This would have been around the year 1949 when new cars were impossible to buy. The Commander is powered by Studebaker's 245ci flathead six-cylinder rated at 102bhp. Solid car for the year. The upside-down tri-star was used elsewhere in the car. 1949 Studebaker coupe, real good body, non original engine. Having driven many miles in quite a few Studebaker trucks, from 1/2 ton up to 2 ton. But it never got an engine rebuild. In. Please Note The Following **Vehicle Location is a, 1949 Studebaker Pickup RatRod Custom - Automatic - 500 C.I. Solid car for the year. Solid car for the year.Read More. Sign up for our free daily email and youll never miss another find: Giant Drop-Top: 1969 Mercury Marquis Convertible. 1949 Studebaker Commander. engine, a 700 R4 automatic trans replaced the original 2 speed trans, power steering, manual brakes, Cold Vintage air conditioning. This car is 225 miles from me (I tipped BF to this car.) We, 1949 Studebaker 2R5 Custom Pickup TruckVIN: R526530 Do you like old Studebaker trucks? It has a 307 V8 chevy 4bbl carb and a 200 R4 automatic with switched over drive from a Gran 1966 Studebaker Cruiser 61900 mi. No, i dont wear the tighties or shoes The price was raised to $2289. With 259 V8-automatic. New wiring through out. Solid car for the year. In the upper part, the Commander had a gold 8 while the Champion a gold S. Then it was changed to the 245. Top-trimmed Studebakers from 19551958 went by the Studebaker President name (revived from the prewar President models). If interested Please SEND me a phone number for a return phone call. decorator-fabric upholsteries New body colors Starts, runs and drives. Chilton Automotive Multi-Guide, Spring 1931, p. 193. Its a head turner And yes we have the Title for it! Free shipping. A lot of work has gone into this classic car. V-8, the added structural weight increased the car's 0-60 mph acceleration time to an unacceptable level. The original owner was a rep for Colt, and drove the wheels off the car, but never considered getting a newer model. sweeping change ever made in truck design since gasoline replaced in. Overhau Classic Car Deals (844) 676-0714 Cadillac, MI 49601 (1,655 miles away) 15 1949 Studebaker Champion 6 Cyl After eventually passing through several owners, the car is now in a private collection of Studebaker automobiles. Here is a nice cruiser or daily driver that you can enjoy and take to the shows and cruise ins. Price: Best Offer. Barn find . Represented to us as 44,527 actual miles with actual odometer reading on the title as proof. HeckId even sample Exners handiwork from the back half to residential use. Suicide Doors. Located in Auburn, Washington, the Studebaker is listed for sale here on Craigslist. 1949 Studebaker Commander. This could be something as simple as a sticking piston ring from the years of inactivity, and it could potentially settle after some ongoing use. On March 17, 1966, Studebaker shut down production of all vehicles.[6][7]. The Stevie Awards, the world's premier business awards recognized Hi there I'm selling my 1955 Studebaker presidential Speedster Super rare rare car only 2200 made in 1955 this is a true barn find car has been sitting for a long time behind a barn car is all original matching number engine 259 cubic inc 1948 Chev Chopped Top, Hot Rod, Rat Rod 350/700R4 Impala front and rear frame, Aftermarket gauges, Completely Wired, Runs Great. Studebaker. Manage Settings It has an honest 46,345 miles and has never seen rain. This car DOES NOT RUN and has been sitting in a barn for a long time but out of the weather 1950 Studebaker Champion 14,000 obo All these items are new within the last two years. Problem is a lot of restomods are done by amitures with sawsalls, cutting touches and no planing, Which lends credence to what Ken is saying, hes not wrong and many cars are left ruined by this kind of work. Spent 50 years stored in a barn in Southern Illinois. We use cookies and browser activity to improve your experience, personalize content and ads, and analyze how our sites are used. And i nascar , i dont drive but i am always willing to let someone merge in . No more slippery running boards! Stop Legendary designer Virgil Exner turned his pen to designing the Starlight, and its design seems to have attracted as many detractors as admirers. The Land Cruiser name officially returned in 1941 and 1942. new interior, rebuilt motor and rear end, overdrive works will consider auto trades only show contact info. Studebaker distinctions for '49 The 1950 Champion differed from the Commander, which had a distinctive bumper, carried over from 1949, longer front fenders and large headlight bezels, as well as a distinctive jet-style hood ornament and shared an appearance with the 1949 Ford Sedan. New paint in 2019. The be, 1952 Studebaker Starlite When you look at Studebaker's automotive history, you have to go back to th, This 1962 Studebaker Champ 1/2 Ton Pickup is a nicely restored half-ton pickup with southern history. If its operable, I want to drive it. These long-stroke engines were well known for their durability and low-end torque. This was found to be primarily the fault of using a thinner gauge steel for the frame. The Zimmerman (formerly Automobile Driving Museum) in El Segundo CA, next to LAX, has one in museum quality condition which they drive on some Sundays to give visitors a ride around the block. Runs and drives great no rust car is from Florida 56,000 original miles has power steering show contact info no texting please. . The design were completely new and very different from prewar cars. Of course it needs work to make it a show car. These Commanders are a totally different car from a Champion heavier frame and suspension, bigger brakes, entire drive train is bigger and stronger. enclosed inside the doors of the driver's cab! [3]:p239, In 1929, Studebaker added an 8-cylinder Commander to the range.[4]. special extra-long-wheelbase new Land Cruiser New For 1947-1953 Studebaker Commander Brake Hose Centric 99855FP 1951 1948 1949 (Fits: Studebaker Commander) $23.17. I agree, Scott. Second its the price you pay for getting something if you really want it. Raymond Loewy and his firm did the design work and would go on to help Studebaker with several cars into the 1960s, including the Avanti. The existing engine, transmission, and rear end are still working just fine 1942 Studebaker Champion 2 Door Coupe. Nice paint and working air a 1952 Studebaker Champion 4dr/ suicide doors engine 2.8L inline six cylinder 85hp Transmission 3 spd on the column/ w electric over drive miles 50148 Car has been fully restored The car has been stored since 2006 Th 1962 Champ Pickup Runs and Drives Excellent, No Rust very solid, also 1960 Lark Station Wagon $ 14,500 call or text Wayne for details show contact info. -Vehicle is on consignment, 1949 Studebaker Champion Starlight Coupe is fully restored back to its original beauty. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Magazine Ad* - 1949 - Studebaker Commander Convertible & Champion at the best online prices at eBay! All wheel disc brakes, hydraulic clutch, and 4 barrel carb. The Stevie Awards, the world's premier business awards recognized Its all in the planing and the skill of the modifier. . 4 door with suicide doors, No motor no trans. Virgil Exner was on Loewys staff and designed this. Years ago I bought a 50s Buick wagon with 495,000 miles on it. There were three basic models the Light Six, the Special Six and the Big Six, developing 40bhp (30kW; 41PS), 50bhp (37kW; 51PS), and 60bhp (45kW; 61PS) respectively at 2000rpm. Solid car for the year. To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below. 1960 champ with a studebaker 289 with aftermarket fitec fuel injection, four speed trans and true duel exhaust. .I guess that means the backseat will have to be reupholstered. 4 door with suicide doors, No motor no trans. Im selling my 1962 Studebaker Lark 2dr 6cyl automatic trans, with 65,000 orig miles and I have a clean title. 1949 Studebaker Commander Unavailable $ 3,000 1949 Studebaker Commander. The more that I look at the car, the more I have to wonder just how amazing it must have been to travel in the back seat. Just wish it could be me. Wouldnt work; completely different design `50-`51. but if it were in Indiana, Im sure not flying across the country to look at an $8000 car. If it were an $80,000 car, Id hire a marque expert more local to the car to evaluate it. A new In fact, this 1954 Studebaker Wagon Restomod has a mean style, custom A/C interior, overdrive transmission, and serious LS1 fuel-injected V8 power. I do it because it is relaxing , Coming or Going? The back window and back of the car have always reminded me of what a submersible should look like. I only do it when the weather is convenient! Deluxe 4 Door Sedan NO RUST! But it rather drastically limits the selection of vintage cars available to you. All studebaker cars . 55 commander coupe, 259 v8 3speed OD. 1949 STUDEBAKER LAND CRUISER SPECIFICATIONS PRICE Base price: $2,328 Price as optioned: N/A Options: Overdrive, Climatizer heater, whitewall tires, chrome wheel discs, AM radio ENGINE Type: L-head straight-six, cast-iron block and cylinder head Displacement: 245.6 cubic inches Bore x Stroke: 3.312 x 4.750 inches Compression ratio: 6.5:1 Complete car, needs front floor board. The theory was that if the frame could flex a little, the car would ride better. New Champion and Commander sedans, Coups, convertibles - a special extra-long-wheelbase new Land Cruiser - New decorator-fabric upholsteries . Good Condition! Considered very radical for the era, it had three-point front styling, popularly known as the bullet-nose. When the cover was removed, it looked like one was still there ! Studebaker Gasser: Tubbed 2150 M/T Small Block 355 CI, Roller 700 Lift/Cam 12 to 1 compression, ALum Brodix HEads 202 Valve Steel Crank, 9" Rear End 488 Asking $20,000 or best offer, 1950 Studebaker rat pickup chopped channeled and shortened suicide doors 400 SBC with th350 transmission nice stereo 10k OBO sweet patina. They agreed to let the employee purchase the car on the condition that the employee never sell it. Fits 1947-1953 Studebaker Commander Drum Brake Wheel Cylinder Kit Front Dorman (Fits: 1949 Studebaker Commander) $11.80. A few years in the future, Studebaker would be the American distributor for that brand, but in 1953, the M-B tri-star emblem was turned upside down and put on the front and rear of Studebaker cars, minus the encircling ring. No. Shown by appt in Oceanside. They were built on the same frame as the new Starliner and Starlight coupe models but, as with many new models, there were some initial problems, primarily with the fit of the front fenders. New, larger brakes were included in the package, shortening stopping distances by 37ft (11m) according to Motor Trend. WeBe Autos Specializes in Marketing and Advertising Muscle, Classic, Vintage and Specialty Cars, 1949 Studebaker Four Door Sedan, Suicide Doors, Just needs a little TLC, Both Run and Drive. 1955 Studebaker Commander 2 Door OFFERS or TRADES WELCOME) REDUCED to $11500 V8 3-speed on the tree New radial tires Frame-off restoration in 2000 One family owner All original bright work redone New interior Engi PRICE DROP Selling this rare 1949 STUDEBAKER pick up truck. New paint with lots of new parts on car. The asking price is $7,500 and youll have to come to Deerfield, New Hampshire for the pick-up. good interior, front seats non-original. 1959 STUDEBAKER SILVER HAWK 289 MOTOR FOUR BARRELL POWER BRAKES AIR CONDITION WITH ORIGINAL BUCKET SEAT IN REALLY GREAT SHAPE STRAIGHT DRIVE WITH OVER DRIVE $12.900.00 CONTACT INFO show contact info COULD BE 1949 studebaker champion regal. Want a `51 cvt.? Studebaker. New carburetor, alternator, converted to 12 volt system. The name was applied to various products in the company's line-up from year to year. Good luck with the sale. Car is very clean inside and out. in.) kind of "lift-the-hood" accessibility makes adjustments Now my fast cars just sit in the shop while I go enjoy life at a slower speed. Under the hood should be a flathead six-cylinder engine with a displacement of 226 cubic inches and a horsepower output of 94. ClassicCars.com has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States, successfully making the Inc. 5000 list in both 2015, . So obviously I like this one, too. Comes with additional professionally rebuilt to like new condition, extra engine, transmission, and rear end. A lot of wor. At the same time, there was major work performed on the braking system and rear axle. From last 2 months of production. It features outstanding body features and body flaring. Deluxe Zip Code. buying and selling classic and collector vehicles. It featured center-opening, rear-hinged rear doors (called "suicide doors" by some) and was powered by the larger of Studebaker's two straight-6 engines. Runs smooth with its 6 cylinder and 6 volt system. From 19371940, the car was classified as the Commander Cruiser and President Cruiser. That vast expanse of rear glass offers panoramic views in every direction. The 1950 Champion differed from the Commander, which had a distinctive bumper, carried over from 1949, longer front fenders and large headlight bezels, as well as a distinctive jet-style hood ornament and shared an appearance with the 1949 Ford Sedan. good interior, front seats non-original. trim rings or discs optional at extra cost on all models. Located in Elkart Indiana. $13,995.00 Recent Rat Rod Class winner this past F 1952 Studebaker Champion 4 door with suicide rear doors. It has been in parades and a four times per year 5 mile drive to keep it running smooth. Suicide Doors. Keep in mind that the Studebaker engines of the time did not go 100,000 miles without a rebuild, my fathers 50, same engine, went only 40,000 miles and 4 years before it was toast. Many of the same aerodynamic features of the car were shared with Pierce-Arrow's Silver Arrow show car that also debuted at the fair when Studebaker assumed operations of Pierce-Arrow in 1928. New top and, 1949 Studebaker Pickup, runs good, great if you want to do more restoring or enjoy it as is. I know the owner of this car, and hes a stand-up Guy. Ran and drove when it was parked in 1982. They're revolutionary trucks in. M-B complained and Studebaker hastily re-designed the emblems. If I wasnt on the other side of the country Id be looking seriously at this rag-top Stude. Regal Deluxe 2 New tires and wheels. Regal Deluxe 2 Door Strlhardtop Coup In 1953, the polarizing appearance was updated and shares some appearance features with the Citroen DS that appeared in 1955. . 4 door with suicide doors, No motor no trans. The President Classic was continued for 19571958, though no longer carrying the "Classic" model name. This is where I sat down and read the whole maintenance history. 1949 Studebaker Commander. Studebaker coasted along with the old bodies until 1952. Keep me in the conversation via email. probably would never have drawn any connection between the two brands.) Everything works as it should. I love biking LONG 4.75-inch stroke. Free shipping. Become a member to add images to your comments. Save Search. Dubbed the Economiler, it was marketed for use as a taxicab, again featuring a roomier back seat area than the regular Larks. The body has some rust but o 1958 Studebaker Silver Hawk Ground up restoration on a rust free car. Please Note The Following *Vehicle Location is at our clients home and Not In Cadillac, Michigan. Deluxe 2 Door Convertible We and our partners use data for Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. Body in decent shape. Not a perfect but solid 1938 Studebaker President Coupe For Sale $7,500 or Trade Complete car Flat Head Straight 8 engine Standard transmission on floor Rough but Rare car Call or text Reuben the owner at 830-534-6582 or email at [emailprotected] Tell him Gary Greer sen 1941 Studebaker Commander 6 cylinder standard shift. In contrast, Studebaker also built 4,742 1951 Champion Regal convertibles. The floors and rocker panels are shot. I really like the looks of these. But i go to the track to watch my friends 1/4 mile If you want to get rid of the smoke put a qt. Studebaker also again rolled out an extended wheelbase model of the Commander, the Land Cruiser. V8, Automatic, Power Steering & Brakes. If thats what it takes, thats what it takes. The Land Cruiser was introduced at the 1933 Chicago World's Fair as an extensively streamlined sedan. 1949 to 1962 Studebaker Vehicles for Sale. The Top 10 best Ford Mustangs ever made. Original 283 engine. The trucks are America's newest and finest-the Midvale, UT 5 years at classiccars.com 3 24,995 1949 Studebaker Truck pickup black manual That stuff is fantastic for keeping old engines running. A 49 has the 245 engine. Considered very radical for the era, it had three-point front styling, popularly known as the "bullet-nose". A restomod done right could be returned back to original, including original parts. But Im not about to give up my reliance on my cars at age 82 especially in these Michigan winters where I live. Nothing to be sorry for, Ken. Category. If they were near them, they would be all rusted out first off. No rust. They not only accomplished that but then went on to establish new records up to 25,000 miles (40,000km). THE ENGINE HAD A COMPLETE OVERHA 1962 Studebaker Gran Turismo V8 3spd, straight body, good interior, runs and drives. 1949 Studebaker Commander 1949 Studebaker Commander. cyl., 226.2 cu.in., 100 h.p. Its grille, designated by some as the "clam digger", was actually a preview of the next generation. Work on both automobiles was authorized prior to the company being placed in receivership in March 1933, and Pierce being sold to investors. Why wait for 2 years and lots of money to have a rig restored that is not as pretty as this one. We had a 48 Champion Starlite coupe. For 1956, an upscale President Classic sedan was offered. NO RUST. of Lucas engine oil stabilizer in the engine on the next oil change. But that was in terms of display prototypes whereas Studebaker had new 47 models in their showrooms by the Summer of 1946. Hope this one finds a loving home. I am currently working on our 1948 Studebaker Business Coupe (I found the car last year in a barn where it had been sitting since 1972) putting in an LS-3 and 6 speed manual from a 2010 Camaro SS, 430hp that should wake her up.I love the looks of the Studebaker so, except for the drivetrain,plan on keeping everything factory.The ultimate sleeper!! New listings are added daily. All original 1960 Studebaker Champ Pickup. I have seen a 50 clip on a 49. Commander On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. There were also fewer frame re-enforcements than in subsequent years. The steps are snugly Another odd thing, was the valve covers on the old nailhead refused to release. This example is no excep 1959 Studebaker Lark Every muscle car enthusiast knows what an STP sticker looks like. Always enjoy reading comments from car guys with experience After reading all the comments, maybe this car hasnt rolled the speedometer as I thought it probably had. These have been temporarily saved. Antique cars for sale came with land I purchased .great project for the right person.make offer! The Land Cruiser suggested price of $2043 included a one-piece curved windshield, an electric clock and carpeting front and rear. to drive as well as to look at. The front grille bars had 5 small vertical fins each to differentiate them from the earlier model. Their classi. Solid car for the year. I dont; its almost a given, and I factor it in. Dont give me too much credit Engine compartment, interior very nice. Will appreciate, very RARE. Mercy sakes, you guys that get soon bent out of shape,just because someone has an opinion on what would be fun to do ( upgrade the drive train ) Climatizer heating and ventilating, white sidewall tires and wheel One of 4612 built 170ci Inline 6 cylinder engine. In 2016 The Journal, brought to you by ClassicCars.com, was celebrated as the SECOND MOST INFLUENTIAL automotive blog in the world by NFC Performance.