1964 Studebaker Avanti R1 for the Studebaker National Museum

” The Avanti lived up to its billing as a true grand tourer, with a specially prepared, supercharged R3 V8 example achieving a remarkable two-way top speed of 170. 5 mph. That run was part of an impressive series of 29 records set at the Bonneville Salt Flats, cementing the car’s high-performance legacy.

Despite its innovation and acclaim, Studebaker’s declining finances limited production to just 4,647 examples before the South Bend, Indiana, plant closed on 20 December 1963. This particular Avanti was built on June 6, 1963, and like many late-production 1963 cars, it was retailed as a 1964 model. It retains hallmark 1963 features, including the distinctive round headlight bezels, as the squared design was introduced in August that year.

Gifted to the Studebaker National Museum, the Avanti will require mechanical servicing to return it to roadworthy condition. This 1964 Studebaker Avanti R1 is now offered by Studebaker National Museum with a Production Record copy, spare parts, and a clean Indiana title. Highlights Offered from the Studebaker National Museum in South Bend, Indiana Late build 1963 Avanti, sold as a 1964 model Avanti Turquoise (P‑6332) paint over Black (993) vinyl and cloth interior 289ci R1 solid lifter V8 rated at 240 hp Powershift three-speed automatic transmission Body number RQ-3300; Engine number R3051 Factory Equipment Front bucket seats Pull-out vanity mirror Interior access panel to luggage compartment Aircraft-type overhead rocker switches to control lights and ventilator fan Features of Avanti R4567 from the factory build sheet pictured in the gallery include: 6-6-63 – Final assembly date June 6, 1963 Body color 6332 – Avanti Turquoise Interior 923 – Black vinyl 19 – Automatic floor shift 26A – Tinted glass with sun band 34 – Power steering 50 – Twin Traction differential 55 – White sidewall tires 63 – Electric windshield wipers and washers 72A – AM radio and antenna The chassis number (R4567) decodes as: R – Avanti 4567 – Sequential production number starting at 1001 Modifications Aftermarket CD player in the glove box Known Imperfections The Avanti has an older restoration The steering wheel is an aftermarket unit There is evidence of repair to the passenger-side front fender and nose area Brakes will stop the car but feel spongy The glove box key is missing Instrument faces show flaws, and the courtesy light is missing Paint loss is visible on the instrument panel and console in the passenger compartment The exterior shows flaws in both paint and chrome A bolt has been installed on the driver’s-side vent window frame, and the vent window does not open The doors are misaligned The rear portions of the “hog troughs” show evidence of repair Ownership History This 1964 Studebaker Avanti R1 was received as a gift by the Studebaker National Museum.

Included Items Spare parts Production Record copy (see photo gallery) Additional Information The seller states, “This 1964 Studebaker Avanti is actually a late '63 that was not sold until the '64 model year and titled as a 1964. It its equipped with an R1 engine, Powershift automatic transmission and power steering. Has highly desirable Avanti Turquoise paint with black interior.

Frame and chassis is very solid. The car runs, drives, and stops but should not be considered roadworthy. Car is equipped with an aftermarket CD player in the glove box.

" "We are happy to show the car by appointment. ”