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Extremely Original 1963 Studebaker Avanti Early Round Headlight Model
This 1963 Studebaker Avanti R1 is an extremely original unrestored and well preserved example. Turquoise metallic with turquoise interior and a desirable early round-headlight model.. 289 V8 linked to an automatic transmission. Just out of long term ownership and storage. It's not everyday that you come across such an incredibly honest Studebaker Avanti. Not currently running, it would benefit from minor cosmetics and servicing at this time.
Commissioned by Studebaker management in the waning days of the company, famed industrial designer Raymond Loewy was encouraged to create a singularly bold and futuristic car to serve as not only a financial boon but also the firm's new technical/ performance halo model. Designed in only 8 weeks the Avanti was hurried into production with a host of forward looking safety and performance features including factory supercharged versions of the venerable 289 ci V8 with a 4 barrel carburetor, front disc brakes, an integrated roll bar and a revolutionary 'Coke Bottle' body with front fenders, profiling distinctive blades extending well forward of the nose and rear fenders have a pronounced sweep and the wheel wells are shaped with unique parabolic designed that comfortably seated four. The Avanti is as striking today as it was in 1963.
289ci OHV V8 engine
Original, unrestored example
Automatic transmission
Early example of the model with desirable round headlights
Forward thinking and iconic Raymond Loewy design
Price: $14, 750
