Beschreibung
Goodwood Revival: Collectors' Motor Cars and Automobilia
Iconic example of 1950s American automotive styling Specially prepared Chrysler Hemi V8 engine Four-speed manual gearbox Present ownership since 2019 Probably the outstanding American automotive design of the '50s, certainly one of the all-time greats. - Richard M Langworth, Complete Book Of Collectible Cars. In receivership in 1933, Studebaker had been revitalised by 1939 and in May 1946 became the first major American manufacturer to announce an all-new design with the introduction of its 1947 range. Created by two of the greatest automobile stylists of all time - Raymond Loewy and Virgil Exner - the sensational new Studebakers featured a straight-through front wing line, lowered bonnets and, in the case of the Starlight coup, an astonishing wrap-around rear window. For 1950 the company introduced another landmark of automotive styling in the form of the 'Bullet Nose' Studebakers that had clearly been influenced by the coming of the 'Jet Age'. Bodies were all new for 1953 and this style would see Studebaker through to the introduction of its 1956 range. Without question the outstanding designs in the line-up were the Starliner hardtop and Starlight coup, both the work of Robert E Bourke, chief of the Loewy studio. The '53 Champions were powered by a 169. 6ci (2. 8-litre) inline six-cylinder engine which, although less powerful than the V8 found in the Commander series, was lighter, resulting in a better balanced car. Three Champion series were offered in 1953: Custom, Deluxe and Regal in ascending order of equipment and expense, the Starlight coup being available on the latter two only. In the current ownership since 2019 and registered in the UK in January 2020, this 1953 Studebaker Champion Starlight coup features a 1956 Chrysler Imperial 354ci (5. 8-litre) Hemi engine built by the legendary Hemi engine guru, Gene Adams. Gene, having 50-plus years of championship-winning and record-setting experience under his belt, applied this knowledge in combination with modern technology to build this very special Hemi engine. The latter features Egge pistons; 2. 062 intake and 1. 8 exhaust valves; Engle camshaft; Cox pulley drives; Vertex magneto; twin AFB carburettors; Hayes flywheel; polished cylinder heads and block coated with DuPont Star Metallic and clear coat; billet valve covers; billet ignition wire covers; and a Sanderson Hemi Hugger exhaust system. A Lakewood bell-housing mates the engine to a Borg Warner four-speed manual gearbox. Other notable features include rack-and-pinion steering; disc brakes; 9 Ford rear end; Carrera coil-over shock absorbers; new reproduction fuel tank; custom fabricated billet grille bars; and a Fat Man front clip. The replacement dashboard, including speedometer, was sourced from a 1956 Studebaker Hawk. There is an engine build file and related correspondence with the car, which also comes with a V5C Registration Certificate.
AUCTION TIMES
Friday 9 Sep 2023, starting at 10:30 CEST
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LIVE AND ONLINE AUCTION
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COLLECTION OF PURCHASED LOTS
Removal and Storage of Vehicles Vehicles must be collected from the sale venue by 12 noon on Monday 11 September 2023 (subject to all costs being paid), at which point all remaining unpaid lots will be uplifted by Indigo Blue to their store at the buyer / vendor expense. If you are unable to collect your vehicle by the given time, Lots shall be removed by Indigo Blue to storage at the Buyer’s expense (see below). Lots are at the Buyer’s risk from the fall of the hammer. It is strongly advisable that overseas purchasers and absentee bidders make arrangements regarding collection with Bonhams in advance of Sale. Cars under customs cannot be collected from the venue and can only be released once customs is cleared. Vehicle Removal charges £345 + VAT per vehicle. Vehicle Storage charges First 14 days £15 + VAT per motor car per day Thereafter £45 + VAT per motor car per week For Lot 305 (Spitfire), please be advised that hangarage costs at Goodwood are circa £550+VAT per calendar month, subject to availability. Hangars may not be available for the first two weeks postauction, and aeroplanes typically depart Goodwood following the Revival event on the Monday immediately afterwards. For further information, please contact using the button below Transport and Shipping A representative of Indigo Blue, will be at the Sale and can arrange national and international transportation as agent for the Buyer or the Seller (as the case may be). Indigo Blue European Limited - details above using the button below +44 (0) the details below Motor Car Presentation Chris Bailey, Showcase SVS +44 (0) the details below - details above Photography Simon Clay Tom Wood Tom Gidden Regijus Simkevicius Sian Loyson Roger Dixon (Automobilia)
AUCTION ADDRESS
Chichester,
Goodwood
