Vehicle Description
STK 2763 1963 Studebaker Avanti R-2
This 1963 Studebaker Avanti R-2 is everything that the photos show,
and much more. The current owner (35 years) performed a stunning
frame-off restoration in 2009, an effort that resulted in numerous
AACA Show awards including the coveted 'Senior Award'. This total
restoration is documented and includes photos. Most new components
were sourced through Myer's Studebaker and Studebaker
International. (Also included in the sale is the original window
sticker from Wannalancit Studebaker.) The Avanti body was stripped
to bare fiberglass and the professional 2-stage re-spray of Avanti
Gold (P6333) is virtually flawless. Period correct 15" American
Racing 'Torque Thrust' wheels mount Goodyear radials. (Original
wheels w/new bias tires and two (2) sets of wheel covers are
included.) The factory interior was restored back to original with
Fawn/Elk vinyl upholstery and careful attention to detail. A
'padded' dash is fitted with a full compliment of factory gauges,
positioned directly in the driver's line-of-sight. The AM radio was
an option in 1963 and front seat belts have been installed for safe
travel. Our Avanti is powered by its rebuilt Studebaker 289ci V8
that was factory optioned with the Paxton supercharger. Only a
limited number of Avantis (1,883 in '63/'64) were delivered with
the supercharger option ($210.00) due mainly to the fact that the
location of that large orange Paxton made it impossible to add an
air conditioning compressor. The supercharger feeds a rebuilt
Carter 4-barrel carburetor and an electric fuel pump has been added
to regulate pressure. Output is 290bhp with 330 lb/ft of torque.
The transmission is a Borg Warner T-10 4-speed (1 of 500 delivered
w/supercharged engines) that has been retro-fitted with a Hurst
Competition+ shifter. (Original shifter included.) The blending of
the Paxton's machine-hum and the deep burble of the exhaust results
in a statement that conveys 'all business' through the gears. A
posi-traction differential is factory fitted with 3.73:1 gears and
the clean chassis is equipped with 16:1 manual steering, power
front disc/rear drum brakes, HD springs, front sway bar and
free-flowing dual exhaust. The factory frame torque boxes (Hog
Troughs) were inspected and serviced as part of the restoration and
are in excellent condition. Included in the sale are original
parts, a premium 'California' car cover, 15 years of 'Avanti
Magazine', a parts catalogue and a shop manual. Our handsome,
carefully restored Avanti is a wise investment that belongs in your
garage. ALL VEHICLES SOLD "AS IS".
