Vehicle Description
STK 2533 1948 Studebaker Commander
After various unsuccessful partnerships, the first Studebakers
manufactured solely by the Studebaker Automobile Company were
marketed in 1912. Over the next 50+ years, the company established
a reputation for solid quality and reliability. This 1948
Studebaker Commander is basically an all-original sedan. The
exterior was re-sprayed (2000) and the seats were reupholstered,
but other than that, it's original. The current owner believes that
the 33,700 miles showing on the odometer is the actual mileage.
Unique styling, suicide rear doors, a windshield sun-visor,
wide-white tires and a generous allotment of chrome allow this
Studebaker stand out in the crowd. The paint is somewhat weathered,
but the body is very solid. The nicely reupholstered tan cloth
interior is in good condition. A classic '40s dashboard holds a
full compliment of gauges and, along with the original radio (not
working), looks just like it did in 1948. The Commander is powered
by Studebaker's 245ci flathead six-cylinder rated at 102bhp. These
long-stroke engines were well known for their durability and
low-end torque. It is believed that this motor has never required a
rebuild and runs nicely. Everything under the hood looks original
and the factory 6-volt electrical system works fine. The Commander
Six is backed by a 3-speed manual transmission with overdrive and
four-wheel hydraulic drum brakes provide stopping power. This
low-mileage Commander sedan is a solid example of the Studebaker
breed. ALL VEHICLES SOLD "AS IS".
