Any 59-60 Lark Wagons out there?

[mmagic]

Fellow in Chandler, AZ named Rick has several wagon shells that I'm sure someone wanting a serious project could own. As I recall from when I picked up my Speedster project car they were perhaps '54 to '56 in vintage. I didn't look them over as much as was surprised to see several in the same bone yard.

[Bob Andrews]

Jim, was it this one?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1961-...item519a9762a0

[LarkTruck]

After doing an outstanding prep and paint job on a current Avanti project, and listening to my Studebaker B/S for the last 9 months, the Studebaker bug is flying around the head of a young guy I know. He is looking for a 59-60 Lark Wagon to restore/restomod, rod, or whatever you like to call it. Just putting a call out to see what might be available, would like it to be within a days drive of south central Pa. I can't sell him the wife's 59, unless I want to find myself looking for a new address!
Jim S.

My young friend settled for a 61 Lark Wagon. Just have to get it from Calif. to Pa. Anyone coming to Hershey or Carlisle, or know of someone who is with an open spot on their trailer?
Jim S.

[LarkTruck]

Got it Roy....

Roy, do you have a phone number for Randy? The number in my 06 roster is not working.
Jim

Got it Roy, AREA CODE CHANGED!!!!! Guess it's time to invest in a new roster!
JS

[LarkTruck]

Randy Varozza has both wagons. They need restoration. One is a parts car. He wants $500 He is in the Studebaker Roster. He is located in Ca

Roy, do you have a phone number for Randy? The number in my 06 roster is not working.
Jim

[oldcarfart]

My old '59 2 door wagon was on craigslist in Phonix (sp?) Az, 454, TH400, 9", 4 wheel disc, funcar! Pics on Deepinhock's pics page.

[Bob Andrews]

No worries Bob. I bring it up because it was such a great story. Not everyone has heard/read it. And if that car changes hands yet again- it's story- and the role this Forum played should stay with the car. Think about it- no less then FOUR SDC Fourm members have owned it now!!! Twice that many had a hand in keeping it on the road in some way or another.

That's something special!!!

This Forum has been a lifesaver for many folks over the years, and Molly is one very well documented example. There are no hard feelings at this end- I'm sure that if the same situation came up again- it would happen the same way it did then. We're all in this StudeHobby together.

Well said. I am still amazed at the help and generosity shown to me, mostly a stranger, by honest, quality folks who went WAY out of their way to get the old girl on the road. And, I got to meet the Gahlbecks, Gord, Doc, Tom, Phil, Gary Hearn, and so many others face to face for the first time. All great Stude folks (even ol' Biggsy!) who extended themselves to accept a newbie into the SDC. That, more than anything, cemented my love for Studebakers and the club. I owe you all!

[royvaldez]

Randy Varozza has both wagons. They need restoration. One is a parts car. He wants $500 He is in the Studebaker Roster. He is located in Ca

[StudeDave57]

All true, I cut corners typing on the phone, sorry for the omission; all appreciated. That story's been told here a number of times already.

No worries Bob. I bring it up because it was such a great story. Not everyone has heard/read it. And if that car changes hands yet again- it's story- and the role this Forum played should stay with the car. Think about it- no less then FOUR SDC Fourm members have owned it now!!! Twice that many had a hand in keeping it on the road in some way or another.

That's something special!!!

This Forum has been a lifesaver for many folks over the years, and Molly is one very well documented example. There are no hard feelings at this end- I'm sure that if the same situation came up again- it would happen the same way it did then. We're all in this StudeHobby together.

[Bob Andrews]

According to the nice story you wrote for TW (October 2007, pages 18 and 19) and the old thread around here somewhere~ those 'others' would be none other then my Dad (StudeRich) Gahlbeck, my friend 'Doc' Garbareno, Tom Bredehoft, and Phil Hendrickson.

A good time was had by all because (as I recall) we kept Bob away from the tools...

All true, I cut corners typing on the phone, sorry for the omission; all appreciated. That story's been told here a number of times already.

[StudeDave57]

Has a rebuilt trans. done by Gord Richmond and others at the '07 IM in SB. Drove it all over that week, including the Provng Grounds.

According to the nice story you wrote for TW (October 2007, pages 18 and 19) and the old thread around here somewhere~ those 'others' would be none other then my Dad (StudeRich) Gahlbeck, my friend 'Doc' Garbareno, Tom Bredehoft, and Phil Hendrickson.

A good time was had by all because (as I recall) we kept Bob away from the tools...

[Bob Andrews]

Bob,
Good luck with the new OIC, we are on our 3rd since the PM retired in Feb, and the current one is a former acting POOM, so .......
I'm afraid I'm gonna take another big hit, I've lost a coulpe of businesses, a school, and have over 20 vacant boxes that I don't see gettng filled anytime soon! Not looking foreward to becoming an H route.
I looked up Molly, she looks like a sweetie, almost as cute as Judy's 59.
Jim

I had a lot of fun with that ol' car. Put a fair number of miles on it. Has a rebuilt trans. done by Gord Richmond and others at the '07 IM in SB. Drove it all over that week, including the Provng Grounds. To date it's the only car we named that stuck

I only sold it because things went sour. In fact, I sold over 30 cars I had, but that silly thing is one that I miss the most. JWW stepped in when it was really needed. I don't foresee ever being able to own it again, but it would be fun to see someone get it back on the road.

Side postal talk: I know I'm going to take a hit, but the key will be if they tweak the Box Factor again. Last time that alone cost me $4K.

[LarkTruck]

Man, am I glad I took the early out two+ years ago! No more mail counts, hassles over 1571s and 3996s! And I can sleep late, too!

You lucky dog!!!!!!!!!
JS

[raoul5788]

Man, am I glad I took the early out two+ years ago! No more mail counts, hassles over 1571s and 3996s! And I can sleep late, too!

[LarkTruck]

Bleah. With all that's happening I'm sure they'll be coming after us even harder than usual. I may lose a bit but my volume's never down as much as they hope, so sometimes it's a war. Also, just got a brand new OIC that's never done a count before... I think I can handle her but I'll probably have to do the paperwork since she's already stressing big time...

Personally I'm glad to hear it's a 2-week. The less the better...

Bob,
Good luck with the new OIC, we are on our 3rd since the PM retired in Feb, and the current one is a former acting POOM, so .......
I'm afraid I'm gonna take another big hit, I've lost a coulpe of businesses, a school, and have over 20 vacant boxes that I don't see gettng filled anytime soon! Not looking foreward to becoming an H route.
I looked up Molly, she looks like a sweetie, almost as cute as Judy's 59.
Jim