1957 Provincial wagon in MN

[Scott]

Here's a link to a very reasonably priced Provincial ($2900). I saw this car yesterday took a couple photos, but the ones on the site look better. I suppose the car runs, but I did not see it run. There is no headliner in it and soundproofing panels (?) are hanging down some. It looks very original. They call it a Commander wagon, but it is a Provincial. Actually, it's probably a good deal. If I had more room and more money maybe I'd go for it, but you know how it is.

http://www.hookedonclassics.com/cars/preview/all/1714/1957_Studebaker_Commander_Station_Wagon.html

[StudeDave57]

All I can say at this point is:

"Interesting, VERY VERY INTERESTING!!!"

It does indeed look like a nice ride, and I know some folks that'll back me up on that~ here they come now...


StudeDave [8D]

[StudeDave57]

All I can say at this point is:

"Interesting, VERY VERY INTERESTING!!!"

It does indeed look like a nice ride, and I know some folks that'll back me up on that~ here they come now...


StudeDave [8D]

[StudeRich]

WOW! very nice Provintial! And Overdrive to boot!
very nice Blue car, Interior and dash, but what's up with that Turquoise GREEN front seat? [xx(][xx(]

StudeRich
Studebakers Northwest
Ferndale, WA

[StudeRich]

WOW! very nice Provintial! And Overdrive to boot!
very nice Blue car, Interior and dash, but what's up with that Turquoise GREEN front seat? [xx(][xx(]

StudeRich
Studebakers Northwest
Ferndale, WA

[studeclunker]

I wish it gave more information about the car. She sure is a beauty. It's a Commander, because of the motor. The trim and interior package are a Provincial, I think? It's kind of like my Commander/Parkview. Commander motor, Parkview wagon.


Home of the famous Mr. Ed!
Lotsa Larks!
K.I.S.S. Keep It Simple Studebaker!
Ron Smith
Where the heck is Lewiston, CA?

[studeclunker]

I wish it gave more information about the car. She sure is a beauty. It's a Commander, because of the motor. The trim and interior package are a Provincial, I think? It's kind of like my Commander/Parkview. Commander motor, Parkview wagon.


Home of the famous Mr. Ed!
Lotsa Larks!
K.I.S.S. Keep It Simple Studebaker!
Ron Smith
Where the heck is Lewiston, CA?

[Scott]

I imagine it was or is owned now by a member of the club. There are two Studebaker Drivers Club decals on the tailgate window. Probably the original front seat upholstery just got too mangled and that's why it has that off color front seat cover. It has an extra gauge under the dash to left of the steering wheel, but I didn't notice what it was for. I remember the motor has the optional oil filter setup on it.

[Scott]

I imagine it was or is owned now by a member of the club. There are two Studebaker Drivers Club decals on the tailgate window. Probably the original front seat upholstery just got too mangled and that's why it has that off color front seat cover. It has an extra gauge under the dash to left of the steering wheel, but I didn't notice what it was for. I remember the motor has the optional oil filter setup on it.

[arkiejazz]

quote:Originally posted by studeclunker

I wish it gave more information about the car. She sure is a beauty. It's a Commander, because of the motor. The trim and interior package are a Provincial, I think? It's kind of like my Commander/Parkview. Commander motor, Parkview wagon.

[)]Ron, how do you know it's a Commader motor? I didn't see any mention of the motor. And what would the difference in engines be anyway?[)]

steve blake

http://tinyurl.com/kr3gt

http://tinyurl.com/l7oqh

[arkiejazz]

quote:Originally posted by studeclunker

I wish it gave more information about the car. She sure is a beauty. It's a Commander, because of the motor. The trim and interior package are a Provincial, I think? It's kind of like my Commander/Parkview. Commander motor, Parkview wagon.

[)]Ron, how do you know it's a Commader motor? I didn't see any mention of the motor. And what would the difference in engines be anyway?[)]

steve blake

http://tinyurl.com/kr3gt

http://tinyurl.com/l7oqh

[41 Frank]

Steve the commanders had 259 engines not 289 I believe.I looked at a 58 4 door Commander Saturday and it was a 259.Presidents had 289 engines

[41 Frank]

Steve the commanders had 259 engines not 289 I believe.I looked at a 58 4 door Commander Saturday and it was a 259.Presidents had 289 engines

[studeclunker]

I sent an e-mail to them inquiring to the condition of the motor, etc. Here's their response:

quote:> -----
> The pictures look great, though are small. What are the floors like? Is
> there any rust? How does it run, are the brakes, etc.?
>
> -----


Hi Ronald, the car runs out good. I have not seen anyproblem with the
brakes. There are some little bubbling in the paint. Feel free to give me
a call here too at 952 446-1950 ext 3

Thanks Nate

Steve, the originating post here called it a Commander (the engine), which is the script on the right and left front fenders forward of the wheel-well. I'm pretty sure, Commander or President refers to the engine. On my wagon, Parkview is in script on the tailgate, while Commander is on the front fender. This car looks to be the same. The pictures are so small, though, it makes it hard to tell.


Home of the famous Mr. Ed!
Lotsa Larks!
K.I.S.S. Keep It Simple Studebaker!
Ron Smith
Where the heck is Lewiston, CA?

[studeclunker]

I sent an e-mail to them inquiring to the condition of the motor, etc. Here's their response:

quote:> -----
> The pictures look great, though are small. What are the floors like? Is
> there any rust? How does it run, are the brakes, etc.?
>
> -----


Hi Ronald, the car runs out good. I have not seen anyproblem with the
brakes. There are some little bubbling in the paint. Feel free to give me
a call here too at 952 446-1950 ext 3

Thanks Nate

Steve, the originating post here called it a Commander (the engine), which is the script on the right and left front fenders forward of the wheel-well. I'm pretty sure, Commander or President refers to the engine. On my wagon, Parkview is in script on the tailgate, while Commander is on the front fender. This car looks to be the same. The pictures are so small, though, it makes it hard to tell.


Home of the famous Mr. Ed!
Lotsa Larks!
K.I.S.S. Keep It Simple Studebaker!
Ron Smith
Where the heck is Lewiston, CA?