1950 Studebaker Champion Business Coupe

- Rare - Restored! SEE VIDEO. Coupe

Straight 6. 170 c.i. 85 HP

Manual

G602351

Clear

Gasoline

1950 Studebaker Champion Business Coupe. Rare! Restored. SEE VIDEO. 1950 Studebaker Champion Deluxe 3 Passenger Business Coupe The Raymond Loewy/Virgil Exner designed "Bullet Nose" Studebaker was all-new in 1950. The unique styling was unlike anything else on the road. Of all of the Studebaker models produced that year, the rarest was the Model 9G-Q2 Champion Deluxe 3 Passenger Business Coupe. Just 849 were made. With an ultra-spacious trunk offering nearly 6 feet of cargo space, most of these coupes saw heavy use by salesmen of everything from vacuum cleaners to encyclopedias. Thus, few have survived today. This particular car (body # 660) spent most of its life in Gering, Nebraska. It was always maintained and pampered by its two owners, the second of whom was a member of the Studebaker Club. He had the car re-painted in its original Shenandoah Green color, trim re-chromed and interior re-upholstered. Shortly after finishing, it was purchased by the current (3rd) owner in 2005, who drove the car the 1,260 miles from Gering, Nebraska to his home in Portland, Oregon without incident. The current owner is a collector of unique automobiles and proceeded to mechanically restore the Studebaker to a high level. The original engine and drivetrain were completely rebuilt. An Offenhauser intake manifold and dual Weber carburetors were added, along with dual exhaust for increased performance. Other than those changes, the engine is stock. Dual exhaust with glasspack mufflers were added, giving a deep, throaty sound when wanted. All gauges were rebuilt to show quality, and all operate and register accurately. The original radio, spotlight and "Climatizer" heater were also rebuilt. The car is equipped with 3 speed manual transmission WITH OVERDRIVE and "No-Roll" Hill Holder. Receipts for the mechanical work done total over $11,000.00. Today, the car has been driven just 2,919 miles since the mechanical recommissioning. It is regularly maintained by a mechanic who also maintains the other cars in the collection. It drives beautifully and operates without fault. Please see photos and video, just taken this week, for a look at the current condition of this wonderfully rare Studebaker. It is likely one of the finest available today. It is a turn-key car that is ready to drive anywhere. A realistic reserve has been placed on the car, considering its rarity and quality. When have you seen another one? Please bid accordingly. WE WILL HAPPILY SELL TO BIDDERS, WORLDWIDE. Thanks for looking and GOOD LUCK! If the video link below is inactive, please go to: http://youtu.be/NemGcVNE9bE Winning bidder please contact us within 24 hours of auction close. A deposit of $2000 is due via PayPal at that time. Vehicle deposits are non-refundable, per PayPal and eBay policy. Balance due in certified U.S. funds via bank wire transfer within 7 days of auction close. We do not accept overseas bank drafts or cashier's checks. Vehicle has a clear title and is being sold by the owner, with our assistance. Please call David at 503-309-7729 between 9am and 9pm Pacific Time with any questions. Thank you. Shipping is the responsibility of the buyer and not included in the auction price. Vehicle must be picked up within 14 days of payment, unless other arrangements have been made. Note that vehicle will be shipping from the Portland, Oregon area with easy access to interstate highways (I-5: north-south, and I-84 east). We will gladly assist your carrier with loading. Please ask all questions before bidding. Your personal inspection is invited before the close of the auction. Only you know if the vehicle is right for you. All descriptions are based upon information provided by the seller and our own personal inspection of the vehicle. Obviously, with any collector vehicle there are internal areas that cannot be inspected, but description will be based upon the seller's representations and our observation of the vehicle. For that reason, the vehicle in this listing is being sold "as-is" with no warranties of any kind expressed or implied. Mileage listed is that showing on the odometer and unless otherwise noted, cannot be verified due to the age of the vehicle. By participating in this auction, the bidder agrees to these terms. Charvet Classic Cars is not a dealership or brokerage. I simply assist sellers (all of whom are my personal friends) to find new appreciative homes for their special vehicles. I have been an eBay seller with 100% positive feedback since 1998, and involved with classic cars for many years. I like these cars as much as you do! If you e-mail or call with questions, you will receive my personal attention and knowledge to help you make an informed decision. Thank you - David Charvet You may e-mail by asking a question through the eBay site, or call me at 503-309-7729 between 9am and 9pm Pacific Time. On Oct-28-13 at 08:33:05 PDT, seller added the following information: THANK YOU... For all of the calls, e-mails and bids on this wonderful Studebaker. THE CAR HAS MET RESERVE AND WILL NOW SELL TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER. Thanks again for looking and GOOD LUCK!