Studebaker Car Club Of New South Wales

 

 
Year 1963
Model

Lark Cruiser Sedan.

Body

4 door, 5 Passenger Sedan.

Engine

Studebaker V8 OHV,

259 ci (4.2 L)

180 hp @ 4,500 rpm.

Gearbox 3sp Auto.
Diff. Ratio 3.31:1
Wheelbase 113" (2870 mm)
Brakes

Foot - Front disc, rear drum.

Hand - rear wheels.

Weight 2,650 lb (1,202 kg)
Wheels 5" x 15" Steel. (Ford)
Tyre Size 195/80 x 15"
Origin USA, CKD Australian assembly.
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

History of this Vehicle

 

1963 - 1977

6th May 1963, Final assembly date, South Bend, USA.

Shipped to Melbourne, Australia as CKD, less Paint, Tires & Wheels, Trim (Seats), and Battery.

18th Feb 1964, sold new to F.S. Hopkins & Sons P/L (Melbourne?).

 

1977 - 2005

Unknown, other than located in Victoria.

 

2005 - 2008 (March)

Owner rebuilt the vehicle including, chassis, steering, engine, transmission, fitting disc brakes to the front, repainting the body, air conditioning and installing Mazda 929 interior.

 

2008 - 2022 (September)

Used on 'club' registration for club outings, and for occasional personal use.

 

2022 - Today

Purchased by Newcastle Studebaker Club member.

 

 

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