STUDEBAKER GRAN TURISMO (1962)
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| “REBUILT TRANSMISSIONWHITE/RED INTERIORV8 ENGINENEW 3 SPEED FLOOR SHIFTNEW INTERIORWheel coversLeather bucket seatsFull instrumentationAM radioCenter consoleThe GT Hawk's styling was a fairly radical facelift by designer Brooks Stevens of the older Hawk shape; Stevens went after a European-inspired, clean look for the car he codenamed the "Hawk Monaco" (his prototype even had Monegasque license plates!). The hood from the older Hawk was retained, but was given a more pronounced (imitation) radiator frame to more closely resemble the cars of Mercedes-Benz, which at the time were distributed by Studebaker. The grille inside the radiator frame was patterned after the Mercedes as well.Despite the European influence, the Gran Turismo Hawk drew on American influences, too; the roofline was heavily inspired by the Ford Thunderbird, with thick C-pillars. A chrome edge running from front to rear highlighted the top of the bodywork in very similar fashion to that on the contemporary L” |
| Year: | 1962 | VIN : | 162V32900 |
| Mileage: | 84209 | Transmission: | Manual |
| Make: | Studebaker | Body Type: | Coupe |
| Model: | Hawk | Warranty: | Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty |
| Trim: | GRAN TURISMO | Vehicle Title: | Clear |
| Engine: | 289 CI V8 | Options: | Leather Seats |
| Fuel Type: | Gasoline | Exterior Color: | White |
| For Sale By: | Dealer | Interior Color: | Red |
| Drive Side: | Left-hand drive | Number of Cylinders: | 8 |
Absecon, New Jersey, United States
Vehicle description
The Studebaker Gran Turismo Hawk (or GT Hawk ), a sporty coupe sold between 1962 and 1964, was the final development of the Studebaker Hawk series that began with the Golden Hawk of 1956 Redesigning the Hawk The GT Hawk"s styling was a fairly radical facelift by designer Brooks Stevens of the older Hawk shape; Stevens went after a European-inspired, clean look for the car he codenamed the "Hawk Monaco" (his prototype even had Monegasque license plates!). The hood from the older Hawk was retained, but was given a more pronounced (imitation) radiator frame to more closely resemble the cars of Mercedes-Benz , which at the time were distributed by Studebaker. The grille inside the radiator frame was patterned after the Mercedes as well. Despite the European influence, the Gran Turismo Hawk drew on American influences, too; the roofline was heavily inspired by the Ford Thunderbird , with thick C-pillars. A chrome edge running from front to rear highlighted the top of the bodywork in very similar fashion to that on the contemporary Lincoln Continental . The taillights were particularly fashioned after the Lincoln"s, and the trunk lid was given a faux brightwork "grille" overlay (to hide the grooves of the otherwise carryover 1956-61 lid) that resembled the Lincoln as well. Stevens"s extensive yet inexpensive modifications to the body finally rid the car of the 1950s-style tailfins and bodyside trim of previous models. The rear window was nearly flat and recessed, reducing the cost of an ordinarily expensive piece of glass. Overall, the exterior look kept the smooth, aerodynamic style of previous Studebakers but moved up to date. Passenger Compartment Updates Stevens also cleaned up the interior with a modern instrument panel that could be ordered with a full complement of large, easy-to-read instruments within close range of the driver"s line of sight. The top of the instrument panel was also padded to serve as a crash pad. This dashboard would prove to be another Studebaker trendsetter; later Chrysler models in particular (such as the 1977-1989 Dodge Diplomat ) would have instrument arrangements clearly inspired by the Hawk. The GT featured bucket seats and a console in the front, befitting a grand-touring car, and all seats were upholstered in either cloth and vinyl or all-pleated vinyl.
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PLEASE CONTACT GABRIEL AT OR 609-233-8277 FOR ANY QUESTIONS.
* General Terms and Conditions Notice to Bidders: All of the vehicles we list on are for sale locally. We reserve the right to end an auction early. All cars are immediately ready for delivery upon sale. Deposit: We require a deposit within 48 hours of winning the auction. Please call to make arrangements for payment. Payment Types: Cash in person, Certified Funds, Institutional Financing and credit card. All sales transactions must be completed within 3 calendar days of auction close. Prices subject to change without notice and do not include Title, License, Registration Fees, State or Local Taxes or Processing Fees, if any. Please contact seller first for vehicle availability. Although every effort is made to present accurate and reliable information, use of this information is voluntary, and should only be deemed reliable after an independent review of its accuracy, completeness, and timeliness. It is the sole responsibility of the customer to verify the existence of options, accessories and the vehicle condition before time of sale. Any and all differences must be addressed prior to time of sale. No expressed or implied warranties, including the availability or condition of the equipment listed is made. Actual mileage may vary depending on driving conditions, driving habits, and vehicle maintenance. *Out of state buyers are responsible for paying tax, title, license and documentation fee. The customer is responsible for registering the vehicle in their home state. Please reach out to dealer for details.
PLEASE CONTACT GABRIEL AT OR 609-233-8277 FOR ANY QUESTIONS.