This 1964 Studebaker Avanti is a desirable early generation car that was unfortunately torn down for a restoration that never began. The coupe has a mild celebrity connection, at one time belogning to Dr. Ralph Stanley, a well-known bluegrass… more»
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Jan 22, 2018 • Uncategorized • 42 Comments
Plastic Patina: 1964 Studebaker Avanti
Love it or hate it, the original Avanti is iconic. It still looks like nothing else on the road. But roads are where this faded beauty hasn’t been visiting lately. Did you know that fiberglass can rust? You do now!… more»
Dec 29, 2017 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Last Year Cafaro Build: 1989 Avanti 2R10
Trying to trace Avanti’s history in the final generations of ownership can prove confusing, as multiple owners and financial backers came and went. In the case of this 1989 Avanti 2R10, this was produced during the phase of ownership… more»
Dec 23, 2017 • Uncategorized • 22 Comments
Just Needs Cleaned Up: 1989 Avanti Convertible
When Studebaker debuted the Avanti in 1962, it was a ground breaking and advanced design. Sadly, Studebaker closed their South Bend factory in ’63, so there really weren’t many of these cars built. Well, at least that many that… more»
Jul 31, 2017 • For Sale • 15 Comments
President’s Ride: 1990 Avanti Sedan
The Avanti story is one that can take all afternoon to tell, but the summarized version is this: the company went through various fits and starts, languishing under multiple owners as it coasted to eventual retirement. The classic Avanti… more»
Jul 12, 2017 • For Sale • 12 Comments
1963 Autorama Attendee: Studebaker Avanti
Originally built for the 1963 Detroit Autorama, this Avanti was a special “Show Finish” car noted on its build sheet. Originally an R2 powered car, after the 1963 Detroit Autorama a R3 “race” engine was retro fitted so this… more»
Jul 7, 2017 • For Sale • 48 Comments
Daily Driver: 1979 Avanti
The age-old debate of dailying a classic or otherwise vintage vehicle continues in many enthusiast circles, with proponents saying it’s the only way to fly and those against the idea recounting numerous negative experiences of being stranded on the… more»
