The Studebakers President was initially produced from 1926 to 1942 in their home of South Bend, Indiana. After over a decade of absence, the President was reintroduced and continued its reign until 1958, when the model was finally retired. This, the fourth-generation Studebaker President, made a comeback in 1955 and was a new and improved version of its predecessors. However, the most noteworthy President was the speedster trim, such as the one in the example. This 1955 president coupe currently resides in Florida with just 65,000 miles to its name.
This 55 President comes in a blue and white exterior paint giving it a subtle two-toned finish. The entire vehicle has received a complete frame-off restoration to bring it back to its original condition. The car is reportedly garage-kept which supports its perfectly preserved exterior chrome fittings such as the front and rear bumper, side frames, and wheel hub caps. The President still maintains its whitewall tires for the ultimate vintage finish. The interior looks to be a masterclass of its own, including a color-matched dash panel, blue leather seats, and door panels, along with subtle chrome accents for true originality.
Under the hood of this vintage American muscle car sits a 259ci supercharged V8 capable of close to 200bhp via an automatic transmission, a truly impressive power output at the time, and enough to give even some modern cars a run for their money.
When you’ve got a car named President, you know that it’s going to be something special, and you’re right. The Studebaker President was the top-tier model from this iconic American brand from 1926 to 1942, and again between 1955 and 1958. It was a full-size car with everything the well-heeled car buyer of the time could expect. Four generations of President were made, and today’s 1955 Studebaker President is from the last generation. It’s an all-original car with up-to-date servicing, and it’s engine was reportedly rebuilt in 1982. So, if you’re on the hunt for a classic American automobile but something that doesn’t immediately fall upon the radar of the majority of collectors, this car awaits your consideration in Tacoma, Washington.
The Studebakers President was initially produced from 1926 to 1942 in their home of South Bend, Indiana. After over a decade of absence, the President was reintroduced and continued its reign until 1958, when the model was finally retired. This, the fourth-generation Studebaker President, made a comeback in 1955 and was a new and improved version of its predecessors. However, the most noteworthy President was the speedster trim, such as the one in the example. This 1955 president coupe currently resides in Florida with just 65,000 miles to its name.
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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