Not a Studebaker Guy, But....

[RobertsMGB]

Brand new to this forum because I'm basically into British sports cars (1963 MGB). But, what looks to be an early to mid-40's Studebaker pickup is for sale nearby. This thing looks like it just spent the last 40 years in the woods. No interior, cab floor is gone, no idea what the frame is like though it seems to sit straight. I haven't really looked closely at it but since it's a Studebaker I thought it would be more interesting than your typical Ford or Chevy pickup.

I have no idea how readily accessible parts are for this thing so this is a basic inquiry as to value (looks to be like the guy should be happy to have someone take it off his lot) or restorability. I know aftermarket parts for MG's are readily available for just about anthing, including all sheet metal and mechanical parts. But what's the situation with Studebakers?

I'm not really in a position to take this on as a project but I do have this defective gene that always wants to bring an aging vehicle back to life!

Bob Scardamalia
'63 MGB

[Chris Pile]

Plenty of parts are available for most Studebakers (NOS, repopped, or used), but we'd have to lay eyes or see pix before making a final decision with you.
At any rate, we'd love to have you join us and we'd love to help you out with any Studebaker project you chose!

Chris Pile
Midway Chapter SDC
The Studebaker Special

[Chris Pile]

Plenty of parts are available for most Studebakers (NOS, repopped, or used), but we'd have to lay eyes or see pix before making a final decision with you.
At any rate, we'd love to have you join us and we'd love to help you out with any Studebaker project you chose!

Chris Pile
Midway Chapter SDC
The Studebaker Special

[Alan]

Bob, Studebaker vendors are close behind Moss Motors in making parts to keep our cars running. The 40-42 Stude trucks were some of the nicest looking trucks of the period. How about some pics? I have 2 MGC's and an MGB + 5 Studes. They have a way of growing on you.

[Alan]

Bob, Studebaker vendors are close behind Moss Motors in making parts to keep our cars running. The 40-42 Stude trucks were some of the nicest looking trucks of the period. How about some pics? I have 2 MGC's and an MGB + 5 Studes. They have a way of growing on you.

[RobertsMGB]

Hopefully I did this right. Here are some pics of the truck...







Bob Scardamalia
'63 MGB

[RobertsMGB]

Hopefully I did this right. Here are some pics of the truck...







Bob Scardamalia
'63 MGB

[Roscomacaw]

Bob, that's an M5 pickup. There's lots of parts available - some repro'd, some NOS - to redo that thing, should you take a notion to.

For not much money, you could very well likely find a more solid example to start with. That said, this one COULD be brought back with money and effort.[^]

Miscreant Studebaker nut in California's central valley.

1957 Transtar 1/2ton
1960 Larkvertible V8
1958 Provincial wagon
1953 Commander coupe
1957 President two door

[Roscomacaw]

Bob, that's an M5 pickup. There's lots of parts available - some repro'd, some NOS - to redo that thing, should you take a notion to.

For not much money, you could very well likely find a more solid example to start with. That said, this one COULD be brought back with money and effort.[^]

Miscreant Studebaker nut in California's central valley.

1957 Transtar 1/2ton
1960 Larkvertible V8
1958 Provincial wagon
1953 Commander coupe
1957 President two door

[Thomas63R2]

I understand that defective gene, but I think that one should be left right where it is - and finish melting into the ground. Even if it were given to me, I would be reluctant. Your seller likely wants money.

Similar enough http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1947-...QQcmdZViewItem Compare it to the one near you, factor in shipping, and watch to see where the auction ends

Thomas

Long time hot rodder
Packrat junk collector
'63 Avanti R2 4 speed

[BobGlasscock]

That's a great looking truck! Are you sure it needs restoring? I don't know if "defective Studebaker gene" is an oxymoron or not, but it is incurable, so go with it.



'50 Champion, 1 family owner

[RobertsMGB]

I spent a lot of time (10 years), money and effort bringing my MG back from the grave. I'm not sure I'm inclined to jump into another project needing so much time, money, and effort! I think I'll pass. It would probably take twice the "buy it now" price on the ebay example to get it to comparable condition

Thanks for the knowledgable input. This forum seems to be as helpful to Studebaker nuts as the mgexperience.net forums are for MG nuts. This truck is about 25 miles SW of Albany, NY in case anyone is interested. Only about 5 miles from me so I can get more info if necessary.

Bob Scardamalia
'63 MGB

[RobertsMGB]

I spent a lot of time (10 years), money and effort bringing my MG back from the grave. I'm not sure I'm inclined to jump into another project needing so much time, money, and effort! I think I'll pass. It would probably take twice the "buy it now" price on the ebay example to get it to comparable condition

Thanks for the knowledgable input. This forum seems to be as helpful to Studebaker nuts as the mgexperience.net forums are for MG nuts. This truck is about 25 miles SW of Albany, NY in case anyone is interested. Only about 5 miles from me so I can get more info if necessary.

Bob Scardamalia
'63 MGB

[nels]

Bob,
Take another look at that Stude truck and you will notice that the rear fenders interchange with the front. Ie. left front and rt rear etc. Just an interesting thing that Stude did to lower costs.

[nels]

Bob,
Take another look at that Stude truck and you will notice that the rear fenders interchange with the front. Ie. left front and rt rear etc. Just an interesting thing that Stude did to lower costs.