The M-series Studebaker trucks came in several versions both pre
and post WW II. The M-5 was a 1/2 ton PU. The M15 was the 3/4 ton
version. The M15A was the one & 1-1/2 ton version. The M5, M15, and
M15A all came with the Champion 169 ci. engine.
The Studebaker US6 version was produced during the war to
government specifications; using a different nose and engine
configuration. In early 1945, Studebaker was given permission to
produce some M Series trucks for civilian use. These early post war
civilian trucks used the Studebaker US6 cab with the government
style swing out windshield.
The Studebaker M Series trucks could be had in any number of body
styles. Only pickup beds were offered on the M5, M15, & M15A
versions from the factory; however, through several custom body
manufacturers, any number of configurations could be had on all
versions.
This example is an extremely rare 1948 STUDEBAKER M15A pickup. It
is an all matching-numbered example and received a nut and bolt,
off-frame, professional, concourse restoration in accordance with
the included factory build sheet. Finished in its correct factory
exterior and interior colors, the restoration also included a
complete engine rebuild. It is simply the finest and most
documented example existing.
The M15A pickup has the same body (cab, fenders, hood etc.) as the
M5, but has a longer bed, much stouter suspension and brakes, and
the desirable hefty BUDD wheels.
This M15A was a one family-owned pickup for 65 years and started
its life on a farm in Minnesota. Vintage photos of the original
farmer/owner are included in the sale. Also included are
restoration photos, the factory build sheet, factory tool kit and
jack, factory service apron, factory parts and service manuals,
factory brochures, factory data documents and a 1948 Minnesota road
map.
Only a few hundred break-in miles on the restoration. Mint,
concourse condition. Accepted and shown at the Carmel Concourse on
the Avenue during the big historic car week. A photo of this pickup
at this event with one of the Studebaker grandsons is included in
the sale. This M15A could not possibly be duplicated at the asking
price.
Great lease rates and Financing also available on any of our
inventory!
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