Built in 1963 but titled 1964 with original California Black license plate. Studebaker 289 cu V8 engine with Paxton Supercharger. Automatic transmission (1 of 500 delivered w/supercharged engines).
Presented with an excellent, high-quality full off frame restoration, this Avanti has well-known history from new with only two previous owners. Frame blasted then coated with POR15. Rebuilt engine, Transmission and differential resealed. Final detailing by Myers Studebaker. All original, new carpet, interior is perfect, gauges are perfect, glass is perfect. 34,313 original miles.
Options include a floor-shift automatic transmission, Twin-Traction (limited slip) differential, performance mufflers, power steering, power windows, power brakes, power steering, push button radio, electric washers, and sun band tinted windscreen. With its exemplary restoration, this Avanti displays high quality paintwork, good body fit, and fine detailing. Recent 2 stage paint in original color. The distinct original wheel covers are in place on factory steel wheels shod with proper narrow-whitewall BF Goodrich radials. The headlining is excellent, and this car features seat belts as originally equipped. New weather stripping including front and rear glass gaskets. New salt and pepper pattern carpet in original color. Comes with both original CA Black plates + registrations to 1989 and 2001 CA Antique plate. Thanks to its fine quality restoration and many years of care in the hands of passionate aficionados, it remains in marvelous condition; certain to provide many years of enjoyment on the road and in club events.
