1948 Studebaker convertible

Convertible

flathead 170 cid 6 cylinder / with Overdrive

Manual

G330245

Clear

Gasoline

In 1939, the Studebaker company designed and produced a car known as the Studebaker Champion. Profits were soaring but World War II forced the company to again become a manufacturing giant in the war effort. Studebaker's war vehicles were judged to be the most reliable and sturdy further enhancing the company profile. Studebaker produced over 200,000 US6 trucks for use by France and the Soviet Union. In addition, the company was building engines suitable for use in the B-17 Flying Fortress. Studebaker also designed a unique multi-season vehicle called the Weasel which was later upgraded and called the M29. These vehicles proved to be capable of working in all types of environment; a factor that was very beneficial for a military vehicle. After World War II, The first completely new american car did not come from the "BIG THREE",and it wasn't conceived in Detroit. Studebaker came up with futuristic designs that put the big three in a panic mode to keep up. Riding low,wide and handsome straight into the discriminating America,Studebaker styling has established the design pattern for all truly modern cars The demise of Studebaker came with the fact that they could not cheapen their manufacturing of a hand built car. They held on to their principals of building a Quality Car vs a cheaper assembly car like the "BIG THREE" We are proud to present a 1948 Champion Deluxe 7G Convertible that has spent most of its life in a Studebaker Museum. It has the Original Matching Flathead Cid 6 cylinder engine with a 3-speed stick on the column with a RARE OVERDRIVE. It was painted professionally in Balsam Green Metallic 10 years ago and would be considered a 9/10 with no orange peel . This Color is Rare and was only a option on the Convertibles. This color became popular for Hot Rods and Customs through the early 60's. There is no Rust on the body or any type of bondo or filler in car / all straight and original metal. The Chrome and trim are all nice with a dash that looks almost brand new. This is a EXTREMELY RARE POST WAR CONVERTIBLE that will surely appreciate while enjoying those Sunday drives. Take this Roadster to the Car Show and start your collection of awards for it will win many. The Real Leather interior looks great with no rips or tears. Please come and look at this Time piece you will not be disappointed FeaturesOriginal Flathead 170 Cid 6 cylinder Engine3-speed Stick on Column that shifts niceRare Overdrive transmissionProfessionally painted in Balsam Green Metallic / Show Car QualityDrivers side Spot light /fully functionalHeater and Defroster work greatEntire interior is Original Real leather including door panels ( beautiful chrome accents on seats)Thick carpeting throughout car including trunkNice Chrome and Stainless exteriorNice Radial White Wall TiresAll chrome and emblems in excellent conditionElectric starter on floor engages engine easilyAll gauges are fully functionalAir vent scoops are fully functionalWipers are fully functional as well as Horn on the steering wheelDoor ajar lights fully functionalVin number G330245Engine # 359861Original Miles ---- 68,670ImperfectionsTop will need to be replaced / Car was used on Sunny Days / All Convertible Irons great shape (New top sold online for $369.00 Website----- convertibletopguys.comThis Car is considered to be in between Good and Excellent condition----- Closer to the Excellent condition Hagerty Valued this car at :Fair Condition---- $18,300.00Good condition----$29,500.00Excellent Cond----$42,900.00Concourse Cond--$57,600.00Come see this beauty / or have a mechanic come check it out / no disappointmentsAny Questions Call or text Jeff---- 815-768-5335 This Car is being Sold Locally / Buy it before someone else doesFrom the Museum to you Garage