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1947 Studebaker Champion Regal Deluxe Convertible (6G-S2)
Rare (only 2,200 built) first new Post-War model 1947 Studebaker Champion Regal Deluxe Convertible. In original factory color - Velvet Black - with Red vinyl interior and a white vinyl convertible top. A clean, rust-free, very original, all-stock car. Starts, runs, and drives smoothly. Original 3-speed manual transmission with original factory-installed Overdrive. Easily drive freeway speeds. An excellent driver, the car has also won awards at local shows. Very little work is needed to make this a solid show car or drive and enjoy this car as-is. The current owner has driven less than 250 miles since its purchase in 2015. Over $8,000 in parts and professional service receipts go with documentation. The original Factory Production Order / Build Sheet from the Studebaker National Museum Archives is also included. An extensive list of hard-to-find NOS and original parts is included with the sale.
Specifications
Original Straight 6 Engine / Numbers Matching
3-Speed Manual Transmission w/ Overdrive - Easily handles 65 MPH
6V / Positive Ground system
Original Philco Radio
Original Speedometer shows 67,046 miles
Clear and Current Virginia Title
Factory Production Order / Build Sheet (from Studebaker National Museum Archives) included
Interior Re-upholstered in mid 2000s (by previous owner)
Body repaint in mid 2000s (by previous owner)
Vinyl Top installed in mid 2000s (by previous owner)
Restoration Work and parts installed under current ownership from 2015 to date
NOS Rear Bumper
NOS Bumper Guards (all 4)
NOS Radiator - from original factory warehouse stock / Studebaker International, South Bend, IN
Refurbished original carburetor
New Fuel Lines
Resealed Gas Tank
Refurbished original oil bath air cleaner
Refurbished exhaust system and muffler and NOS exhaust tailpipe
Refurbished Vacuum Wiper Motor
NOS Wiper Motor Armatures and Cable System
NOS Speedometer
NOS Speedometer Cable
NOS Clock
NOS Gauge Cluster (Amps, Oil, Gas, Heat)
NOS Instrument Panel Knobs
New reproduction electrical wiring - (Fabric over modern wiring supplied by Lark Works, Ltd.)
New Master and all 4 Wheel Brake Cylinders
New Brake Lines
NOS Rear Brake Drums
New Reproduction Rear Inner Axle
NOS Parking Brake Cables
Original Factory Option Extra Seat Springs
Parts List included in sale
Original 1947 Step-And-Time Service Manual
1947-1949 Shop Manual
NOS Pair of Houdaille (knee-lever) Front Shock Absorbers
Original convertible top rear window frame and glass
NOS and Original convertible top frame parts
NOS Convertible top motor
Original convertible top switch
New reproduction convertible top wiring harness (Fabric over modern wiring supplied by Lark Works, Ltd.)
New Safety Glass - Doors, Quarter windows, and vent windows
NOS Back Up Light Kit (Original Studebaker Factory Option)
NOS Glove Box Light Kit (Original Studebaker Factory Option)
NOS Speedometer (Spare)
NOS Speedometer Cable and Housing (Spare)
NOS Gas Pedal (Spare)
NOS Air Deflector - Black
NOS Radiator Grille Panel - Black
NOS 1947 only chrome 2-part name badge "STUDE" and "BAKER" for front of car
NORS Thermostat (160 degree open)
NOS Rear Gravel Deflector - Black
Exact Reproduction Factory Option Side Mirror (Driver's side) - from Studebaker International, South Bend, IN
1947-1949 Used original hubcaps (Quant. 5)
Original armrests (need recovering)
Original visors (need recovering)
Custom modern Seat Belt Kit (x4) for front and rear seats
Two spare 1947 only Studebaker Head Badges (for hood)
Complete set of spare interior door and window crank handles
Complete set of spare outer door handles (stainless steel)
Spare chrome headlamp housings, trunk handles, and more
Car does sell with reasonable reserve of only $15,900
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