Avanti II 2+2 Classic (1974)

Sale price: US $17,500.00 Make an Offer

Condition: Used Year: 1974
VIN : RQB-2124 Mileage: 100800
Number of Cylinders: 8 Model: Avanti
Engine: Chevy 400 SB Transmission: Automatic
For Sale By: Private Seller Disability Equipped: No
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows
Fuel Type: Gasoline Drive Type: RWD
Exterior Color: Blue Vehicle Title: Clean
Trim: II Body Type: Coupe
Options: Sunroof Make: Studebaker

Inverness, Florida, United States

Vehicle description

………. This is a very Cool* * all original 1974 Avanti II * * one of 123 that were built in 1974. . The Avanti II runs and drives excellent. . it has the look and the stance. . that Studebaker President Sherwood Edbert had hoped would save the Studebaker company from closing. .….
This Avanti is being re-listed due to non payment from the previous buyer. .….who had serious health issues. . and could not purchase the car. . ! !
……. the Fiberglass body is Loaded with Options. . .Factory Original SB Chevy 400 cid V8 4BL Quadrajet Carb * * engine rebuilt 5K miles ago [by previous owner ] it starts . . .runs and sounds excellent. . . . . Turbo 400 Turbo-automatic transmission shifts firm. .…. .Avanti has *100,880 miles on the odometer. ., Power windows, power brakes,power steering, . . A/C works , Tinted Glass, Electric Moon Roof, Power Antenna , cruise control , Factory Roll Bar. . GM tilt Steering Column. . , Nardi Steering Wheel. .Hays Stinger Ignition * * [4] New Coker Magnum 500 15" X 7" Steel Chrome Wheels. . BFG Radial 60 series T/A tires 245/60r15" Front and 255/60r15" Rear. . . New Custom built Aluminum 19 Gal. Gas Tank from Avanti Restorations + Parts $700 . . . Replaced all Fuel hoses + Filters. . Front Disk Brakes were given the Jim Turner update …. the Rear brakes have new drums and brake shoes. . . the car stops on a dime. .…. . [4] New Gabriel Shocks. . .[4] New Power Steering hoses installed. . . . .Stewart Warner Factory installed gauges. . . .[ a new SW Tach is included with sale. . needs to be installed by the buyer .]. .Nice vinyl-cloth interior, Dana 44 posi traction rear end 345 gears. . . . .Hogs Trough and frame are in excellent condition* * like new* * no rust . . .the two previous owners meticulously maintained this Avanti for 35 yrs ……. the car has spent most of its life in Washington State and the last 10 yrs in Arizona . .it has always been garaged . . . . . .…The Avanti could use a new paint job. . the original lacquer Dark Blue has spider cracks and several scratch"s…………. .the car is sold with a Clean Florida Title. . Recent Services that were performed on the Avanti with the intention of making it a reliable and dependable driver* * this Saves You Time. . Money and Headaches * * * Please Read all the necessary maintenance that was performed on this Avanti. . . ! 1. Engine rebuilt less than 5K miles. . 2. Tune up. . .Autolite AP26 Platinum sparks plugs. . AC Delco wires. .cap + rotor. . 3. HP4 Oil Filter and 10-40 Oil change. . .grease job 17 fittings 4. Turbo 400 Filter and Fluid changed 5. Dana 44 Posi Rearend Gear oil changed + Mopar Posi Additive 6. Replaced Power Steering Hoses [4] Hoses Replaced. . 7. Replaced all Belts. .Alternator ….Water Pump. .A/C Belts . . . 8. Upper Lower Radiator Hoses replaced [ Radiator Flushed* Prestone 50-50 Anti-Freeze ] 9. Front Brakes. .Updated with Jim Turner Disk Brake Package. . …. 1969 Ford Mustang Rotors + 1989 Blazer S10 Calipers. . 10. Replaced Rear Brakes Shoes + Drums [ same as 1979 Ford Thunderbird ] 11. New Power Brake Booster and Master Cylinder. . . 12. NEW Gabriel Shocks Front + Rear 13. New Fram Air Filter. .…. 14. New Optima 700 CA Battery. . 15. New Avanti Custom built Aluminum 19 Gal. Gas Tank from Avanti Restorations + Parts. . . 16. Replaced Fuel hoses + filter. . . 17. Aluminized Exhaust System. . Dynomax Mufflers. . . .…. 18. [4] New Coker Magnum 500 Chrome 15" X 7" Wheels with Chrome Lugs. 19. New Heavy Duty Starter. . 20. Rebuilt Studebaker Center Bellcrank Assembly* * 21. SW Ammeter Replaced 22. New SW 8000 RPM Tach in box …. Needs to be installed by the buyer* * 23. Power Antenna Repaired
…. .Included with the sale is a copy of the original build sheet in 1974 * * This Avanti II sold for close to $12,000 back then. . ……. all the chrome and stainless steel are in Excellent Condition [ no pitting what"s so ever ] . . …. the fiberglass body is in excellent condition. . .the Avanti handles the road with ease. . . . .no stress cracks or defects in fiberglass body. . . .…original dark blue lacquer [ Possible color 1974 Cadillac Commodore Blue Poly ] . . . . Drive it in it"s original condition [Patina ] ……. .or have it painted for car show quality* * All repairs and upgrades were made with intentions of keeping this super clean Avanti II for car cruises and attending the Avanti Club events. . . . . I"m only selling the Avanti to purchase a 1967 XKE Jaguar convertible that recently appeared on the market. . . . . . the Avanti is * * Sold As Is* * without a Warranty. . . …" inspections are welcomed " . . this car is 45 years old. . .there are a few minor issues that can use some attention [ clock does not work ] The Tach works. . but it has been inaccurate on a few occasions * * * *I purchased a new replacement SW 8000 rpm tach in the box. . it is included with the sale. . .along with extra radiator hoses and fan belts that I purchased for spares. . . . the new owner will have the option of installing the new SW tach or just live with intermittent one. . . . . there are two switches that were replaced with aftermarket switches …. .……. nothing that will take away the driving experience of the Avanti …….call for appointment. . inspections welcomed* * * If you think this rust free. . unmolested. . original condition Avanti II is overpriced. . . good luck with your search. ! History: Western Avanti Sales Rep car, current local Avanti Club member. . Rare Opportunity to own a futuristic car designed by Raymond Loewy for Studebaker in 1962. . Asking $ 17,500 . . . .a $500 non refundable deposit by PayPal within 24hrs is required at the time the listing ends " Buy Now ". . Buyer is responsible for all shipping charges and must make his own arrangements with a shipping carrier. . . Inpections are welcomed. . and highly recommended for a 45 year old vehicle. . . .Vehicle is located in Inverness,FL 34452,. . . This vehicle is listed locally. . I reserve the right to end the listing at anytime* * YouTube walkaround video . ! Thanks for Looking. . Joe Mazza
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