Studebaker Avanti
The Studebaker Avanti was a futuristic fiberglass coupe offering advanced safety and optional supercharged V8 power in a final bid to save the company. Today, original R-series cars are highly collectible, while driver-quality examples remain accessible.
Studebaker Avanti sold for a median of $23,700 over the last 12 months, based on 26 auction sales; the middle 50% sold between $15,231 and $37,750. 35 currently for sale.
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The Avanti was Studebaker's last major new model, a radical fiberglass-bodied coupe designed by Raymond Loewy's team in a record 40 days. Introduced for 1963, it featured advanced safety items like a padded interior, an integrated roll bar, and standard front disc brakes, a first for a mainstream American car. Performance was a key focus, with naturally aspirated (R1) and supercharged (R2) versions of Studebaker's 289 V8 available, with a handful of ultra-high-performance R3 cars built.
Collectors are drawn to the Avanti's unique origin story, dramatic styling, and performance credentials. Studebaker-built 1963-1964 models are the most desirable, particularly the supercharged R2 and the exceptionally rare R3 variants, which command the highest values. After Studebaker's closure, the Avanti design lived on for decades under a series of new owners as the Avanti II, often with Chevrolet V8 power.
Buying Tips
- The fiberglass body won't rust, but the steel ladder frame will. Pay close attention to the 'hog troughs,' which are structural frame members under the rocker panels that are notorious for rot.
- Verify the engine. A car's value is heavily tied to whether it has the base R1, supercharged R2, or a later Chevrolet V8. Original R3 cars are exceedingly rare and require expert verification.
- Inspect the fiberglass body carefully for stress cracks, especially around the wheel arches and front end. Poorly executed past repairs can be difficult and expensive to fix correctly.
- Check for complete and correct interior components and exterior trim. Many small, Avanti-specific parts are very hard to find and can be costly to replace.
361 Studebaker Avanti vehicles have been tracked across auctions and listings on Hypercars, with 35 currently live.
Data sourced from auction results and dealer and private listings, including Bring a Trailer, Cars & Bids, Mecum, RM Sotheby’s and eBay Motors. Updated daily.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Studebaker Avanti cost?
Over the last 12 months, Studebaker Avanti sold for a median of $23,700 across 26 auction sales tracked on Hypercars; the middle 50% sold between $15,231 and $37,750. There are 35 currently for sale.
How many Studebaker Avanti listings are for sale right now?
There are 35 Studebaker Avanti listings currently live across auctions, dealers, and marketplaces tracked by Hypercars.