Avanti

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»

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»

Round Headlight Survivor: 1964 Studebaker Avanti

If you’re going to buy an Avanti, a first-generation model built by Studebaker with the round headlights is one to shop for. I’ve got nothing against the later models, but the Avanti line went through so many transformations and… more»

Supercharged Stick Shift: 1964 Studebaker Avanti

When it comes to collecting Avantis, most enthusiasts would lean towards the first run of cars built by Studebaker. Coupled with that is the option to check the box for the factory supercharger, and for the trifecta, to find… more»

Runs and Drives: 1963 Studebaker Avanti

With the company on its financial knees, 1962 was a strange time for Studebaker to introduce a premium model such as the Avanti. The fact that it remained in production as a Studebaker for little more than 18-months was… more»

Supercharged Project: 1964 Studebaker Avanti R2

When it comes to buying or restoring an Avanti, most enthusiasts will tell you that finding a genuine R2 is the only way to fly. These were the models that truly gave the Avanti the performance it deserves, a… more»

Rare Supercharged/4-Speed: 1963 Studebaker Avanti R2

This 1963 Studebaker Avanti R2 might not be perfect, but it is probably one of the nicest original examples that you are likely to see today. It is a one-owner vehicle that looks like it has been very well… more»

Same Owner Since ’80: 1963 Studebaker Avanti

This 1963 Studebaker Avanti is a pleasing driver-quality car that looks sharp on polished hubcaps and a dark olive paint job. The paint isn’t original, and it’s a shame because the factory paint job is believed to have been… more»

Rare Ride: 1985 Avanti II

We here at Barn Finds love a truly rare vehicle in good original condition, and this Avanti II looks like it would live up to that. It just so happens to be for sale here on craigslist out of… more»

Estate Sale Find: 1963 Studebaker Avanti

This 1963 Studebaker Avanti is part of an estate clean-out in the Tampa Bay area in Florida. The first picture here shows a car that has clearly been forgotten under a cheap car cover, but the previous owner was… more»

55,000 Mile Survivor: 1963 Studebaker Avanti R-1

The Studebaker Avantis come up for sale with some regularity, but more often that not, they are the less desirable later cars or fairly haggard R-1 projects. This example is neither of those, as it’s a desirable R-1 in… more»

Striking Appearance: 1963 Studebaker Avanti

This 1963 Studebaker Avanti is anything but standard and original, and in its current form, it is nothing if not distinctive. It will be interesting to see how our readers react to this car because I’m pretty sure that… more»

No Reserve: 1978 Studebaker Avanti II

We rarely get to see stories of an owner actually acknowledging that they won’t get around to a project, and sell it while there’s still time to preserve it. That seems to be the case with this 1978 Studebaker… more»

Barn Find Stude: 1967 Avanti II

As has been reported on these pages many times, the Avanti went through a variety of ownership and design changes after Studebaker pulled the plug. This example is a 1967 model, otherwise known as an Avanti II, and is… more»

Desirable Manual: 1974 Avanti II

If you can’t find a first-edition Studebaker Avanti assembled in the Studebaker plant, the Avanti II with a manual transmission is the next best thing. These were still built on a Studebaker-designed chassis, even as engine options gradually became… more»

Outside for Five: 1979 Studebaker Avanti II

The seller of this 1979 Studebaker Avanti II sounds more optimistic than I’d expect given the intro photo on the craigslist listing. The Avanti II, from the era following the conclusion of Studebaker production but while still in the… more»

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