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The Studebaker Hawk
The Studebaker company out of South Bend Indiana was known for its sedate but sturdy styling. It's low slung, sleek and eye catching styling caught the eye of many, including the automotive press which loved it. The Hawk name was branded to these coupes by the mid fifties and it continued successfully into production with some changes through the 1964 model year. Today, Studebaker is best known for the Hawk and later, the much applauded Avanti. Supercharged versions of these cars are rising in value as the buying public sees the value and contribution they made to the car industry.
Current Inventory
Here are our vehicles currently up for adoption:
1966 Plymouth Fury VIP Hardtop
$21,900
A LOADED California car with the optional 383 V8! Sold new and resided in the very ultra wealthy neighborhood of Pacific Palisades (We hold the original owner warranty card.), This car spent a very large majority of it's life on the west coast and it shows.
A fully loaded VIP model. Produced to compete with the Caprice and LTD. Options include but are not limited to...
- AIR CONDITIONING
- POWER WINDOWS
- POWER BENCH SEAT
- 383 V8 ENGINE
- AUTOMATIC TRANS
- REMOTE MIRROR
- RALLEY WHEELS
- VIP PACKAGE
We have this car on consignment for a recently retired and well respected mechanic in the area. he loved this car and has owned it about ten years.
A ROCK SOLID body and undercarriage. No signs of previous body work, ever. A beautiful repaint of the original shade of yellow. The original black vinyl roof was replaced professionally under it's current ownership as was the interior headliner. Both matching factory specs. The seating, dash and carpet are all believed to be original to the car.
Although originally equipped with the optional 383 engine, this car has had an engine replacement at some point but with a correct, 1966 dated 383. At that time, a dual carb intake was added with two Edlebrock carburators and a full custom dual exhaust. This car sounds amazing!
A rare Mopar indeed. A gentleman's muscle car. A bankers hot rod. A nice running and driving car that just needs to be driven and enjoyed. It spends far too much time in a garage not being used. Some issues I noted was an inoperable fuel and temp gauge. Also, although the A/C is all hooked up, it blows warm air. Not perfect but perfectly fine.
Check out the link below for the full gallery of pictures and ask for me to send you a running, walk around video I took.
A LOADED California car with the optional 383 V8! Sold new and resided in the very ultra wealthy neighborhood of Pacific Palisades (We hold the original owner warranty card.), This car spent a very large majority of it's life on the west coast and it shows.
A fully loaded VIP model. Produced to compete with the Caprice and LTD. Options include but are not limited to...
- AIR CONDITIONING
- POWER WINDOWS
- POWER BENCH SEAT
- 383 V8 ENGINE
- AUTOMATIC TRANS
- REMOTE MIRROR
- RALLEY WHEELS
- VIP PACKAGE
We have this car on consignment for a recently retired and well respected mechanic in the area. he loved this car and has owned it about ten years.
A ROCK SOLID body and undercarriage. No signs of previous body work, ever. A beautiful repaint of the original shade of yellow. The original black vinyl roof was replaced professionally under it's current ownership as was the interior headliner. Both matching factory specs. The seating, dash and carpet are all believed to be original to the car.
Although originally equipped with the optional 383 engine, this car has had an engine replacement at some point but with a correct, 1966 dated 383. At that time, a dual carb intake was added with two Edlebrock carburators and a full custom dual exhaust. This car sounds amazing!
A rare Mopar indeed. A gentleman's muscle car. A bankers hot rod. A nice running and driving car that just needs to be driven and enjoyed. It spends far too much time in a garage not being used. Some issues I noted was an inoperable fuel and temp gauge. Also, although the A/C is all hooked up, it blows warm air. Not perfect but perfectly fine.
Check out the link below for the full gallery of pictures and ask for me to send you a running, walk around video I took.
1949 Studebaker Champion Regal Starlight Coupe
$14,900
A beautiful example of a rare and sought after Studebaker. The Starlight coupe was designed by the famous Raymond Loewy and includes a very unique wrap around rear window design. Some would say that it's difficult to know if the car was coming or going! One thing for sure is that it provides no blind spots. The passenger compartment is almost completely glass. Such a unique and distinguished automobile. Built from 1947 to 1955, just 9,829 Champion Regal Starlight's for the 1949 model year.
This example was beautifully and correctly restored several years ago and has held up phenomenally well. The rich luster deep blue paint still shines with only very minor blemishes that are hardly noticeable. The chrome trim, including the bumpers and grille are in beautiful condition and presumably restored as well. A pair or period dual spotlights round out the look nicely. A body panels are straight, clean and rust free. A super clean undercarriage too.
The pinstripe cloth interior is exceptional. Hardly a flaw to be found. Nice door panels with correct alligator skin upper panels, carpeting, dash, ect are all excellent also. All the gauges work. The original AM radio does not.
Under the hood is a flatheads six that would have been standard on this car with the upgrade of a classic speed shop aluminum head and dual carburators from Edmonds. That's all mated to a smooth three speed manual transmission with a column mounted shifter. Yes, this car IS EQUIPPED WITH OVERDRIVE too. A huge plus.
Newer Coker Classic wide white wall tires. Fully serviced mechanicals , fluids, ect. This car has been used regularly for shows and Studebaker events in the southern New England area. A very turn key, fun car you can enjoy from the start. If you are looking for an inexpensive entry into the classic car hobby, you can't go wrong here. No projects. Just fun and enjoyment and just in time for the car show season.
Check out the link below for a full gallery of pictures and be sure to check out my YouTube walk around video on my Orphan Car Garage YouTube channel. Need transport? That's easy. Live local and want to check it out? That can be arranged too. The first to lay eyes on this car will buy it.
A beautiful example of a rare and sought after Studebaker. The Starlight coupe was designed by the famous Raymond Loewy and includes a very unique wrap around rear window design. Some would say that it's difficult to know if the car was coming or going! One thing for sure is that it provides no blind spots. The passenger compartment is almost completely glass. Such a unique and distinguished automobile. Built from 1947 to 1955, just 9,829 Champion Regal Starlight's for the 1949 model year.
This example was beautifully and correctly restored several years ago and has held up phenomenally well. The rich luster deep blue paint still shines with only very minor blemishes that are hardly noticeable. The chrome trim, including the bumpers and grille are in beautiful condition and presumably restored as well. A pair or period dual spotlights round out the look nicely. A body panels are straight, clean and rust free. A super clean undercarriage too.
The pinstripe cloth interior is exceptional. Hardly a flaw to be found. Nice door panels with correct alligator skin upper panels, carpeting, dash, ect are all excellent also. All the gauges work. The original AM radio does not.
Under the hood is a flatheads six that would have been standard on this car with the upgrade of a classic speed shop aluminum head and dual carburators from Edmonds. That's all mated to a smooth three speed manual transmission with a column mounted shifter. Yes, this car IS EQUIPPED WITH OVERDRIVE too. A huge plus.
Newer Coker Classic wide white wall tires. Fully serviced mechanicals , fluids, ect. This car has been used regularly for shows and Studebaker events in the southern New England area. A very turn key, fun car you can enjoy from the start. If you are looking for an inexpensive entry into the classic car hobby, you can't go wrong here. No projects. Just fun and enjoyment and just in time for the car show season.
Check out the link below for a full gallery of pictures and be sure to check out my YouTube walk around video on my Orphan Car Garage YouTube channel. Need transport? That's easy. Live local and want to check it out? That can be arranged too. The first to lay eyes on this car will buy it.
1978 Pontiac Trans Am
$43,900
WOW! Here we have on consignment a real show stopper. A BEAUTIFULLY RESTORED Bandit style T/A from the iconic year, 1978.
A 400 4 BBL V8 with a FOUR SPEED manual transmission car! This is THE ONE everyone wants. So rare to find a four speed manual transmission car. They are like hens teeth yet here we have one. Black over black with the golden decal package.
According to the PHS (Pontiac Historical Society), ordered new with the following options...
- Electric Rear Defroster
- Power Steering
- Power Brakes
- Delco AM/FM Stereo
- WS6 Performance Pkg.
- Hood Decal
This car was painstakingly restored by it's previous owner here in Massachusetts. Sadly, that owner passed away before it was fully completed and was unable to enjoy his long life dream. It's most current owner finished the restoration which basically included finishing the install of the non numbers matching 400 V8 (The original engine is present and can be included. It's condition is unknown.). Also, the interior, which was all brand new reproduction parts needed to be installed which has now been professionally done. It's looks absolutely amazing. Better than new.
The exterior of this T/A is superb. A very high quality paint with what appears to be all new, reproduction trim. Wheels and tires are new as well. There was absolutely no expense spared as the owner wanted one of the best.
The car is running, looking and driving like new. Unfortunately we have zero documentation proving money spent on restoration as the family was unable to find any (Probably hidden away on purpose to save the marriage!). All I can say is that just one look at this car will prove the investment and time spent. Known disclosures are that the Fisher Body data plate is not present on the firewall and the factory tachometer and stereo do not operate.
A great car and a true investment as these are continuing and will very likely continue to grow in value as our collectors change generationally.
Just a beautiful car that's extremely hard to find. I highly encourage in person viewing and inspection. You won't believe it.
Check out the gallery of photos in the link below and ask for my walk around video.
WOW! Here we have on consignment a real show stopper. A BEAUTIFULLY RESTORED Bandit style T/A from the iconic year, 1978.
A 400 4 BBL V8 with a FOUR SPEED manual transmission car! This is THE ONE everyone wants. So rare to find a four speed manual transmission car. They are like hens teeth yet here we have one. Black over black with the golden decal package.
According to the PHS (Pontiac Historical Society), ordered new with the following options...
- Electric Rear Defroster
- Power Steering
- Power Brakes
- Delco AM/FM Stereo
- WS6 Performance Pkg.
- Hood Decal
This car was painstakingly restored by it's previous owner here in Massachusetts. Sadly, that owner passed away before it was fully completed and was unable to enjoy his long life dream. It's most current owner finished the restoration which basically included finishing the install of the non numbers matching 400 V8 (The original engine is present and can be included. It's condition is unknown.). Also, the interior, which was all brand new reproduction parts needed to be installed which has now been professionally done. It's looks absolutely amazing. Better than new.
The exterior of this T/A is superb. A very high quality paint with what appears to be all new, reproduction trim. Wheels and tires are new as well. There was absolutely no expense spared as the owner wanted one of the best.
The car is running, looking and driving like new. Unfortunately we have zero documentation proving money spent on restoration as the family was unable to find any (Probably hidden away on purpose to save the marriage!). All I can say is that just one look at this car will prove the investment and time spent. Known disclosures are that the Fisher Body data plate is not present on the firewall and the factory tachometer and stereo do not operate.
A great car and a true investment as these are continuing and will very likely continue to grow in value as our collectors change generationally.
Just a beautiful car that's extremely hard to find. I highly encourage in person viewing and inspection. You won't believe it.
Check out the gallery of photos in the link below and ask for my walk around video.
1995 Ford F-150 SVT Lightning
$22,900
Beautiful, impeccable, fastidiously owned first generation F-150 Lightning. Number 2110 of just 2280 produced by the Ford 'Special Vehicle Team'. The first gen Lightening was just a three year run (93-95) are are quickly becoming quite collectible. Only offered in three colors, Oxford White, Bright Red and what we have here, Ebony Black.
This is just a TWO family owned truck. Both being incredibly fussy with big attention to details. It's been said that this truck has never seen a rain drop and I believe it. It's most recent owner bought it in 2013. During his ownership he's replaced the tires (2016), valve cover gaskets, intake manifold gaskets, a tune-up using Motorcraft parts only and with the exception of the blue Motorsport ignition wires which were kept because they are period correct and not reproduced and they were / are in fine condition. The previous owner added a tasteful and expensive Cervini fiberglass hood. They also added a water temp and oil pressure gauge to the a-pillar. Tasteful and useful. Looks almost factory installed.
The overall condition of this truck is terrific. Super shiny paint with very few flaws. A few small chips on the front bumper and a very small dent on the right bedside that I'm quite sure can be removed by a good PDR guy. All FIVE wheels are are correct and in great condition. Yes, it's recent owner sourced a matching, original spare wheel.
The interior is spotless. Hardly a flaw to point out but will note some wear on the original leather wrapped steering wheel (see pics). The power lumbar switches on both seats are inop but the bolster power operation does work. Yes, the A/C BLOWS ICE COLD. The stereo is aftermarket and operates fine. Power windows, locks and mirrors all work as designed. A clean, unpainted undercarriage and engine bay.
The truck runs and drives great. Just as you'd expect. You'd swear this truck was 3 years old. Most of these got beat up, abused and left outside. Here is a rare opportunity. If you have been looking at these trucks for very long, you know exactly what I mean.
The truck comes with a clean, Rhode Island title. The odometer shows 94,349 miles. You'd think it should be 4,349.
Check out the full gallery of pictures in the link below. Need transport or financing? We can help.
Beautiful, impeccable, fastidiously owned first generation F-150 Lightning. Number 2110 of just 2280 produced by the Ford 'Special Vehicle Team'. The first gen Lightening was just a three year run (93-95) are are quickly becoming quite collectible. Only offered in three colors, Oxford White, Bright Red and what we have here, Ebony Black.
This is just a TWO family owned truck. Both being incredibly fussy with big attention to details. It's been said that this truck has never seen a rain drop and I believe it. It's most recent owner bought it in 2013. During his ownership he's replaced the tires (2016), valve cover gaskets, intake manifold gaskets, a tune-up using Motorcraft parts only and with the exception of the blue Motorsport ignition wires which were kept because they are period correct and not reproduced and they were / are in fine condition. The previous owner added a tasteful and expensive Cervini fiberglass hood. They also added a water temp and oil pressure gauge to the a-pillar. Tasteful and useful. Looks almost factory installed.
The overall condition of this truck is terrific. Super shiny paint with very few flaws. A few small chips on the front bumper and a very small dent on the right bedside that I'm quite sure can be removed by a good PDR guy. All FIVE wheels are are correct and in great condition. Yes, it's recent owner sourced a matching, original spare wheel.
The interior is spotless. Hardly a flaw to point out but will note some wear on the original leather wrapped steering wheel (see pics). The power lumbar switches on both seats are inop but the bolster power operation does work. Yes, the A/C BLOWS ICE COLD. The stereo is aftermarket and operates fine. Power windows, locks and mirrors all work as designed. A clean, unpainted undercarriage and engine bay.
The truck runs and drives great. Just as you'd expect. You'd swear this truck was 3 years old. Most of these got beat up, abused and left outside. Here is a rare opportunity. If you have been looking at these trucks for very long, you know exactly what I mean.
The truck comes with a clean, Rhode Island title. The odometer shows 94,349 miles. You'd think it should be 4,349.
Check out the full gallery of pictures in the link below. Need transport or financing? We can help.
1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Brougham Coupe
SOLD
10,464 ORIGINAL MILES! A REAL SURVIVOR!
Yes, you read that correctly. Originally purchased at Bill McCracken Oldsmobile in PA. The original owner for some unknown reason drove the car sparingly and only in nice weather until storing it away in his suburban two car garage around 1997. There is sat untouched until 2021 when it was resurrected and sold by the original family to a Oldsmobile fan and collector. That gentleman brought the car back to life with actually took very little effort. Needing basically a fuel and cooling system flush and a brake master cylinder. The original brake shoes are still in the car and in terrific condition. The car stops on a dime. Original also are the spark plugs and distributor wires!
Talking about original, we DO HAVE three of the original tires mounted on their original steel wheels and full brushed metal wheel covers (See picture gallery.). There is one replacement tire (obtained an NOS 70's replacement) but these tires are just too unsafe to be driven on, even a short distance. It's recent owner purchased a set of Olds style Super Stock wheels and tires from Year One (225-60-R17). hey look great on the car but it can be up to it's next caretaker weather to love or leave them. You will get BOTH SETS in the purchase of this car.
This is a nicely equipped Brougham model. Optioned from the factory with the following according to the build sheet which we have a copy of....
- Power Windows
- Door Edge Guards
- Four Season A/C
- Rallye Suspension
- Anti-Spin Rear Axle
- Automatic Transmission
- Deluxe Wheel Covers
- Convenience Group
- Soft Ray Tinted Glass
- Vinyl Landau Roof
- Sport Mirrors
- 350 V8 Engine
- Tilt Steering Wheel
- AM/FM Stereo
- Accent Stripe
Finished in Dark Green Metallic from the factory, we had the car professionally detailed and paint corrected. The outcome is simply amazing. Just beautiful. Inside is the Brougham buckskin plush bench seats. The interior is all factory original down to the factory installed front seat clear plastic cover! It reads "Remove at dealer". It's still there!
Overall an incredible survivor class Oldsmobile that deserves to be protected from the general car buying public. We'd like to find a collector that values the originality of a true survivor grade car. Pretty sure you'd be hard pressed to replace this with another like it. These cars were purchased to be driven and then became very inexpensive use used cars throughout the 80's and thus so few survive considering the hundreds of thousands they sold. The Oldsmobile Cutlass was THE NUMBER ONE SELLING CAR IN AMERICA in 1977.
Check out the picture gallery link below and be on the lookout for my YouTube walk around video coming very soon!
10,464 ORIGINAL MILES! A REAL SURVIVOR!
Yes, you read that correctly. Originally purchased at Bill McCracken Oldsmobile in PA. The original owner for some unknown reason drove the car sparingly and only in nice weather until storing it away in his suburban two car garage around 1997. There is sat untouched until 2021 when it was resurrected and sold by the original family to a Oldsmobile fan and collector. That gentleman brought the car back to life with actually took very little effort. Needing basically a fuel and cooling system flush and a brake master cylinder. The original brake shoes are still in the car and in terrific condition. The car stops on a dime. Original also are the spark plugs and distributor wires!
Talking about original, we DO HAVE three of the original tires mounted on their original steel wheels and full brushed metal wheel covers (See picture gallery.). There is one replacement tire (obtained an NOS 70's replacement) but these tires are just too unsafe to be driven on, even a short distance. It's recent owner purchased a set of Olds style Super Stock wheels and tires from Year One (225-60-R17). hey look great on the car but it can be up to it's next caretaker weather to love or leave them. You will get BOTH SETS in the purchase of this car.
This is a nicely equipped Brougham model. Optioned from the factory with the following according to the build sheet which we have a copy of....
- Power Windows
- Door Edge Guards
- Four Season A/C
- Rallye Suspension
- Anti-Spin Rear Axle
- Automatic Transmission
- Deluxe Wheel Covers
- Convenience Group
- Soft Ray Tinted Glass
- Vinyl Landau Roof
- Sport Mirrors
- 350 V8 Engine
- Tilt Steering Wheel
- AM/FM Stereo
- Accent Stripe
Finished in Dark Green Metallic from the factory, we had the car professionally detailed and paint corrected. The outcome is simply amazing. Just beautiful. Inside is the Brougham buckskin plush bench seats. The interior is all factory original down to the factory installed front seat clear plastic cover! It reads "Remove at dealer". It's still there!
Overall an incredible survivor class Oldsmobile that deserves to be protected from the general car buying public. We'd like to find a collector that values the originality of a true survivor grade car. Pretty sure you'd be hard pressed to replace this with another like it. These cars were purchased to be driven and then became very inexpensive use used cars throughout the 80's and thus so few survive considering the hundreds of thousands they sold. The Oldsmobile Cutlass was THE NUMBER ONE SELLING CAR IN AMERICA in 1977.
Check out the picture gallery link below and be on the lookout for my YouTube walk around video coming very soon!
1950 Ford F1 Pickup
$25,900
This is such a COOL truck from the very first generation of F Series Ford trucks! Yes, Ford spent over a million dollars in research and tooling on the production of this truck that started it's life in 1948. Here we have one from 1950. Larger cab, more payload and a new, one piece windshield. Also, new for any truck a standard drivers side sun visor, ash tray and glove box. A big deal for trucks during that time period.
This is a nice, factory stock, high end driver quality truck. One that super nice and makes you proud to own but yet not so nice that your afraid to drive it. It's most recent owner drove this car quite regularly. I love that all it's previous owners resisted the urge to resto-mod this truck which is what happened to so many others. That coupled with the fact that these trucks were built to work and used up and thrown away decades ago, makes this quite a rare sight in this form nowadays.
Recently tuned by a local classic car repair service, the truck is very turn key. A little cantankerous at cold start up (choke) but once warmed up, she'll run all day.
Super straight body with no rust or corrosion to speak of. A VERY CLEAN truck. A scuff or chip or scratch here and there but that's to be expected for a truck being used. Looks like an older repaint in a very period and correct dark blue. A reupholstered seat in correct leather/vinyl. A clean interior overall. Nice original dashboard with all working gauges. Even the gas gauge works. Nice chrome bumpers and trim. Decent tires.
Just a great truck. I get calls all the time for old trucks and I rarely get them in. Here is your chance!
Check out the gallery of pictures in the link below and watch for my YouTube walk around on my YouTube channel. Need transport? I can arrange that too. Financing options too!
This is such a COOL truck from the very first generation of F Series Ford trucks! Yes, Ford spent over a million dollars in research and tooling on the production of this truck that started it's life in 1948. Here we have one from 1950. Larger cab, more payload and a new, one piece windshield. Also, new for any truck a standard drivers side sun visor, ash tray and glove box. A big deal for trucks during that time period.
This is a nice, factory stock, high end driver quality truck. One that super nice and makes you proud to own but yet not so nice that your afraid to drive it. It's most recent owner drove this car quite regularly. I love that all it's previous owners resisted the urge to resto-mod this truck which is what happened to so many others. That coupled with the fact that these trucks were built to work and used up and thrown away decades ago, makes this quite a rare sight in this form nowadays.
Recently tuned by a local classic car repair service, the truck is very turn key. A little cantankerous at cold start up (choke) but once warmed up, she'll run all day.
Super straight body with no rust or corrosion to speak of. A VERY CLEAN truck. A scuff or chip or scratch here and there but that's to be expected for a truck being used. Looks like an older repaint in a very period and correct dark blue. A reupholstered seat in correct leather/vinyl. A clean interior overall. Nice original dashboard with all working gauges. Even the gas gauge works. Nice chrome bumpers and trim. Decent tires.
Just a great truck. I get calls all the time for old trucks and I rarely get them in. Here is your chance!
Check out the gallery of pictures in the link below and watch for my YouTube walk around on my YouTube channel. Need transport? I can arrange that too. Financing options too!
1964 1/2 Ford Mustang Convertible
$25,900
Details soon. Picture gallery in link below....
Details soon. Picture gallery in link below....
1960 Studebaker Lark VIII Regal Sedan
SOLD
Here's a real sweetheart. A survivor of a true orphan. An extremely original example of a rarely seen early Lark. This is from the second model year of production starting in 1959, beating GM, Ford and Chrysler to the economy car race.
This is a Lark VIII which means this one is hiding a 259 V8 under the hood. Also, this is the higher end Regal trim with all the original gingerbread, chrome trimmings, ect.
I'll say mostly original Raven Black paint as I believe there has been some very professional touch up work done to the lower panels. No signs of any obvious body work anywhere. Overall a SUPER CLEAN car all around. Be sure to check out the undercarriage pictures in the picture gallery. The factory applied undercoating as noted on the original window sticker is still all present and accounted for. Trunk and engine compartment just as clean, corrosion free and original. Again, outlined in my picture gallery.
The bright red vinyl interior compliments the Raven black perfectly and is an outstanding combination on any vintage car. One of my absolute favorites, actually. Just a couple of seem separations on the drivers seat bottom but hardly noticeable. Original black carpeting throughout with normal wear. I added a NOS vintage 1960's front floor mat to round out the almost perfect interior. I love finding those old mats as they are almost extinct nowadays. Working gauges and a custom Auto Sound radio. A three speed manual transmission with the column shifter. YES, it's got factory overdrive as well. This car still has it's selling dealer 'brag tag' on the rear panel as well as two vintage oil change stickers in the door jamb. One dated 1965 and the other 1967 from the same station in OH. They look like they were installed last year!
Newer Coker Classic wide white wall tires. Front and rear bumpers were professionally rechromed by the previous owner. This car has had just THREE registered owners. The originals from Ohio then after many years it was sold by the original family to a Studebaker collector in Indiana then to it's third owner in New Jersey before landing at OCG.
I hold a clean, Massachusetts title, a reproduction of the original window sticker and dealer order card. The Studebaker Museum in South Bend holds all the original build sheets for most of these cars which is terrific.
The car runs and drives fantastic. A VERY turn key survivor. When was the last time you saw one? Check out the full gallery of photos in the link below and be sure to find my full YouTube walk around video on my YouTube channel (Orphan Car Garage). Subscribe while you're there!
Here's a real sweetheart. A survivor of a true orphan. An extremely original example of a rarely seen early Lark. This is from the second model year of production starting in 1959, beating GM, Ford and Chrysler to the economy car race.
This is a Lark VIII which means this one is hiding a 259 V8 under the hood. Also, this is the higher end Regal trim with all the original gingerbread, chrome trimmings, ect.
I'll say mostly original Raven Black paint as I believe there has been some very professional touch up work done to the lower panels. No signs of any obvious body work anywhere. Overall a SUPER CLEAN car all around. Be sure to check out the undercarriage pictures in the picture gallery. The factory applied undercoating as noted on the original window sticker is still all present and accounted for. Trunk and engine compartment just as clean, corrosion free and original. Again, outlined in my picture gallery.
The bright red vinyl interior compliments the Raven black perfectly and is an outstanding combination on any vintage car. One of my absolute favorites, actually. Just a couple of seem separations on the drivers seat bottom but hardly noticeable. Original black carpeting throughout with normal wear. I added a NOS vintage 1960's front floor mat to round out the almost perfect interior. I love finding those old mats as they are almost extinct nowadays. Working gauges and a custom Auto Sound radio. A three speed manual transmission with the column shifter. YES, it's got factory overdrive as well. This car still has it's selling dealer 'brag tag' on the rear panel as well as two vintage oil change stickers in the door jamb. One dated 1965 and the other 1967 from the same station in OH. They look like they were installed last year!
Newer Coker Classic wide white wall tires. Front and rear bumpers were professionally rechromed by the previous owner. This car has had just THREE registered owners. The originals from Ohio then after many years it was sold by the original family to a Studebaker collector in Indiana then to it's third owner in New Jersey before landing at OCG.
I hold a clean, Massachusetts title, a reproduction of the original window sticker and dealer order card. The Studebaker Museum in South Bend holds all the original build sheets for most of these cars which is terrific.
The car runs and drives fantastic. A VERY turn key survivor. When was the last time you saw one? Check out the full gallery of photos in the link below and be sure to find my full YouTube walk around video on my YouTube channel (Orphan Car Garage). Subscribe while you're there!
1953 Buick Special Riviera Hardtop Coupe
$16,900
ORIGINAL PAINT! We did it again. We dug up another very original, two family owned preservation cars.
Sold new at Bergen Auto Company in Rutherford NJ on September 19th, 1953 for a whopping $2,758. The original owner, Frederick Jordon passed away early in his ownership so his widow took over the family driving. She drove the car somewhat sparingly and kept it garaged until her passing in 1976. It was then taken over by another family member who let the car sit in a dry garage for many many years. Fast forward to 2011 when that family member passed and once again, ANOTHER family member took possession of the car. They then spent a lot of money bringing the car back to turn key, drivable condition (brakes, cooling and fuel systems as well as a transmission clutch and re-seal). Also then having the interior redone with period and very correct fabrics. It looks amazing still! Like new actually. It was brought to many local car shows then and rarely came away without a trophy.
More recently all four tires have been replaced with reproduction, correct and expensive Coker Classics. The car is very turn key and a very nice driver.
This is an extremely cool looking car with that Riviera hardtop styling. It's a Special so it's actually smaller than it's bigger brothers, the Super and the Roadmaster so a little easier to handle.
Under the hood is the overhead valve straight eight motor Buick had been using for a very long time. This would be the last model that engine would be placed in before being completely replaced with the V8 in 1954. As mentioned, you get a super easy to shift (replacement clutch) three speed manual, column shifted transmission.
Such a great car. It brings a smile to my face every day. This one has a note on it with JJ Best so there will be a 10-15 day wait for the clean Massachusetts title to be released upon payment.
Check out the full gallery of pictures in the link below and ask for my full YouTube walk around video link.
ORIGINAL PAINT! We did it again. We dug up another very original, two family owned preservation cars.
Sold new at Bergen Auto Company in Rutherford NJ on September 19th, 1953 for a whopping $2,758. The original owner, Frederick Jordon passed away early in his ownership so his widow took over the family driving. She drove the car somewhat sparingly and kept it garaged until her passing in 1976. It was then taken over by another family member who let the car sit in a dry garage for many many years. Fast forward to 2011 when that family member passed and once again, ANOTHER family member took possession of the car. They then spent a lot of money bringing the car back to turn key, drivable condition (brakes, cooling and fuel systems as well as a transmission clutch and re-seal). Also then having the interior redone with period and very correct fabrics. It looks amazing still! Like new actually. It was brought to many local car shows then and rarely came away without a trophy.
More recently all four tires have been replaced with reproduction, correct and expensive Coker Classics. The car is very turn key and a very nice driver.
This is an extremely cool looking car with that Riviera hardtop styling. It's a Special so it's actually smaller than it's bigger brothers, the Super and the Roadmaster so a little easier to handle.
Under the hood is the overhead valve straight eight motor Buick had been using for a very long time. This would be the last model that engine would be placed in before being completely replaced with the V8 in 1954. As mentioned, you get a super easy to shift (replacement clutch) three speed manual, column shifted transmission.
Such a great car. It brings a smile to my face every day. This one has a note on it with JJ Best so there will be a 10-15 day wait for the clean Massachusetts title to be released upon payment.
Check out the full gallery of pictures in the link below and ask for my full YouTube walk around video link.
2012 Chrysler 200 Limited Hardtop Convertible
$10,900
ONE FLORIDA OWNER! JUST 27,926 MILES!
Barbara Jean was an accomplished woman when she passed away in 2025 at age 94. Receiving a master's degree from Wayne State University, she spent her career in education. She also traveled the world and was an avid volunteer for community organizations. In retirement she rotated her residence from her home state of Michigan and Boca Raton, FL. The car I present to you was Barbara Jean's 'Florida car'. Kept in the garage at her ocean front condo for her use during her snow birding to Florida from Michigan. Sold to her new by Del Ray Motors (Schumacher ChryslerJeep Dodge) in Del Ray Beach on March 9, 2012.
Driven locally and religiously serviced at her selling dealership right up until the fall of 2024. She very obviously loved her Florida car.
What struck me was the color combination. Crystal Blue Pearlcoat over vanilla pearl and black two tone leather. Just beautiful. I've seen a lot of these and I have never seen one with this color combination.
The car is in overall fantastic condition with just 27,926 original miles. On top of her trusted dealership servicing I too had the car checked out and maintenance performed. Anything that needed attention got it. Including a brand new gold DiHard battery and a synthetic oil change.
This is a fully equipped Limited model and everything works. From the COLD AIR CONDITIONING to the original Boston Acoustics sound system. The power retractable hardtop works as it should and you can even lower it from your remote FOB! Yes, it's got factory remote start too and that works flawlessly. This car also has a super rare accessory passenger compartment wind deflector. I worked at the dealerships when these were selling new and I've never seen one.
Just a very nice, low mileage car. I've been unable to locate another one for sale with even close to this mileage. It's not 100% perfect as it's still a 14 year old car but darn near as nice as you'll find.
Check out the gallery of photos in the link below and ask any questions you might have. I can arrange transport as well. That's easy.
ONE FLORIDA OWNER! JUST 27,926 MILES!
Barbara Jean was an accomplished woman when she passed away in 2025 at age 94. Receiving a master's degree from Wayne State University, she spent her career in education. She also traveled the world and was an avid volunteer for community organizations. In retirement she rotated her residence from her home state of Michigan and Boca Raton, FL. The car I present to you was Barbara Jean's 'Florida car'. Kept in the garage at her ocean front condo for her use during her snow birding to Florida from Michigan. Sold to her new by Del Ray Motors (Schumacher ChryslerJeep Dodge) in Del Ray Beach on March 9, 2012.
Driven locally and religiously serviced at her selling dealership right up until the fall of 2024. She very obviously loved her Florida car.
What struck me was the color combination. Crystal Blue Pearlcoat over vanilla pearl and black two tone leather. Just beautiful. I've seen a lot of these and I have never seen one with this color combination.
The car is in overall fantastic condition with just 27,926 original miles. On top of her trusted dealership servicing I too had the car checked out and maintenance performed. Anything that needed attention got it. Including a brand new gold DiHard battery and a synthetic oil change.
This is a fully equipped Limited model and everything works. From the COLD AIR CONDITIONING to the original Boston Acoustics sound system. The power retractable hardtop works as it should and you can even lower it from your remote FOB! Yes, it's got factory remote start too and that works flawlessly. This car also has a super rare accessory passenger compartment wind deflector. I worked at the dealerships when these were selling new and I've never seen one.
Just a very nice, low mileage car. I've been unable to locate another one for sale with even close to this mileage. It's not 100% perfect as it's still a 14 year old car but darn near as nice as you'll find.
Check out the gallery of photos in the link below and ask any questions you might have. I can arrange transport as well. That's easy.
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