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.
Studebakers are among the more under-appreciated classics of the 1940s and 50s. With distinctive styling and fewer survivors than their counterparts from the “Big 3”, a classic Studebaker is a very desirable car to own. The Champion was produced from 1939 to 1958 across 5 generations. The 3rd generation (1947-52) was the last full-size Champion (the later models were mid-sized). It was available as either a 2- or 4-door sedan, a 2-door convertible or a 2-door coupe (the station wagon version never made it past the prototype stage) and captured the market well, accounting for over 65% of Studebaker sales in its first year.
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?
Studebaker is one of those legendary American automakers that’s long gone but never forgotten. Our automotive history is full of brands that gave us iconic machines—cars that still stir emotion decades later in a way modern tech-focused brands may never match. Today’s vehicles are fast and advanced, but will they inspire the same connection fifty years from now? Will they even survive that long? Classic cars were built with longevity, soul, and mechanical simplicity, not planned obsolescence. That’s why a seventy-two-year-old build like this 1953 Studebaker Commander Pro Street build still exists—and still turns heads. Based out of Hiawatha, Iowa, this restomod has been transformed into a true street-strip performer, featuring a massive LS6 V8 with the current owner reporting just under 700 miles since completion. It’s a striking custom that’s ready for its next run.
The 1964 Studebaker Challenger was the entry-level midsize model in the South Bend automaker’s lineup, offering understated styling and dependable mechanicals at an affordable price. Today, it represents a rare sight on American roads, appealing to collectors of orphan brands and enthusiasts of mid-century design. This example, finished in blue over a matching blue interior, has been repainted in its original color and is reported to remain largely original, preserving the authenticity that makes it special.
Studebakers are among the more under-appreciated classics of the 1940s and 50s. With distinctive styling and fewer survivors than their counterparts from the “Big 3”, a classic Studebaker is a very desirable car to own. The Champion was produced from 1939 to 1958 across 5 generations. The 3rd generation (1947-52) was the last full-size Champion (the later models were mid-sized). It was available as either a 2- or 4-door sedan, a 2-door convertible or a 2-door coupe (the station wagon version never made it past the prototype stage) and captured the market well, accounting for over 65% of Studebaker sales in its first year.
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