom to lie on. Hope this one finds a loving home. enclosed inside the doors of the driver's cab! Not Many Left Gateway Classic Cars of Dallas is pleased to offer this classic, rare Studebaker Wagon for sale. But Im not about to give up my reliance on my cars at age 82 especially in these Michigan winters where I live. Zoom Classic Cars proudly presents this 1960 Studebaker Hawk. RULES: No profanity, politics, or personal attacks. $24,995 Dealership CC-1649242 1931 Studebaker Commander Charlie is right about the Studey engines. Here is a nice cruiser or daily driver that you can enjoy and take to the shows and cruise ins. 125k invested, asking $85k. The design were completely new and very different from prewar cars. Bring help to push. The body style was shared with the President and Commander series for 1936. Want a `51 cvt.? This prestigious accolade represents the continued growth of the company, and ClassicCars.com's dominance as the world's largest online marketplace for The famous designer, Eleanor LeMaire was retained to brighten up the interiors of the new cars. Im a fair-weather bicyclist, too. New paint in 2019. The first series would have a production run from 1947-49, which included the seller's '49 Commander Regal DeLuxe convertible. Off the road since 1964 and stored indoors, this drop-top project is available here on Barn Finds Classifieds. Free shipping. Studebaker Champion Commander Shop Manual 1947, 1948, and 1949; published by the Studebaker Corporation, 252 pages. That vast expanse of rear glass offers panoramic views in every direction. Cheaper than airfare and more reliable than a test drive. The upside-down tri-star was used elsewhere in the car. I love biking 1949 Studebaker Commander. The first series would have a production run from 1947-49, which included the sellers 49 Commander Regal DeLuxe convertible. of Lucas engine oil stabilizer in the engine on the next oil change. I recycle but realise that whatever i do as an individual is instantly negated by corporate ! If you want to get rid of the smoke put a qt. 1955 Studebaker Commander in Christiansburg, VA This Studebaker was garage kept all its life. The price of the 1950 Land Cruiser went down to $2187. There were three basic models the Light Six, the Special Six and the Big Six, developing 40bhp (30kW; 41PS), 50bhp (37kW; 51PS), and 60bhp (45kW; 61PS) respectively at 2000rpm. Thats not surprising. .I guess that means the backseat will have to be reupholstered. Raymond Loewy and his firm did the design work and would go on to help Studebaker with several cars into the 1960s, including the Avanti. For 1956, an upscale President Classic sedan was offered. The Champion and Commander are the same from the firewall back except trim. V8, 4sp, 8 lug wheels. to shy away from the 55 Studebakers. We use cookies and browser activity to improve your experience, personalize content and ads, and analyze how our sites are used. New headroom! If thats what it takes, thats what it takes. While other manufacturers settled for re-chroming their pre-war models, the 1947 Studebaker, touted as "First by Far with a Postwar Car", had a completely new body. Free shipping. Filters Sort. Better off finding one. 1960 champ with a studebaker 289 with aftermarket fitec fuel injection, four speed trans and true duel exhaust. I really like the looks of these. This is a car youre not likely to see very often in any condition. 1950 Studebaker R2 Pickup truck on a 1986 Monte Carlo SS chassis. Suicide Doors. 4 door with suicide doors, No motor no trans. It has a 307 V8 chevy 4bbl carb and a 200 R4 automatic with switched over drive from a Gran 1966 Studebaker Cruiser 61900 mi. 1941 Studebaker Commander For Sale Near Lansing Michigan. Price: Best Offer. Barn find . Books list the torque, but I disagree with their stated figures. easy even for short men! I dont do it because of emissions It features outstanding body features and body flaring. Suicide Doors. From last 2 months of production. Studebaker distinctions for '49 Located in Auburn, Washington, the Studebaker is listed for sale here on Craigslist. Since it was a sellers market after WWII, Studebaker felt no need to change the basic design of the car, even though they knew that other makers would have new cars in 1949. Vintage A/C and heat. Wonderful car, I have no room, someone jump on this. No more standing I stop for pedestrians and cyclists If interested Please SEND me a phone number for a return phone call. 1949 Studebaker Commander. 4 door with suicide doors, No motor no trans. The original owner was a rep for Colt, and drove the wheels off the car, but never considered getting a newer model. In addition, the company did not have the financial resources to add another body type to the model line. Beautifully restored and presented in the period-correct shade of Tiara Gold with Arctic White fins. We may not love the same cars but we are nevertheless bound by the same passion 1928 Studebaker Commander in Cadillac, MI The car now runs, drives, and stops well, and the 3-speed overdrive transmission also works perfectly. 1945 Studebaker Rat Rod Truck with a 302, five speed transmission new tires and all tuned up the car is super cool to drive and fast. Huge cabs with nearly 23% increased Similar one in museum in South Bend. What it DID get was faithful oil changes and other maintenance its whole life. [1]:p259, After this, the three cars were closely scrutinised, part by part, and it was established that they were strictly stock automobiles, identical in every respect to those available at any Studebaker showroom. 1949 Studebaker Four Door Sedan. This example is no excep 1959 Studebaker Lark Every muscle car enthusiast knows what an STP sticker looks like. In the upper part, the Commander had a gold 8 while the Champion a gold S. This could be something as simple as a sticking piston ring from the years of inactivity, and it could potentially settle after some ongoing use. Would I recommend my techniques to everyone? Naturally, there was plenty of work to do to return the car to the land of the living. Filters. Frame Boxed with Cross bracing a, Rare 1949 Studebaker Champion Royal Deluxe convertible. The 1952 Land Cruiser was the last to use real glass for the tail and parking light lenses. good interior, front seats non-original. This can probably be attributed to the introduction of the lively new Studebaker V8 engine that year. We need to step outside our modern paradigm to appreciate cars built for around-town driving, dirt roads, or narrow concrete ribbons. Restomod +LS +new frame+Brakes,suspension, One of a kind for sure but for me it cant be stock , i would fall asleep driving this jalopy, think Id wanna replace the front clip with a 1950/51. The back window and back of the car have always reminded me of what a submersible should look like. Spent 50 years stored in a barn in Southern Illinois. 1949 to 1962 Studebaker Vehicles for Sale. Barn Finder Ken spotted this Starlight for us, so thank you so much for that Ken. 1955 Studebaker Commander 2 Door OFFERS or TRADES WELCOME) REDUCED to $11500 V8 3-speed on the tree New radial tires Frame-off restoration in 2000 One family owner All original bright work redone New interior Engi PRICE DROP Selling this rare 1949 STUDEBAKER pick up truck. The reason Im selling is because my wife has been out of work for 3 months now and Studebaker commanders .. v8 auto 1 has 68k mile will need fuel pump installed unique rare find of American made history .. 3rd owner ? [3]:p239, In 1929, Studebaker added an 8-cylinder Commander to the range.[4]. The rear seat, dash, and headliner all look to be quite good, but the front seat will need a new cover, and the door trims could really benefit from reupholstering. buying and selling classic and collector vehicles. Someone told me they had come via Switzerland . New carburetor, alternator, converted to 12 volt system. Certainly, the days of 1,000-mile oil-change intervals are long gone. Studebaker distinctions for '49. Studebaker Performance, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Studebaker_Commander&oldid=1114340407, Short description is different from Wikidata, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 6 October 2022, at 00:56. Nothing to be sorry for, Ken. 24,995 1949 Studebaker Truck pickup black manual It is powered by a completely restored 170hp Flathead Champ engine with 4-speed manual transmission. Distance. 4 door with suicide doors, No motor no trans. Manage Settings V8, Automatic, Power Steering & Brakes. Engine horsepower increased to 127 as the result of a 0.5 compression increase (to 7.5). It is all original with 90 percent original paint, having only the hood repainted due to sun fading. decorator-fabric upholsteries New body colors 1949 Studebaker Pickup, runs good, great if you want to do more restoring or enjoy it as is. Studebaker Box, Needs finishing touches, New Tires, Just had new windshield installed. Regal Deluxe 2 Then it was changed to the 245. Restore it to showroom condition and enjoy it. Located in Elkart Indiana. No its not a bullet nose, but still pretty cool. It is an amazingly well built car, in terms of fit and finish, compared with a low priced three of the time. 1949 Studebaker Four Door Sedan. Back in 2000, NADA gave the 1949 Land Cruiser a low-to-high value range of $2,850-$7,475, with "average retail" landing at $5,325. The Stude truck came out towing the International. And thats OK. Not everyone does. 4 door with suicide doors, No motor no trans. I can generally tell within 5 minutes if Im buying the car or not. In his advertisement, the owner does make some claims about the book value of this Studebaker, and those are pretty close to the mark. Land Cruiser (6 Yolo. I don't have the time or ability to work o second owner all original miles new tires 2021 tags smog in hand show contact info. The Champion nose wont. trim rings or discs optional at extra cost on all models. Im glad youre not so we can be friends!, Yeah, i get it ! Yet they get away with it. The front clip does not meet at the doors. Haggle Me (855) 232-1831. I remember when oil-changes were recommended every 1,000 miles. Extremely beautiful vehicle with 65,370 original miles, every. to drive as well as to look at. See details, photos and videos of each 1941 Studebaker Commander. Use Classics on Autotrader' intuitive search tools to find the best classic car, muscle car, project car, classic truck, or hot rod. Someone buy this car, return it to glory, and show it off. The car is not perfect, but it is a really solid example of a quite unusual and interesting car, and good examples do sell for prices of around $20,000. cushions (standard except on Champions), Automatic overdrive, R1 V8 *4 Speed Manual *Recently Rebuilt Single 4 Barrel Carburetor *Recently Rebuilt Power Steering *Recently Rebuilt Power Front Disc Brakes *Air Conditioning *1 of 91 Produced w/ A/C & 4 Speed * 1963 Studebaker Lark Wagonaire, rare sliding roof wagon, Green Metallic with matching interior, 259 cu in 140 HP V8, 3-speed transmission, fully serviced, funky and fun! overdrive, or stay below 50 mph. ClassicCars.com has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States, successfully making the Inc. 5000 list in both 2015, CHAMPION (6 cyl., 169.6 cu.in., 80 h.p. and likely the interior will need a complete restoration. One more here for the bullet nose this one lacks. Showing low miles. In most cases where people say Id buy this if it werent so far away, I suspect they wouldnt actually buy it if it were two blocks away. In 2016 The Journal, brought to you by ClassicCars.com, was celebrated as the SECOND MOST INFLUENTIAL automotive blog in the world by NFC Performance. Good luck with the sale. Please Note The Following *Vehicle Location is at our clients home and Not In Used 1962 Studebaker GT Hawk Grand Torisimo Classic Original Rare Car OAK LAKE RV SALES FULL SERVICE SHOP & CAMPGROUND 1962 Grand Torisimo Features and Options: Classic 1962 Studebaker GT Hawk Grand Torisimo *289 V8 o 1962 Studebaker Champ 8' long bed 3/4 ton pickup. ClassicCars.com's first-class Customer Support team with a Stevie Bronze Award in 2019, celebrating the team's skills as exemplary customer support specialists. Of course it needs work to make it a show car. But the engines suffered from overheating, and on the Champion, oil filters were an extra cost option, my father did not opt, the engine was toast at 40,000 miles. Dont give me too much credit Modern radio/CD. This particular Starlight may not be perfect, but it does appear to be a solid car with only a few very minor rust issues. My, how times change. THE ENGINE HAD A COMPLETE OVERHA 1962 Studebaker Gran Turismo V8 3spd, straight body, good interior, runs and drives. I for one, would do the same. for wheelbase, they're tops in modern design and dollar value. cu.in., 100 h.p. 6 cylinder, 3 speed. Studebaker. The 1950 Champion differed from the Commander, which had a distinctive bumper, carried over from 1949, longer front fenders and large headlight bezels, as well as a distinctive jet-style hood ornament and shared an appearance with the 1949 Ford Sedan. When the prototype convertible was no longer needed, engineer E. T. Reynolds ordered the car to be stripped and the body sent to the secret graveyard at the company's proving grounds west of South Bend. Deluxe 2 Door Starlighardtop Coup 2 Door Sedan The asking price is $7,500 and youll have to come to Deerfield, New Hampshire for the pick-up. And sometimes the car is even better than expected, such as the mint, lo-mile original Corvair I had shipped up here to Oregon this month from east Texas. Before the interstates, most of us never expected to go more than 55 mph. Find new and used 1949 Studebaker Commander Classics for sale by classic car dealers and private sellers near you. When the other items ran their course, they were replaced by non-tri-star items. This model was built on the longer wheelbase chassis and was a better equipped and more luxurious version of the 4-door Lark and was designed to harken back to the Studebaker Land Cruiser sedans of the late Forties and early Fifties. They agreed to let the employee purchase the car on the condition that the employee never sell it. Suicide Doors. New legroom! Either that, or theyre just being realistic about not having the skill to purchase a vehicle sight-unseen and not get burned on the deal. The trucks are America's newest and finest-the There were also fewer frame re-enforcements than in subsequent years. The 1953 Land Cruisers were complete departure from the 47-52 models. Super fun truck. Once again, the Land Cruiser had its own wheelbase, at 119"; the Commander now shared the 115" wheelbase of the Champion models. In 1935, the Commander was dropped from Studebakers product line, only to be reinstated in 1937 when the name was applied to Studebakers least expensive range formerly known as the Studebaker Dictator. Solid car for the year. I wonder what it would take to get this one in minimally acceptable (drive-able) condition. But that was in terms of display prototypes whereas Studebaker had new 47 models in their showrooms by the Summer of 1946. Runs smooth with its 6 cylinder and 6 volt system. Today, this respected resource pegs the range at $7,250-$31,600, with average retail being $18,100. . The Vehicle was restored by a body shop in OK that repainted the car gold metallic over its original faded beige-colored exterior. This engine didnt have speed but the torque was unreal. It was parked with some sort of an engine issue at what may be 131,000 miles. This is a very nice 55 Stude with a 350 and 350 tranny and a 5 speed stick. Too bad this one is so far away. We and our partners use cookies to Store and/or access information on a device. Studebaker also again rolled out an extended wheelbase model of the Commander, the Land Cruiser. I agree, Scott. The Land Cruiser name officially returned in 1941 and 1942. The Commanders engin was 226cid until 1950. This car restomodded would be rockin at cars and coffee. IT HAS THE ORIGINAL 289 V8 WITH CHROME VALVE COVERS, ALSO SOME PERFORMANCE ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT, ELECTRIC FUEL P 1955 Studebaker Champion. The owner of this particular car has priced it at $8,500 OBO, which does seem like quite a good buy. The Stevie Awards, the world's premier business awards recognized 1949 Studebaker Commander. From 19371940, the car was classified as the Commander Cruiser and President Cruiser. Sign in now to prevent your Saved Listings from expiring. A RARE and cool car retractable roof for surfboards . This convertible is listed on eBay in Dallas, Texas with a BIN of $8,500 . We can ship to your location. Their classic lines make for one fine hot rod. Studebaker was known in the industry for building a stout automobile, one that performed well and withstood the test of time.

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