1955 Studebaker Commander

Studebaker Commander (1955)
for sale

Price: US $250.00

Description:


Original 1955 Studebaker Commander 4dr. sedan finished in Velvet Black over Coraltone. Sold new at McCallister Auto Company in Albuquerque, New Mexico, this car became a restoration project of the previous owner which was subsequently abandoned.

The overall description:
The car shows the typical Studebaker rust in areas such as the front fenders, front floor boards and trunk corners. Paint and interior are entirely factory original but show the wear of age and exposure to the elements; entire interior will have to be redone. The right rear door glass and windshield are cracked. Body is straight with no serious or major body damage other than bent corners of the rear of the hood. The chrome & trim were largely removed, but much of it is present and can be re-used. Known to be missing is the center grill section, headlamp trim and hood ornament. Also absent are the original radio, carburetor and OEM air-cleaner.
Original Equipment (see image of factory build sheet):
Factory Hi-Power Kit consisting of 4-bbl. Carburetor (missing), Dual Exhaust & High-Compression Cylinder Head
Directional Signals
3-Speed Manual Transmission with Overdrive
259cu.in., h.p. Wildcat V8
Climatizer Heater/Defroster
Tinted Glass
Electric Windshield Wipers
Undercoating
Two-Tone Paint
White Wall Tires
What is known to need attention:
This car will require a complete restoration including, but not limited to some rust repair/metal replacement work (front floor boards, rear trunk corners and front fenders), paint, upholstery, etc.
The condition of the drive-train is unknown and has not been touched since acquiring the car some 10 years ago.
Original AM radio removed and missing.
Right rear door glass and windshield will need replacement.
New tires will be necessary.
This car deserves to be saved and restored despite it being a much maligned 4-door sedan; when was the last time you saw an original pink mid-Fifties Studebaker??
Please give this Commander a good home where it will be appreciated, enjoyed and preserved.
Buyer is fully responsible for vehicle pick-up, which must be done within 14 days of sale (or a storage charge of $50/week will be assessed).
This Studebaker Commander is sold 'as-is', 'where-is' with no expressed, implied or promised warranties or guarantees.
Car is sold on a Bill-of-Sale; there is no title with this car.
Every effort has been made to describe this vehicle accurately and honestly to the best of our ability.
Please keep in mind this is a 61 year-old vehicle which is original and unmolested, but which was driven and used as daily transportation at one time, stored outside for many years and is now in need of a complete restoration.
Please only bid if you are a serious buyer. If there are additional questions, feel free to email me.
On Feb-09-16 at 19:32:58 PST, seller added the following information:

update: 2016-03-08

Features:

Condition:Seller Notes:
Used
“Original car in need of full restoration.”
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): 8423646Year: 1955
Number of Cylinders: 8Make: Studebaker
Transmission: ManualModel: Commander
Body Type: SedanEngine: 259cu.in. V8
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warrantyDrive Type: RWD
Vehicle Title: Rebuilt, Rebuildable & ReconstructedMileage: 0
Fuel Type: GasolineExterior Color: Coral & Black
For Sale By: Private SellerInterior Color: Gray

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