Vehicle Description
STK 3442 1939 Studebaker Commander
When this Studebaker Commander rolled off the assembly line in
1939, it had a function and it fulfilled that function very well.
However, this is not '39 and this Studebaker has received a
complete street rod restoration with a broad range of mechanical
and cosmetic enhancements, a meticulous effort. According to the
owner, the 2-owner Studebaker was rescued from its West Virginia
barn in 2006 after over half a century of rest. The full
restoration took three years (and no bondo). The car has won
countless First Place trophies nationwide at Studebaker
International meets. All trophies and awards are included along
with the original 1939 license plate.
The flawless all-steel body has been carefully resprayed in
original Grape Maroon color. The professional finish included six
coats of base and six coats of clear. All chrome and stainless
pieces were polished or replaced. Buick Roadmaster 15" aluminum
wheels w/Studebaker logos mount Coker wide white radial tires. The
stunning tan/brown cloth interior has been restored with correct
upholstery in the original color and fabric. Upgrades incorporated
into the classic interior include Vintage Air, tilt column w/Grant
mahogany wheel, VDO classic gauges and electric wipers. A complete
Painless wiring package has been installed, an AM/FM/Cassette sound
system is concealed in the glove box and all window glass is
original.
Horsepower is furnished by a '96 Corvette LT-1 small-block with
factory fuel injection, Borsch electric fuel pump, serpentine belt
set-up, HD aluminum radiator and dual electric fans. The Howell
engine management system has been recalibrated to increase output
and exhaust is routed through a custom system with 'glass packs'. A
recent major tune-up included a new gel battery, alternator, water
pump, ignition, belts hoses and a K&N filter. The transmission
is a GM 4L60E 4-speed OD automatic. The chassis has been sub-framed
with a Fatman Mustang II front clip, rack & pinion power steering,
power disc/drum brakes, front sway bar and a '97 Roadmaster
differential w/2.56:1 gears positioned on new HD leaf springs. This
very rare, handsome Studebaker street rod will soon make its new
owner very proud. ALL VEHICLES SOLD "AS IS".
