Vehicle Description
Very rare 1963 Studebaker Gran Turismo Hawk GT Supercharged with
factory four-speed manual transmission. Built in December of 1962
and delivered to Memphis, Tennessee. It appears to have always been
a Southern car.
One of the very few supercharged Gran Turismos from 1963 made even
more rare by the four speed manual transmission. Overall the body
is in very good condition. At some point the front floorboards were
replaced, but the rest of the body is very good. This car was in
dry storage for many years. Recent brake booster rebuild and tune
up. It can be driven short distances but truly needs a new set of
tires.
Unfortunately the original supercharger and bracketry is no longer
with the car. The supercharger drive pulley is still on the engine
and the Studebaker experts we consulted confirmed it is the correct
engine for the car. Factory carburetor for supercharger is
included, but the engine currently runs a standard four barrel. The
engine runs well, stays cool and has good oil pressure, but it does
smoke intermittently.
A copy of the factory build sheet is included showing the
supercharger, 4 speed, heavy duty rear shocks, twin traction rear
end and a few other desirable options.
The interior is complete and correct. The headliner is in good
condition, but the driver's seat is worn out. The other seats look
better but they are 60 years old.
This would be an excellent car to restore since it is rare, nicely
optioned and has a good body. A set of tires could turn it into a
driver in the meantime.
Driven Man Motors LLC is an enthusiast owned business just off
Interstate 40 exit 290 in Cookeville Tennessee. Give us a call, and
you will be glad you did!
