Vehicle Description
As the name suggests, the President line was Studebaker's top trim.
It elevated cars like this hardtop into a premium price bracket.
You could walk into a Chevy dealer in '55 with the same money, and
drive out a top-of-the-line V8 Bel Air convertible... and still
have change in your pocket. That kind of higher status spent on the
President is instantly seen in the styling. This is one of the most
interesting years for Studebakers with a long front end that looked
like it was reaching out to the road with a chrome hand. And
there's even more terrific brightwork running the full length of
the car as a dividing line for the light green and olive in this
glossy two-tone presentation. And we even love the attention to
detail on the wheels where there's a touch of color-matched steel
peeking out from the classic polished hubcap - and it's all on a
wide whitewall. The interior is arguably even more impressive than
the exterior. A distinctly restored black and gold has a terrific
interwoven style anchored by the checkered cloth seats. And to top
it all off is authentic V8 power that makes for a nice cruiser and
a terrific engine bay to show off. So take some extra time looking
over this full package because they made sure to restore this rare
Studebaker to make sure it gets the attention and respect it
deserves.
HIGHLIGHTS
*One of less than 3500 produced
*Distinct two-tone green exterior
*Receipts for over $17k invested in mostly paint and body
(2016)
*Wide whitewalls
*Bright chrome, complete trim, and good lines make this
award-worthy
*Interior can win awards all on its own
*Upholstery, headliner, door cards, carpet, trim and dash are all
excellent
*Beautiful details from the clean gauges to the working dome
light
*259 cubic-inch V8
*Detailed golden yellow motor with factory-style decals
*Automatic transmission
*Title documentation
*Maintenance records
*Factory buildsheet
When you have a rare stunner you really get to choose your own
adventures. You can take this to car shows where the interior will
have you rolling down all the windows on this hardtop just to make
sure everyone gets a good look inside. But you'll have just as much
fun in your garage admiring the gloss and curves of this coupe with
your morning coffee. This is one of less than 3500 President
standard hardtops made in the distinct 1955 model year. And how
many do you think have been given the kind of investment to look
this good inside and out? And there's even impressive paperwork
like the factory buildsheet. So if you're looking for something
distinctly special, you know this one can't get away. Call
today!!!
