Vehicle Description
There's nothing subtle about this grocery-getter. In fact, this
1954 Studebaker Wagon Restomod has a mean style, custom A/C
interior, overdrive transmission, and serious LS1 fuel-injected V8
power. And there's even an adjustable air ride suspension so you
can dial-in the exact stance you want to maximize the sleek look of
this custom.
This one brings together some of the best ideas around. 1954 was
the final year for the aggressively sharp nosed Studebaker styling,
but it was also the first year they introduced the two-door wagon
body. Not too many people remember this because wagons are
traditionally some of the most expensive cars in the lineup, and
thus, they remain rare. So you've got a terrific base for a
restomod. They got the body extra smooth and deleted the trim
before the first drop of black went down. So this high-gloss
metallic finish could almost be called Black Ice. It's so
attractive that they gave this one a full blackout style that
includes the bumpers, grille, upgraded sport mirrors, blacked-out
trim, and more. That aggressive and distinct nose was utilized to
the fullest on this sleek build with ghost flames painted on top so
that you get a hint of metallic intimidation every time the
sunshine finds the pointy front end. Within this darkness, you'll
also find hints of light, including the pinstriping that highlights
some of the classic lines in the sheetmetal. And with this midnight
machine, you can't help but take notice of those bright Foose
polished alloys. They have a 18/20 inch front/rear stagger to give
this a terrific stance no matter how you have the air ride
suspension dialed-in.
Pop the remote door openers to reveal the dark and premium attitude
that continues inside. The days of the family-style bench seat up
front are long gone, and now replaced with power adjusting bucket
seats. These have modern bolstering and are finished in supple
leather with artful red stitching. This is set up to be a terrific
driver. That's why you have an armrest center console, a tilt
steering column, and full set of Classic Instruments gauges. And we
bet you just love the way the steering wheel has custom flames and
the Studebaker name etched in the center. This is still a wagon
with a comfy back seat, and so you have a ton of features to keep
family and friends happy. This includes power windows, cup holders,
and cold-blowing air conditioning. And the radio is an upgraded
AM/FM/CD unit with USB input, and it's your gateway to an upgraded
JL Audio speaker system. The tailgate still opens up wide to take
on cargo, but really, we bet the only thing you'll be hauling home
in this restomod are some awards.
You're going to want to lift the distinctive hood wherever you
park, because everyone is going to want to see this modern V8
filling the engine bay. The 5.7-liter LS1 V8 is a terrific
fuel-injected upgrade, and this one is ready to show off with
everything from a polished intake to a mirror-smooth firewall.
While this restomod is a looker, it was also built to be a true
driver. That's why you have pieces like the aluminum radiator
w/dual electric fans to help keep this running cool in all
conditions, and the four-speed automatic transmission with
highway-friendly overdrive. There's even cruise control! The
undercarriage photos show an upgraded suspension with tubular
A-arms up front and a four-link rear. Add in the power rack &
pinion steering, four-wheel power disc brakes, and modern sport
tires with deep treads, and you can see how this sleek Studebaker
is ready to take you near or far.
Complete with restoration photos, this is an awesome build of a
rare classic. And even if you could find another '54 wagon, you
know the time and money invested to get this level of quality would
never beat this deal. So don't miss your chance, call today!
