Went to look at a 39 Commander 2 door sdn. in nice shape.

[Ken Stewart]

I knew about this car and its history for a long time. It has had two owners in its life. It had 48,000 miles and always ben in very good hands. I tried to buy it but so far have not got it as yet. Is there many of these around? I could have brought it home but they have not agreed to sell it as yet. Its a six cylinder. Did Commander have overdrive back then. I have always had Fords and If I get it will be my first Studebaker.

[raprice]

The '39 Commander 2 door is very rare. If you can buy it, considering the condition you describe, by all means, buy it. I have fond memories of my dad's '39 Commander when I was a kid. If you don't buy it, you'll hate yourself later on. Just my opinion.
Rog

[t walgamuth]

pics?????????????

[Roscomacaw]

In '39, all Commaders were using what we commonly call a "Commander Six" or "Big Six" Either way, they're one in the same. There's a real good chance it has overdrive.

BTW - welcome to the SDC forums.

[Studebaker Wheel]

The two door (non coupe) was called a Club Sedan. There were 4218 built in '39 of which 16 were side mounted. As compared to the 4-door cars they were very low production and there are not many survivors (see pic below). The bodies were the same as the '38s. Much more rare is the President Eight in this body. Only 598 of those were built in '39. Yes, the overdrive was available on all models in '39 and a very useful option. I wrote an article on this body style for the July/August 2009 Antique Studebaker Review. Also a major article on all of the 1938-40 Commander and Presidents for the June 2010 Collectible Automobile.

[t walgamuth]

The two door (non coupe) was called a Club Sedan. There were 4218 built in '39 of which 16 were side mounted. As compared to the 4-door cars they were very low production and there are not many survivors (see pic below). The bodies were the same as the '38s. Much more rare is the President Eight in this body. Only 598 of those were built in '39. Yes, the overdrive was available on all models in '39 and a very useful option. I wrote an article on this body style for the July/August 2009 Antique Studebaker Review. Also a major article on all of the 1938-40 Commander and Presidents for the June 2010 Collectible Automobile.

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Is the car in the picture Allegany grey? That's what I want to paint my CE I think.

[Studebaker Wheel]

Looks more like Sun Valley Tan Irid. You might want to contact Ed and ask him. Send pm for email.

[Ken Stewart]

This 39 is black and does not have overdrive. Wish it did. I will know something in a week or two about getting it. It a strong Number 2 car and not a frame off but looks like one. I will get some pictures latter on.

[kurtruk]

Here is one for sale at a local swap meet just two weeks ago. Don't know if Commander or President.



The area code (difficult to read) is 559. That's central California. The "$75.00" price sign you see in first pic is for the FORD tailgate. Although there were parts inside the Stude, the interior was pretty much missing.