In the annals of U.S. automotive survival, the Avanti story is a very noteworthy one, especially seeing this limited-purpose, highly esteemed model, still in production as late as 1980 – eighteen years after job one rolled off of then… more»
Avanti II
Nov 29, 2022 • For Sale • 19 Comments
The Avanti Lived On! 1980 Avanti II
When Studebaker ended U.S. production of its automobiles in late 1963, the short-lived Avanti touring car would be one of the casualties. But only for a short time. Two Stude dealers bought the name and equipment to continue making… more»
Aug 1, 2022 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Loewy Lovely: 1974 Avanti
As time marches on we forget more of our past. New generations see an item and know little of its origin. Take for example this immaculate 1974 Avanti II for sale on craigslist in Kirkland, Washington for $26,500. Few… more»
Apr 9, 2022 • For Sale • 13 Comments
History Lives On! 1982 Avanti II
When Studebaker closed its South Bend, Indiana manufacturing plant at the end of 1963, everyone who had been following the new Avanti thought that was the end for the car. While Studebaker would keep building automobiles in Canada into… more»
Feb 27, 2022 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Tent Find: 1983 Avanti II Coupe
The Avanti was one of Studebaker’s last attempts at staying afloat in the 1960s. But unfortunately, it was too little too late to make much difference and U.S. production ceased at the end of 1963. The brand would continue… more»
Nov 19, 2021 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Rare 4-Door Luxury Sedan: 1990 Avanti II
The 1963-64 Studebaker Avanti was a personal luxury car that came along too late and in too few numbers to help save the company, which stopped making cars after 1966 (1963 in the U.S.). But a pair of Studebaker… more»
Sep 7, 2021 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Rare 1984 Avanti II Touring Coupe
The Avanti almost certainly holds a unique place in automotive history. It is one of the few models that have soldiered on in production for decades after the company that spawned it sank into bankruptcy. In fact, it was… more»
Jan 10, 2021 • For Sale • 10 Comments
1 of 100: 1985 Avanti II
The Avanti was the car that refused to die. After Studebaker suspended production of the Avanti in late 1963 as part of its extended wake, interest in continuing the car surfaced. Two former Studebaker dealers bought rights to the… more»
Oct 28, 2020 • For Sale • 23 Comments
No Reserve Starter Classic: 1987 Avanti II
While most Avanti enthusiasts are hungry for the early production models, the later cars represent a low-cost point of entry into classic car ownership with dirt-cheap maintenance and tons of exclusivity. This later Avanti II is from the era… more»
Jul 3, 2020 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Summer Drives Only: 1981 Avanti II
When it comes to Avantis, the multiple chains of ownership and different styling that appeared over the years forces enthusiasts to think long and hard about which iteration they want to park in their garage. The earliest models, built… more»
May 27, 2020 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Runs, Drives, and Stops: 1984 Avanti II
This 1984 Avanti II is a project-grade example that runs and drives but will need a thorough mechanical reconditioning. The interior remains in fine shape, highlighted by a set of sharp Recaros, and the bodywork is sound if not… more»
Apr 10, 2020 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Spotless and Original: 1975 Avanti II
Sometimes fate will smile on a particular model of car, and that is the case with the Avanti. Originally designed, built, and released by Studebaker, it could very easily have disappeared when the parent company collapsed in a heap…. more»
Mar 23, 2020 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Late Production Model: 1988 Avanti
Lightning can strike twice, as we have another late production Avanti up for sale just a few days after featuring a black on black example. This 1988 model doesn’t have mileage that’s quite as low as that car’s, but… more»
Mar 21, 2020 • For Sale • 29 Comments
10k Original Miles: 1985 Avanti II Touring Coupe
As time wore on, the Avanti brand somehow continued to survive, despite multiple changes in ownership and a serious dilution of the original formula. By modern standards, it’s truly incredible Avanti managed to survive for as long as it… more»
Feb 20, 2020 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Parked 15 Years Ago: 1977 Avanti II
This 1977 Avanti II entered garage storage 15 years ago under its own power, but now obviously has fallen on hard times. This is ironic considering the Avanti brand fell on hard times repeatedly since its inception, despite utilizing… more»
Dec 4, 2019 • For Sale • 17 Comments
The CEO’s Car: 1990 Avanti Touring Sedan
There’s always a lesson to be learned and here’s mine for today, a 1990 Avanti, four-door sedan, located in Columbus, Ohio and available here on eBay for a current bid of $4,450. The lesson for me is that while… more»
