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Studebaker Champion 1947 NO Reserve Auction

Sale price: $2,499.00 make an offer

Car location: Pakenham, Victoria, Australia

Seller's notes: This ripper Australian made old girl needs a restoration ,as for rust there is minimal , b pillars and small spots in boot , apart from that normal surface rust , motor and box are there , she turns over easily but will need some attention , front screen and a passenger window are cracked , seat frames are supplied , a few missing parts like headlight surrounds missing but can be found onebay America easily , buitifull old classic cars , the bones are in good condition , any questions call brian on 0413945369

Sale type: Fixed price listing

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Year:
01/1947
Number of Doors:
4
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Studebaker Champion 1947 NO Reserve Auction for sale

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The success of the Champion in 1939 was imperative to Studebaker's survival following weak sales during the 1938 model year. Unlike most other cars. the Champion was designed from a "clean sheet". and had no restrictions caused by necessarily utilizing older parts or requiring the subsequent use of its components in heavier vehicles. Market research guided the selection of features. but a key principle adhered to was the engineering watchword "weight is the enemy. " For its size. it was one of the lightest cars of its era. Its compact straight-6 engine outlasted the model itself and was produced to the end of the 1964 model year. with a change to an OHV design in 1961.

The Champion was one of Studebaker's best-selling models because of its low price (US$660 for the 2-door business coupe in 1939). durable engine. and styling. The car's ponton styling was authored by industrial designer Raymond Loewy who had been under contract with Studebaker for the design of their automobiles. Champions won Mobilgas economy runs by posting the highest gas mileage tests. During World War II. Champions were coveted for their high mileage at a time when gas was rationed in the United States. From 1943–1945. the Champion engine was used as the powerplant for the Studebaker M29 Weasel personnel and cargo carrier. which also used four sets of the Champion's leaf springs arranged transversely for its bogie suspension.

The Champion was phased out in 1958 in preparation for the introduction of the 1959 Studebaker Lark. Prior to this. Studebaker had been placed under receivership. and the company was attempting to return to a profitable position

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