We’re looking at the extravagant prow of a 1950 Studebaker Champion. Whose idea was this anyhow! It reminds me of Little Red Riding Hood saying to the Wolf, “Grandmother, what big teeth you have!” As we all know, that… more»
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Professional Restoration: 1953 Studebaker Commander Starliner
The glorious 1953 Commander coupe ranks as one of the company’s best designs. Its sleek lines were a sharp departure from earlier Commanders: it lost the humpy bonnet and haunchy fenders of old, and gained a graceful greenhouse. The… more»
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BF Auction: 1954 Studebaker Conestoga 2-Door Wagon Project
Studebaker was never afraid to take chances, and the 1954 Conestoga remains one of the most distinctive wagons of its era — a sleek, two-door design at a time when most family haulers came with four. This Barn Finds… more»
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Stored for 56 Years: 1931 Studebaker Commander Victoria Coupe
Few prewar survivors turn up as complete or as solid as this 1931 Studebaker Commander Victoria Coupe, now listed here on eBay by a private seller. With its elegant proportions and straight-eight power, the Commander represented Studebaker’s vision of… more»
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BF Auction: 1953 Studebaker Champion Starliner
Custom paint and a Chevrolet V8 set this 1953 Studebaker Champion Starliner apart from the crowd, and this Los Angeles, California classic seeks a new owner right here on Barn Finds Auctions. The seller describes upgrades, including a disc… more»
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Slightly Crispy: 1936 Studebaker Dictator
What’s in a name, right? Automobile models come and go, as do their names; some are memorable and venerable, others not so much so. President? That’s a good one; so’s Commander – it’s unassuming. Crown? That denotes high ranking…. more»
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Big Six Classic: 1922 Studebaker Phaeton
Every once in a while, a piece of true motoring history comes to market, and this 1922 Studebaker Phaeton is just that. Offered here on Barn Finds Auctions, this open-top touring car is a wonderfully preserved example of early… more»
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Unfinished Project: 1962 Studebaker GT Hawk
The Gran Turismo Hawk was the final incarnation of the Studebaker Hawk (which dated to the mid-1950s). Introduced as a stylish personal luxury car, it was positioned to compete against the likes of the Ford Thunderbird and the (also… more»
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Engine Swap Candidate? 1955 Studebaker Champion
Those Stubakers keep on rollin’, and today’s discovery, courtesy of T.J., is a 1955 Champion Regal, two-door hardtop. The seller states that he bought it from a seller who purchased it from the widow of the original owner, and… more»
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Hail To The Chief: 1957 Studebaker President
Here’s one you won’t see every day, a 1957 Studebaker President. Most ’57 Studebakers that we cover here on BF are usually Hawks; a President sedan? Not so much so. It appears to be in mostly original condition and… more»
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Supercharged Beauty! 1963 Studebaker Avanti R2
I’ve always been a fan of the original Avanti, Studebaker’s short-term “halo” car. And I often wonder how Studebaker’s fate might have changed if they hadn’t stopped building automobiles in South Bend, Indiana. However, if the car had made… more»
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Rare Rescue: 1957 Studebaker Provincial Wagon Project
If you’re a fan of unusual American wagons, this 1957 Studebaker Provincial might be worth a closer look. Recently listed here on craigslist, the car was bought about seven years ago in Riverside, California, as a “rescue.” Now it’s… more»
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1 of 2,414: 1964 Studebaker Daytona
The 1964 model year brought major changes to Studebaker Corp. In December 1963, the company closed its long-time manufacturing plant in South Bend, Indiana, choosing to consolidate production in Hamilton, Ontario (Canada). They also phased out the Lark name,… more»
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Supercharged Survivor: 1963 Studebaker Avanti
Studebaker had high hopes for the Avanti when it was introduced in 1963. But production delays and the company’s financial position prevented the “halo” car from reaching its full potential. Barely three months into the 1964 model year, Studebaker… more»
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Rare Sliding Roof: 1966 Studebaker Wagonaire
I always admire quirky classics, especially when a particular design feature is the result of lateral thinking. Therefore, I find myself irresistibly drawn to this 1966 Studebaker Wagonaire. Its sliding rear roof offers much of the versatility and load-carrying… more»
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Unmolested Wagon: 1960 Studebaker Lark VIII
In 1958 and 1959, American Motors and Studebaker introduced new compact cars that led to a revolution with the Detroit “Big 3” in the 1960s. The new Lark is just what the doctor ordered for struggling Studebaker, but in… more»
