Free shipping. SPONSORED. Like a lot of automotive stylists, Exner was influenced by contemporary aircraft designs. Just wish it could be me. 1949 Studebaker Commander Starlight Coupe Adam Clarke While there are some cars from automotive history which would tend to make rear seat passengers feel claustrophobic due to little or no visibility from the rear seats, the Starlight is not a car that could have that sort of criticism leveled against it. Top-trimmed Studebakers from 19551958 went by the Studebaker President name (revived from the prewar President models). I recycle but realise that whatever i do as an individual is instantly negated by corporate ! The doors are the same from 47-52. And my own situation was similar I bought a 50 Commander that had been sitting for years and got it running.The more I use it, the better it runs and drives several inoperative things have begun working again on their own. The steps are snugly 4 door with suicide doors, No motor no trans. 1949 STUDEBAKER LAND CRUISER SPECIFICATIONS PRICE Base price: $2,328 Price as optioned: N/A Options: Overdrive, Climatizer heater, whitewall tires, chrome wheel discs, AM radio ENGINE Type: L-head straight-six, cast-iron block and cylinder head Displacement: 245.6 cubic inches Bore x Stroke: 3.312 x 4.750 inches Compression ratio: 6.5:1 The front clip does not meet at the doors. So obviously I like this one, too. . Over 10,000 more Land Cruisers were sold in 1950 than in 1949. Chilton Automotive Multi-Guide, Spring 1931, p. 193. It was always kept out of the elements but moved from barn to shed more than once. A part of American Automotive History, 1959 Studebaker Lark Convertible A very rare American Icon the "Studebaker Lark Convertible." Studebaker Commander Classic Cars for Sale - Autotrader Classics Runs smooth with its 6 cylinder and 6 volt system. Someone told me they had come via Switzerland . $12,500 Dealership CC-1632631 1949 Studebaker Pickup 1949 Studebaker 3/4 ton Pickup 6 cyl manual trans. I like the looks of these better than the bullet nose versions. Not many left. I'm getting rid of my dads 1962 Studebaker Pick Up. windshield and window vision! Find new and used 1949 Studebaker Commander Classics for sale by classic car dealers and private sellers near you. We joked about cars that had done the ton, or rolled over. In October 1928, three Commander sixes lined up at the Atlantic City Speedway to challenge the 15,000mi (24,000km) speed record (64.25mph (103.40km/h)) held by the much higher-priced Auburn straight-eight Speedster. That 246ci engine received major work to the fuel system, cooling system, and cylinder head. 4 door with suicide doors, No motor no trans. trim rings or discs optional at extra cost on all models. I ride my bike and get a view and a workout simultaneously without having another vehicle to maintain. The more that I look at the car, the more I have to wonder just how amazing it must have been to travel in the back seat. As far as the Stude is concerned, the price seems a little ambitious especially with a title issue. overdrive, or stay below 50 mph. I know the owner of this car, and hes a stand-up Guy. Iowa $17,900: 1963 Studebaker Lark . A couple of thoughts come to mind. See specifications list in photo section. ClassicCars.com has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States, successfully making the Inc. 5000 list in both 2015, spine-saving, cost-saving improvements than any new trucks ever 1949 Studebaker Commander 1949 Studebaker Commander. 1951 Studebaker Champion 4 door - monster truck, rat rod, hot rod, 4 wheel drive - chassis is 1985 C, - Restored 1950 Studebaker Champion 'Bullet Nose' - We acquired this car froma member of the Studeba, 1951 StudaBaker Commander Bullet Nose! In 1953, the polarizing appearance was updated and shares some appearance features with the Citroen DS that appeared in 1955. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette4 days$33,750Bid Now, 1978 Chevrolet Corvette5 days$2,100Bid Now, 1971 Lincoln Continental Mark III6 days$2,500Bid Now. New listings are added daily. 4 door with suicide doors, No motor no trans. Th. horses! I'm getting rid of my dads 1962 Studebaker Pick Up. In a 1953 road test done by Popular Mechanics, the Commander got a 0-60mph of 17.9 seconds and was rated as getting 26.1 mpg at 30mph.[5]. 1949 Studebaker Commander VIN: 4375569 condition: fair cylinders: 6 cylinders delivery available drive: rwd fuel: gas odometer: 31146 paint color: blue size: mid-size title status: clean transmission: manual type: convertible WILL NOT REPLY TO RANDOM EMAILS.. $3,000 Dealership CC-1656610 1951 Studebaker Commander 1951 StudaBaker Commander Bullet Nose! They not only accomplished that but then went on to establish new records up to 25,000 miles (40,000km). Size for size, wheelbase There were also fewer frame re-enforcements than in subsequent years. There are 98 new and used 1949 to 1962 Studebakers listed for sale near you on ClassicCars.com with prices starting as low as $500. The car is not perfect, but it is a really solid example of a quite unusual and interesting car, and good examples do sell for prices of around $20,000. Not a perfect but solid 1938 Studebaker President Coupe For Sale $7,500 or Trade Complete car Flat Head Straight 8 engine Standard transmission on floor Rough but Rare car Call or text Reuben the owner at 830-534-6582 or email at [emailprotected] Tell him Gary Greer sen 1941 Studebaker Commander 6 cylinder standard shift. Run and Drive. Shop millions of cars from over 22,500 dealers and find the perfect car. Im generally a purist but this would make a nice restomod. On the Champion, a gold S replaced the 8. buying and selling classic and collector vehicles. THIS CAR IS IN EXCELLENT OVERALL CONDITION. An example of data being processed may be a unique identifier stored in a cookie. .I guess that means the backseat will have to be reupholstered. Learn how and when to remove these template messages, Learn how and when to remove this template message, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Studebaker_Land_Cruiser&oldid=1131027787, Articles that may contain original research from January 2021, All articles that may contain original research, Articles needing additional references from September 2011, All articles needing additional references, Articles with multiple maintenance issues, All articles with specifically marked weasel-worded phrases, Articles with specifically marked weasel-worded phrases from June 2012, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 2 January 2023, at 05:26. With some attention this would be a handsome car, gutless, but handsome. 1947-49 models would be changed little from year to year, with updates to grilles and such being the main items. ClassicCars.com has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States, successfully making the Inc. 5000 list in both 2015, 1949-'53 Studebaker 2R Trucks | Hemmings I remember back in the 40s and 50s, most cars with over 80,000 miles on them were considered pretty-well used up, and anything over 100,000 miles was the stuff of legends. The reason Im selling is because my wife has been out of work for 3 months now and Studebaker commanders .. v8 auto 1 has 68k mile will need fuel pump installed unique rare find of American made history .. 3rd owner ? Continue with Recommended Cookies, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette4 days$33,750Bid Now, 1978 Chevrolet Corvette5 days$2,100Bid Now, 1971 Lincoln Continental Mark III6 days$2,500Bid Now. So just a couple years later, Commander cars were 232 V-8. Suicide Doors. Its hard, 1949 Studebaker Pickup 1/2 T 6 cyl 3 speed -Vehicle is on consignment and at our clients home -Please Call First and talk to a rep at 231-468-2809 EXT 1 -Showroom is by appointment only Ple, 1949 Studebaker Commander. We can ship to your location. That stuff is fantastic for keeping old engines running. Looks like it might have some good bones, though hard to tell. Hope to read you and the others for many more years The famous designer, Eleanor LeMaire was retained to brighten up the interiors of the new cars. A lot of work has gone into this classic car. HERE is the most Thats not surprising. Good chrome, paint and upholstery. Books list the torque, but I disagree with their stated figures. good interior, front seats non-original. These have been temporarily saved. $3,000 Dealership CC-1659960 1949 Studebaker Antique 1949 Studebaker Four Door Sedan. A 49 has the 245 engine. Nice paint and working air a 1952 Studebaker Champion 4dr/ suicide doors engine 2.8L inline six cylinder 85hp Transmission 3 spd on the column/ w electric over drive miles 50148 Car has been fully restored The car has been stored since 2006 Th 1962 Champ Pickup Runs and Drives Excellent, No Rust very solid, also 1960 Lark Station Wagon $ 14,500 call or text Wayne for details show contact info. Whatever work he says hes done to this car was done properly. The 1950 bullet-nose front will fit right on but only from a Commander. The body style was shared with the President and Commander series for 1936. Over 10,000 more Land Cruisers were sold in 1950 than in 1949. HeckId even sample Exners handiwork from the back half to residential use. From the firewall back the Champion and Commander are the same. Matching 1937 Studebaker Coupe Express pickup 270 HEMI,& 6PACK, Work of Art. LoL. The 50 front will fit 47 thru 49. Dimensions are: 8 1/2 inches width by 11. 63000 miles on original 289 cu. Classics on Autotrader is your one-stop shop for the best classic cars, muscle cars, project cars, exotics, hot rods, classic trucks, and old cars for sale. Commander Ive also put power disc brakes on my car but with minimal effort they could go back to stock at any time. Being somewhat geared to manufacturing and mechanical practices, I question why this is such a general observance. These new colors included green, blue and tan as well as an opulent silver-gray. But it rather drastically limits the selection of vintage cars available to you. If you jacked up one corner of the car, to change a tire, for example, the frame flexed so much that you could either not open the door or could not close it. He used Pennzoil 30w religiously. Its a head turner And yes we have the Title for it! The team rested for a little over three hours before attempting another record on the 600-mile track to Brisbane. 1949 Studebaker Pickup, runs good, great if you want to do more restoring or enjoy it as is. For the 1961, Studebaker added a Lark model, the Cruiser, which continued through the 1966 model year. 1949 Studebaker for Sale on ClassicCars.com to shy away from the 55 Studebakers. Sign up for our free daily email and youll never miss another find: Giant Drop-Top: 1969 Mercury Marquis Convertible. 2016, 2017 and 2018. Studebaker tried to be the first automaker to offer a post-war car, but Kaiser-Frazer sort of beat them to the punch by a few months. The two sports roadsters averaged better than 65mph (105km/h) and the sedan, which had flipped on the icy boards during one of the night runs and had been hurriedly repaired, averaged almost 62mph. James Nance the idiot running Packard didnt help either when the two companies on death row combined. All top end parts except carb and distributor. 125k invested, asking $85k. 1947 Studebaker Champion 2dr---------Solid Oklahoma Car that is complete & good condition overall. There was also a smoother looking instrument panel, doing away with the individually hooded gauges of the previous year. Studebaker 1949 - Classic Car Catalogue Land Cruiser (6 Studebaker was a once proud company, but paid employees too much, had bad management and when it finally got Sherwood Egbert, he made great business moves to save the company, but he died too young. 4 But 1950 saw the "Next Look in Cars" Studebaker's answer to the other manufacturer's 1949 models. 4 door with suicide doors, No motor no trans. We may not love the same cars but we are nevertheless bound by the same passion sensational new 1949 Studebakers! Snazzy car in the popular slang of the time. American Classics (2) Antiques (0) Classic Trucks (0) Exotics (0) Hot Rods . Background [ edit] 1949 Studebaker Four Door Sedan. They have shippers for that here in America! Like my new Audi, but no electronic read, my 39 MG did have a float in the oil pan, pressing a button on the dash changed the gas gauge to an oil gauge. easy even for short men! cu.in., 100 h.p. Example I replaced the original seats in my dodge with modern dodge seats but the old ones will bolt right back in should I change my mind later on. The 1954 Land Cruiser sold for $2438. The only issue is the fact that the engine is apparently a bit smoky, but it does have good oil pressure and runs quietly and smoothly. 1950 Studebaker R2 Pickup truck on a 1986 Monte Carlo SS chassis. 1962 Studebaker Gran Turismo. The bike is pretty much maintenance free ! While there are some cars from automotive history which would tend to make rear seat passengers feel claustrophobic due to little or no visibility from the rear seats, the Starlight is not a car that could have that sort of criticism leveled against it. Classifieds for 1949 Studebaker Vehicles. It cleaned up nicely. 1949 Studebaker Commander. It is truly one of a kind. 4 Door Sedan. For convertible aficionados, the Studebaker Commander was a - Hemmings Deluxe 4 Door Sedan It was parked with some sort of an engine issue at what may be 131,000 miles. engine, a 700 R4 automatic trans replaced the original 2 speed trans, power steering, manual brakes, Cold Vintage air conditioning. Before the interstates, most of us never expected to go more than 55 mph. If I wanted it, Id drive over Snoqualmie Pass and check it out myself. I have seen a 50 clip on a 49. decorator-fabric upholsteries New body colors There were three basic models the Light Six, the Special Six and the Big Six, developing 40bhp (30kW; 41PS), 50bhp (37kW; 51PS), and 60bhp (45kW; 61PS) respectively at 2000rpm. Built in Hamilton, Ontario Canada in Sept. 1965, Sold originally in southern California, registered in Cathedral city. Brakes & Brake Parts for Studebaker Commander for sale | eBay It remains my favorite Stude. Before the Eisenhower era, there were neither roads nor any real desire to make fast, open road cruisers like even a low-priced junker today will do. The body is perceived to be straight and has never required any bodywork (at least until now), but the black paint, white convertible top. This particular Starlight may not be perfect, but it does appear to be a solid car with only a few very minor rust issues. The Studebaker company had a problem with the Mercedes-Benz company. if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'barnfinds_com-large-leaderboard-2','ezslot_4',148,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-barnfinds_com-large-leaderboard-2-0');if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[300,250],'barnfinds_com-large-leaderboard-2','ezslot_5',148,'0','1'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-barnfinds_com-large-leaderboard-2-0_1'); .large-leaderboard-2-multi-148{border:none !important;display:block !important;float:none !important;line-height:0px;margin-bottom:7px !important;margin-left:auto !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-top:7px !important;max-width:100% !important;min-height:250px;padding:0;text-align:center !important;}The seller may be able to find the title, but its currently MIA amongst all his fathers paperwork. sweeping change ever made in truck design since gasoline replaced 1949 Studebaker Champion Commander For Sale - Chelsea Cars 1949 Studebaker Champion Commander For Sale Make: Studebaker Model: Champion Commander First Registered: 1949 Price: POA Mileage: Colour: Yellow Engine: Gearbox: Manual Power: LHD/RHD: LHD Additional Features: 1949 Studebaker Champion Commander For Sale The 1952 Land Cruiser was the last to use real glass for the tail and parking light lenses. One more here for the bullet nose this one lacks. Today, this respected resource pegs the range at $7,250-$31,600, with average retail being $18,100. In January of 2011, a beautifully restored 1951 2R5 sold at RM's Arizona auction for $35,750, putting it well above the $20,000-$30,000 auction estimate. When the prototype convertible was no longer needed, engineer E. T. Reynolds ordered the car to be stripped and the body sent to the secret graveyard at the company's proving grounds west of South Bend. But is there a Studebaker tie-in? They introduce more time-saving, For more information on how we collect and use this information, please review our Privacy Policy. We and our partners use cookies to Store and/or access information on a device. We loved it, but by 45,000 miles we were hearing death rattles from the main bearings. Since it was a sellers market after WWII, Studebaker felt no need to change the basic design of the car, even though they knew that other makers would have new cars in 1949. This rare and desirable bullet-nose Starlight coupe is the top-of-the-line Commander model. My daughters new Mini back in 2001 required oil changes only every 10,000 miles! With the engine in the car, they didnt. Cheaper than airfare and more reliable than a test drive. 1949 Studebaker Commander..Starlight Coupe..Beautiful Car..The One Everybody Wants..Low Mileage..Slate Grey Paint..One Re-Paint back to Original..Original Grey .More. We love ours! If interested Please SEND me a phone number for a return phone call. and likely the interior will need a complete restoration. Everything works as it should. My own personal requirement on any deal is that I have to be able to speak personally on the phone with the owner of the vehicle. Studebaker coasted along with the old bodies until 1952. It is believed that this motor has never required a rebuild and runs nicely. But Im not about to give up my reliance on my cars at age 82 especially in these Michigan winters where I live. Sign in now to prevent your Saved Listings from expiring. In most cases where people say Id buy this if it werent so far away, I suspect they wouldnt actually buy it if it were two blocks away. Not running, engine turns. Im to deep into my current project or I might go after this one. In. One was a light green Champion and the other a maroon coloured Commander . Commander flathead six had a Same owner for past 44 years, driven t, 1955 studebaker truck Project Nice clean Studebaker truck, have title for it. Good to see someones trying to keep this one out of the crusher. Run and Drive. 55 commander coupe, 259 v8 3speed OD. 1960 champ with a studebaker 289 with aftermarket fitec fuel injection, four speed trans and true duel exhaust. I am currently working on our 1948 Studebaker Business Coupe (I found the car last year in a barn where it had been sitting since 1972) putting in an LS-3 and 6 speed manual from a 2010 Camaro SS, 430hp that should wake her up.I love the looks of the Studebaker so, except for the drivetrain,plan on keeping everything factory.The ultimate sleeper!! Chief engineer Gene Hardig discussed the request with E. T. Reynolds. The Best Ford Mustangs Ever Made. We currently only have 1, priced at $25,000. Its doubtful the car could be easily coaxed to start, but no mention is made as to whether the engine is stuck after all this time. 4 door with suicide doors, No motor no trans. It only required 2psi (0.14bar) of pressure to turn the steering wheel but it was noisy. The original owner was a rep for Colt, and drove the wheels off the car, but never considered getting a newer model. These long-stroke engines were well known for their durability and low-end torque. Truck looks runs and stops a Rare- 1948 Studebaker Champion- Runs great, Florida Car. This Studebaker was garage kept all its life. Engine horsepower increased to 127 as the result of a 0.5 compression increase (to 7.5). While it was in keeping with most other brands of the era, the large amount of chrome (demanded by the sales department) caused many people[who?] In the upper part, the Commander had a gold 8 while the Champion a gold S. 1949 Studebaker Commander. All original 1960 Studebaker Champ Pickup. The Studebaker Land Cruiser is an automobile that was produced by the Studebaker Corporation of South Bend, Indiana (United States) from 19341954. If you're looking for a classic Studebaker Commander, look no further than Hemmings, the premiere online classic car dealer of the US! Represented to us as 44,527 actual miles with actual odometer reading on the title as proof. Not Many Left: 1949 Studebaker Commander Convertible Russ Dixon After World War II, Studebaker offered two automobiles, the Champion and the Commander, with the latter targeted at those who wanted a more upscale automobile. For 1956, an upscale President Classic sedan was offered. $29990.00 Serious and qualified buyers 59 studebaker lark All stock Flathead 6 cylinder Automatic Great driver! Want a `51 cvt.? The 1953 model sold retail for $2316 ($23,457 in 2021 dollars [1]). The Zimmerman (formerly Automobile Driving Museum) in El Segundo CA, next to LAX, has one in museum quality condition which they drive on some Sundays to give visitors a ride around the block. This prestigious accolade represents the continued growth of the company, and ClassicCars.com's dominance as the world's largest online marketplace for Having driven many miles in quite a few Studebaker trucks, from 1/2 ton up to 2 ton. 1949 Studebaker Commander Classic Cars for Sale near Plymouth, Florida Climatizer heating and ventilating, white sidewall tires and wheel In our town there were two examples of the breed. Coils springs for 1950 made a world of difference. The new Land Cruiser exclusively rode the company's longest wheelbase (124in (3,100mm)), which provided additional legroom for rear seat passengers. No. I remember when oil-changes were recommended every 1,000 miles. 1948 Studebaker Commander | Auto Barn Classic Cars 1949 Studebaker Commander Pricing Original MSRP N/a Price range N/a Average price on CG $0 YoY price change N/a Date Sep 22 Oct 22 Nov 22 Dec 22 Jan 23 Feb 23 Price (US $) $22,000 $24,000 $26,000 $28,000 $30,000 1951 Studebaker Commander 1950 Studebaker Commander 1949 Studebaker Commander 1948 Studebaker Commander Index Price See more price trends Door Sedan I drove it like that for 5 years and it never gave me any trouble. The seat is missing other then that it looks all there. Keep me in the conversation via email. will get toasted early, unless you have Some of our partners may process your data as a part of their legitimate business interest without asking for consent. Comes with additional professionally rebuilt to like new condition, extra engine, transmission, and rear end. Interior in good condition. Restored in 2007. of Lucas engine oil stabilizer in the engine on the next oil change. Stock body, except wheels. Regal Deluxe 2 Door Strlhardtop Coup