Found two Stude parts

[Mike Van Veghten]

In looking for all my Lark parts to go with the Lark, I found these.

#1338246, NOS, 61 Lark grill. In the factory box, $60.

1954 (and 53 ?) front bumper override bar. It bolts to the top of the standard bumper uprights. Metal is good (no dents, or tears), chrome is good for a driver, needs plating for a show car. Reasonable offer...

Mike

[studegary]

In looking for all my Lark parts to go with the Lark, I found these.

#1338246, NOS, 61 Lark grill. In the factory box, $60.

1954 (and 53 ?) front bumper override bar. It bolts to the top of the standard bumper uprights. Metal is good (no dents, or tears), chrome is good for a driver, needs plating for a show car. Reasonable offer...

Mike

The 1953 and 1954 grille guards/bars are completely different. The 1953 bar is straight. The 1954 bar steps down near the ends.

[Mike Van Veghten]

Thanks Gary.

The bar I have is for the 1954. (One thing the knucklehead that put it on did right!!).

Mike

[creegster]

Wasnt 61 the year they changed the grill mid-year? If you are looking for a used older-style grille (like on a 59), you can have mine. Just pay for shipping from Los Angeles. I can send pics if that is what you are looking for.

[Mike Van Veghten]

creegster -

No, as noted, it's for a 196...1 Lark.
It's slightly larger around the periphery than the 59/60 grill. Will not...fit into a 59 or 60 hole pattern.
I believe 1960 was, early/late grill style. Minor difference. I do like the 59 style better for what it's worth !

Also, as noted, it's for sale.

Thanks for the offer.

Mike

[studegary]

Wasnt 61 the year they changed the grill mid-year? If you are looking for a used older-style grille (like on a 59), you can have mine. Just pay for shipping from Los Angeles. I can send pics if that is what you are looking for.

You may be mixing up the two fronts/grilles on 1961 Lark models. Deluxe models used one and Regal/Cruiser models used another (includes an outer trim ring). Also there is the single vs. dual headlight 1961 Larks (also all year, not a mid-year change).

EDIT: $60 is a fair price for a 1961 mesh (same as SI). I remember paying $20 three decades ago.

[StudeRich]

Mike, PM sent today.

[creegster]

Got it, wasnt clear from your original post that you were selling.

[Mike Van Veghten]

creegster -

The description along with the part number...wasn't clear..!?
What else is required ?

Rich -
Answered.

Mike

[creegster]

"Found two stude parts" does not communicate "Parts for sale".

[Rosstude]

Hello,
That CL listing is mine.
I have the grill, headlight rings, and NOS bumpers on CL and Facebook market.
PM me if you like. Tried to price fairly, but can negotiate a bit.
Ross.

[StudeRich]

'61 Lark Grille Mesh

I see it here Ross, but you have a bit of a mistake there, it is 1961 Lark Deluxe and Regal (with the Moulding) ONLY!

Noted in post #5 & 6.

OPPS!

https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/pts/d/new-1961-studebaker-grill/6637053081.html

I guess we can forgive you, since you don't own a '61 Lark.
It is quite common for people to not notice the MANY Mechanical and Styling changes on Larks from '60 to '61.
All I "used to" remember, is that ungainly body side Moulding above the Body Line.

Hello,
That CL listing is mine.
I have the grill, headlight rings, and NOS bumpers on CL and Facebook market.
PM me if you like. Tried to price fairly, but can negotiate a bit.
Ross.

[Studebakercenteroforegon]

I see it here Ross, but you have a bit of a mistake there, it is 1961 Lark Deluxe and Regal (with the Moulding) ONLY!

Noted in post #5 & 6.

OPPS!

https://inlandempire.craigslist.org/pts/d/new-1961-studebaker-grill/6637053081.html

I guess we can forgive you, since you don't own a '61 Lark.
It is quite common for people to not notice the MANY Mechanical and Styling changes on Larks from '60 to '61.
All I "used to" remember, is that ungainly body side Moulding above the Body Line.

For all those that comment on the somewhat raised - to the level of the front door handle - mounding as used on the 1961 Lark models....I hope you are equally offended by the ‘64 - ‘65 models, with the side moldings also raised to the front door handle level.

[StudeRich]

I can't agree with that one Jerry, they are Apples to Oranges different!
Totally aesthetically speaking, the '64's and '65's really have one of the most Beautiful side trims of all!

Especially the '64 Daytona's with the Center wide portion painted Satin Black. The Mouldings ARE on the Body Line, unlike the '61's albeit wider, so they do go up above the Body Line but are still On it.

I do own a '61 Lark Cruiser, but I would prefer the '62 Mouldings that do not have that "Kickup" at the Front Fenders.
It just would be a LOT of Holes to fill and re-drill.

[Studebakercenteroforegon]

Remember, I am the lover of 1961 Larks, so I just had to throw that thought out for comparison. Also, the ‘64 - ‘65 Commanders had narrow moldings that were about the same as ‘61, and the height between the body crease and the mounding is more apparent.
If you are in to increadibly minute Studebaker trivia, the small flat stainless steel piece that fits between the door handle and the rear edge of the door, 1338816, is used on ‘61 models AND ‘64 - ‘65 Commander models.