Detail Info for: Studebaker : Commander Commander 1955 Studebaker Commander - Tasteful Custom Hot Rod 350 Chevrolet V8 - Rare Car

Transaction Info
Sold On:
07/05/2013
Price:
$ 18100.00
Condition:
Mileage:
2781
Location:
Fairfield, Ohio, 45014
Seller Type:
Dealer
Vehicle Specification
Year Make Model:
1955 Studebaker Commander
Submodel Body Type:
Hard top
Engine:
350 V8
Transmission:
Automatic
VIN:
8398512
Vehicle Title:
Clear
Drive Train:
Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard Equipment:
Optional Equipment:
Vehicle Detail
1955 Studebaker Commander Hardtop Chevrolet 350-V8 Rare Car with Custom upgrades Tastefully Done with Looks to spare Being offered is a super sharp ’55 Studebaker Commander that has been upgraded with numerous cosmetic and performance modifications to make it a one of a kind classy hot rod. This vehicle has an ultra-rare look that draws attention and turns heads every where it goes. This is a car was way ahead of it’s time in terms of style and flare. The high gloss red paint is set off with loads of stainless and chrome. The vehicle has an awesome stance with 17” American Torque thrust wheels. This is a vehicle that stands out in the crowd and you won’t find another one like it, this is a true one of a kind Studebaker. Interior Highlights The interior of this vehicle is very complete and is in great condition. The front bucket seats are covered in black vinyl that is like new with a functional center console. The back bench seat is also covered in black vinyl and features a center seat back that functions as an arm rest. The dash is in excellent shape with glossy paint, and the original gauge cluster which is in great shape. The vehicle is equipped with a Lokar shifter, Sun super Tach, and a sport Lecarra steering wheel that let’s you know this is not your average Studebaker. The headliner is in excellent shape with chrome straps - check out the pictures - you just can’t find that kind of detail anymore. Overall the interior is complete and in excellent shape as can be seen in the pictures. Exterior Highlights The exterior of the car is absolutely stunning. This car has lines that are way beyond it’s time. The bright red paint is set off by the massive amount of stainless and chrome. The hardtop body with the cozy wings add to the sporty look of the car and provides an open air feel while cruising down the road. The paint is driver quality with minor touch up’s. The body on the car is super straight and super solid, as is the frame, undercarriage and trunk - this is a super clean Studebaker with excellent body fit. The speedster badging on the sides of the vehicle add to the sporty look of this one of a kind Studebaker. The vehicle is set off by the like new 17” American torque thrust wheels with goodyear eagle LS tires. The louvered hood not only looks sharp from the outside but adds to the sporty feel when you are behind the wheel. The vehicle is equipped with functional side vents. The exterior of the vehicle is stunning. This is a very rare car that is commonly mistaken for anything from a Thunderbird to a vintage Ferrari. Mechanical Highlights Mechanically is powered by a 350 small block V8 chevrolet motor that has plenty of power and features a 2004R Overdrive transmission with a Lokar floor shifter. The vehicle is equipped with a super clean engine compartment and a super solid and super clean undercarriage. The vehicle is equipped with front disk brakes. The vehicle has dual exhaust with stainless tips that gives the car a nice hot rod sound. Mechanically this vehicle is in great running order. Items needing attention This vehicle has converted to a 12 volt system, the vehicle retains it’s original radio and gas gauge which are not hooked up due to the voltage change. The title on the vehicle reads 2,871 miles - Non actual odometer discrepancy This is the opportunity to own a very rare one of a kind Studebaker that is in great shape. If you have any questions about this vehicle please feel free to call Tom at 513 608-8121. This vehicle may be listed elsewhere and we reserve the right to end this listing at our discretion. This Vehicle is offered by Special Interest Auto Sales LLC. Special Interest Auto Sales is a family owned and operated business specializing in vehicles which provide “Pride in Ownership”. The vehicles we sell are described to the “best of our knowledge” with years of experience and prior owner input. Although we consider our evaluations conservatively fair we realize they are subjective and will likely vary from individual to individual. Photos can be very deceiving and although we attempt to provide photos that represent the vehicle properly we are limited by technology as to what you see on a computer screen. Due to the age of the vehicles we sell all cars are sold as True Mileage unknown, we will list the current odometer reading and the mileage information from the title but we can not guarantee this information to be correct. It is for these reasons that we welcome and encourage a pre-purchase inspection of the vehicle prior to entering a bid. A winning bid for this vehicle represents the buyer’s agreement that the vehicle has been represented fairly and is in a satisfactory condition to purchase. A winning bid also represents the buyers understanding that this vehicle is being sold in an “AS IS” condition with NO Warranties. Special Interest Auto Sales is proud of our 100% positive feedback rating on EBAY and find that open communication is key to satisfying both parties involved. Please feel free to contact Tom at (513) 608-8121 if you have any questions regarding this purchase. Buyers with less than 10 EBAY transactions must call in order for an offer to be considered serious. Ohio State law requires us to collect sales tax for 8 states outside of Ohio including Arizona, California, Florida, Indiana, Massachusetts, Michigan, South Carolina, and Washington all other state sales taxes will be collected by the buyer’s state. In state buyers will be charged state and local sales tax. Buyer will be responsible for sales tax on full purchase price.