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Post by ferris1248 on Jun 2, 2024 10:40:43 GMT -5
If you ever wanted a 50s era Studebaker, here's your chance. 25 or so are listed towards the bottom of the page. All with No Reserve. OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE "This very special collection is offered from Dr. Karl Peace, an esteemed collector dedicated to the Studebaker marque. Following his donation, in its entirety, of his car collection to the Georgia Southern University Foundation, the collection is offered, entirely without reserve, via Hagerty Marketplace." "By 1949, The Big Three had leveled the playing field by introducing their own post-war models, prompting Studebaker to introduce radical changes to its lineup for 1950. The most visibly noticeable change was its futuristic “bullet nose” styling, with a period brochure boasting, “Studebaker introduced America’s ‘new look’ in cars and Studebaker has now given America its ‘next look.’” Champion models also received an all-new independent coil front suspension replacing the prior transverse leaf sprung front independent set-up, and a thoroughly advanced BorgWarner automatic transmission became available. Output from the 169.9 cu-in inline-six was also increased to 85 horsepower, ensuring a reliable and smooth driving experience. Limited to just two model years (1950-1951), bullet nose Studebakers remain highly sought after for their pioneering Jet Age design." www.hagerty.com/marketplace/search?type=auctions
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Post by madm002 on Jun 2, 2024 16:30:42 GMT -5
Good memories. My family were Studabakers dealers until the end. Grandpa told me he could have sold them for much more during and after War 2, but he honored his waiting list.
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