VIN:
G1150043
A small company initially established in Indiana back in 1902 was first creating battery-powered automobiles based on horse carriages. This company, founded by the Studebaker brothers, is responsible for this stunning 1952 Studebaker Champion Regal Starliner Coupe available in our inventory. Of course, its design is not based on a horse carriage, and it is certainly powered by a gasoline engine. Introduced in 1939, the Studebaker Champion was the little sibling of the companies top-of the- line Studebaker Commander model. Belonging to the 1952 model year, this Studebaker Champion Regal Starliner presented here proudly belongs to the third generation of their lineup. In all its original glory, a fantastic amount of work has gone into making this California-based car look and run as good as it does here. It’s ready to turn heads for the next lucky owner – will that be you?
The third generation Studebaker Champion received a complete makeover featuring a new rear window and flat front fenders. The Burgundy paint of our subject 1952 Studebaker Champion Regal Starliner Coupe goes stunningly with the white top and chrome additions all around the car. The hood of the car displays the Studebaker Champion lettering and the Studebaker emblem while the boot lid of the car features Studebaker lettering. It sits on dazzling chrome wheels that are wrapped in Federal Super Steel 657 tires. The gray interior of this 1952 Studebaker Champion Regal Starliner Coupe looks like it’s right out of the factory and presents a large three-spoke steering wheel in Burgundy. Gray and white bench seats provides ample space for four passengers and feature Burgundy trimming.
As per the owner, most upgrades have been placed upon the 169.9ci in-line six cylinder engine powering this 1952 Studebaker Champion Regal Starliner Coupe, which drives the rear wheels via T96 transmission with overdrive unit that’s been totally rebuilt. The shift linkage issue that crops up with this transmission due to age has been fixed too. The engine retains the stock cam, but now has an 8.5:1 compression ratio, Weber 2-barrel carburetor, and rebuilt oil pump. The motor enjoys new pistons, rings, valves, bearings, timing gear, a modern crank seal bored 0.060 over, newly ported intake, and exhaust. The rear axle has been rebuilt with 4:10 gears, and sports new bearings, seals, and gaskets for reliability in years to come. The front brakes have been upgraded to 11” by 2” self-energizing drums. Furthermore, the entire front of the engine compartment was rewired after a comprehensive cleaning revealed some issues. With this level of meticulousness, you can be assured that this 1952 Studebaker Champion Regal Starliner Coupe is ready to rumble.
Throw it back to the 50s, and amongst all the new luxury and class, one manufacturer stood out with its ingenuity and unique design. Studebaker was a revolutionary manufacturer back in its heyday and was renowned for bridging the world with some of the best automotive designs and innovative features of its time. Present today is a lovely example of what the Studebaker brand looked like in the roaring 50s and came in the form of this iconic and lovely 1950 Studebaker Champion Coupe. With a reported 59,000 miles on the clock, this American classic is a unique piece of American automotive history and now can be yours to cruise into the weekend.
A small company initially established in Indiana back in 1902 was first creating battery-powered automobiles based on horse carriages. This company, founded by the Studebaker brothers, is responsible for this stunning 1952 Studebaker Champion Regal Starliner Coupe available in our inventory. Of course, its design is not based on a horse carriage, and it is certainly powered by a gasoline engine. Introduced in 1939, the Studebaker Champion was the little sibling of the companies top-of the- line Studebaker Commander model. Belonging to the 1952 model year, this Studebaker Champion Regal Starliner presented here proudly belongs to the third generation of their lineup. In all its original glory, a fantastic amount of work has gone into making this California-based car look and run as good as it does here. It’s ready to turn heads for the next lucky owner – will that be you?
Little known in Europe, the Studebaker brand was synonymous with car manufacture in the United States. The first car of Studebaker, debuted in 1902, and due to lack of resources, they left the automotive market in 1966. During their run, they brought multiple successful models that have gone down in history, including the Champion, which spanned five generations. Due to its affordable price, quality materials, and rugged construction, the Champion proved to be an ideal family car. This well-preserved garage-kept example of the 1954 Studebaker Champion Coupe comes to you from Florida with original documentation available. It was bought as a pair along with a Studebaker President (also listed) and has been restored to original using period correct components.
Folks of the classic car community, take it easy. We know these beauties don’t appear in the market often and we could not be more thrilled to have this car join our inventory. If you are unfamiliar with what you are looking at, Studebaker is an American automobile manufacturer that left a big legacy behind it among classic car enthusiasts. Their Golden Hawk model is a two-door pillarless hardtop personal luxury car produced between 1956 and 1958. How remarkable is it to come across a Golden Hawk from its very first model year, especially in such a pristine condition as this one? According to its owner, this 1956 Studebaker Golden Hawk Hardtop Coupe only has 73,342 miles on its clock. It is claimed that it is one of 4,071 produced for the 1956 model year.
Built for just five short years, the Studebaker Silver Hawk is one of those cars that doesn’t immediately spring to mind when one thinks about American classics. However, the Studebaker brand is one of the most well-known, and it was a sad day when this iconic automaker closed up shop. That’s why cars such as this 1960 Studebaker Silver Hawk are valuable classics for the discerning collector. So, if that describes you, snap up this car from us right now. It’s undergone a frame-off restoration, and the current owner claims to have receipts as well. So, you don’t need to baby this car, but can proudly drive it and showcase it for the AI generation to understand what cars were like in the Fifties and Sixties.
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