The Champion was considered Studebaker’s “entry-level” model in the late ’40s and ’50s. It was the affordable economy car for the brand and was fairly common. The example at hand is said to have 93k miles and is the seller’s current daily driver. It is for sale on craigslist for $4,700 in Federal Way, Washington. The seller is also open to trades.

The car’s exterior is finished in what could be factory Glacier Green if it’s original. It could definitely benefit from a repaint as the paint is patchy and aged. The seller notes that no rust is present. It would be neat to see this car lowered and painted in a flat black. The top appears finished in black.

The interior is finished in khaki cloth and is likely unoriginal. It’s in good condition with some small stains and blemishes that could potentially be taken care of with a detailing service. The dash and steering wheel seem to be original which is a neat nostalgic feature. For the price, the next owner could justify doing a highly custom-modified interior, or just drive and enjoy it as is.

No engine bay shots are included in the ad. A 6-cylinder, inline engine sends 80 horsepower to the wheels via a 3-speed manual transmission with a column-mounted shifter. This car has been well-cared for and in is great condition considering it’s 75 years old. The fact that the seller drives it to work every day is a testament to its reliability and level of maintenance. It is hard to find a running, vintage vehicle for sale for under 5000 dollars these days. This presents an excellent opportunity to restore a survivor. It could also be left as-is and still be a head-turner. If you are interested in adding this adorable Studebaker to your collection contact the seller on craigslist.