One thing I have discovered at Barn Finds is that we experience either a feast or a famine with certain makes and models. The Studebaker GT Hawk is a prime example. We saw one of these in December 2025, and then there was nothing. However, this 1963 GT Hawk is the fifth to cross our desks in a month. It is a genuine barn find that has hibernated since 1981. It is essentially complete and a rock-solid project candidate, offered with No Reserve by the seller. You will find the Studebaker here on eBay in Casa Grande, Arizona. Bidding sits at a mere $500 with plenty of time for readers to stake their claim on this beauty.
Launched for the 1962 model year, the Studebaker Gran Turismo Hawk was, as its model designation suggests, a genuine Grand Tourer. It featured a comfortable interior and enough power to guarantee effortless long-distance cruising. Our feature car left the factory in 1963, ordered by its first owner in Regal Red. It would have been a striking vehicle in its prime, and I see no reason why the winning bidder couldn’t recapture its former glory. It has hibernated since 1981, and only recently emerged from hiding. It is missing its back bumper, but otherwise seems complete. The paint shows age, but with no major panel shortcomings, refreshing the exterior should be relatively straightforward. “But what about rust?” I hear you ask. Well, the news is positive on that front. The exterior surfaces are clean, while the underside shots reveal nothing worse than heavy surface corrosion. Addressing it to prevent deterioration would be wise. However, with no steel penetration, the grinder and welder can remain snugly tucked away in the cupboard. The trim essentially looks acceptable for a driver-grade restoration, and the glass is clear.
Lifting the Hawk’s hood reveals a 289ci V8. I’m unsure which version this is, but it would have sent at least 210hp and 300 ft/lbs of torque to the rear wheels via a three-speed automatic transmission when the car was shiny and new. The seller indicates that a previous owner parked the car in a barn in 1981, but is unsure why. They say the water and oil are clean, but not whether the engine turns over. Reassuringly, they haven’t attempted to coax the motor back to life. That is a task for the winning bidder, and since the V8 remains untouched, they can follow their preferred approach. I will say that if the engine spins, it may not take much effort to have it purring once again.
This Studebaker’s interior is a surprise packet. The driver’s seatcover is badly torn, and the foam is crumbling. The carpet is fit for the skip, and the faux timber dash fascia is marked in several places. However, the remaining trim looks remarkably good. The first step for the buyer to consider is treating everything to a deep clean. That should produce pleasing results, revealing that the identified components may be the only ones requiring replacement. The air conditioning unit is swinging in the breeze, but the gauges look nice, and the car retains its factory radio.
The automotive world lost many manufacturers in the post-war years. Studebaker soldiered on gamely until March 1966, when its last passenger car left the line. I have always considered it crucial to preserve vehicles from defunct marques so that future generations can gain an insight into what the world has lost. This 1963 Studebaker GT Hawk is a prime candidate for that approach, and the No Reserve factor makes it tempting. It may have only received three bids, but the listing statistics suggest the action may intensify. Therefore, how hard would you be willing to fight to take this promising project home?
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