Detail Info for: Studebaker Gorgeous Bullet Nose Classic

Transaction Info
Sold On:
04/18/2012
Price:
$ 26500.00
Condition:
Mileage:
Location:
Newport Beach, California, 92660
Seller Type:
Private seller
Vehicle Specification
Year Make Model:
1951 Studebaker
Submodel Body Type:
Coupe
Engine:
6 - Cyl.
Transmission:
Automatic
VIN:
G898494
Vehicle Title:
Drive Train:
Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard Equipment:
Optional Equipment:
Vehicle Detail
1951 Studebaker Champion Regal Starlight Coupe Very nicely restored 1951 Studebaker "Bullet Nose" Champion Regal Deluxe Starlight Coupe....one of the most desired models of the notable 1950-51 bullet nose years. Superior paint, professional engine & automatic transmission rebuild, tons of new or NOS parts. I have receipts totalling $12,565 that the prior owner spent on the car after he purchased it for $20,000! So many little details were taken care of that the car presents extremely well and there is not much for the new owner to do. Automatic transmission and the instrument panel clock are rare items. New base coat/clear coat paint very, veyr close to the original color (I have the paint sample chart), new chrome all over and also new wiring ! Complete full build of the original flathead 6 motor by Bill Cathcart's Studebaker. Car starts instantly and then engine is so smooth. The following items are new or properly overhauled: shock absorbers, full wheel covers, radial tires, brakes, generator, carburetor, radiator, voltage regulator, fuel pump, spark plugs & wires, correct tar top battery. Completely restored 6 button radio, electric wipers, restored clock, working spot light, front and rear bumper guards (desireable options), full dash area was rebuilt with new cables for vents, heater, etc. Working heater and defroster, working turn signals, correct tissue dispensor, working hill holder portion of the transmission. Car cover,"Studebaker" floor mats and a number of small extra parts are included. Also includes an excellent stack of service, chassis and engine manuals (not shown in photos). A 1951 Studebaker like this, especially a highly optioned Starlight Coupe is a RARE car indeed! All lights, horn, door locks, keys, etc. are in working order. All old cars have problems and on this car I would say the portion of this car that needs more work is the interior. I would have the seat bottoms rebuilt as they seem weak and the passengers seem to sit lower than proper. BE SURE TO SCROLL ALL THE WAY DOWN AND LOOK AT THE ENGINE AND UNDERCARRIAGE PHOTOS.....INCREDIBLE! The car is currently located in Orange County, CA and is available for review by serious potential buyers. I've sold numerous classic cars here on ebay and have terrific feedback. Remember that winning an auction is a legally binding contract. Winner must provide the deposit requested. If upon inspection of the car you don't want to purchase it that is fine but th deposit is non-refundable. Click on ANY photo to load 12 MegaPixel original image. Click on photo to load very large original image. Click on photo to load very large original image. Click on photo to load very large original image. Click on photo to load 7 MegaPixel original image. 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