
For consignment, a 1951 Studebaker Championship Starlite coupe showing 129,293 miles, but the true miles are unknown. This work in progress is sitting on the chassis of an '89 S10 and there's a 4.3 liter behind the bullet nose!
Exterior
We've got a combination of unpainted panels, primer areas, a smoothed filler and if you put on some wipe on a clear coat, you could call it a day as is. But a body like this also deserves some color, fantastic, rearward sweeping lines that start with the front, sharply angling back and of course, capped by the legendary bullet nose detail that along with the side ornamentation,
Vehicle Description
For consignment, a 1951 Studebaker Championship Starlite coupe showing 129,293 miles, but the true miles are unknown. This work in progress is sitting on the chassis of an '89 S10 and there's a 4.3 liter behind the bullet nose!
Exterior
We've got a combination of unpainted panels, primer areas, a smoothed filler and if you put on some wipe on a clear coat, you could call it a day as is. But a body like this also deserves some color, fantastic, rearward sweeping lines that start with the front, sharply angling back and of course, capped by the legendary bullet nose detail that along with the side ornamentation, looks very much like an airplane over the smiling grille below and between teardrop shaped headlights. Cadillac style pointed amber marker lights now adorn the front while double red '59 Caddy units live out back. The wrap-around rear window really could pass for a windshield and creates an open greenhouse with unobtrusive B-pillar. 14-inch red steel wheels wear full covers, wrapped in staggered size tires with a late 2019 date code. There is surface rust, cracking filler, ill fitting add ons, and just general patina on the outside.
Interior
Though the door panels are rough with some patina and peeling panels, the layout is consistent with everything about the Studebaker, slightly different than the other guys, here with vertically stitched glossy red vinyl over a white panel over a plaid multi colored lower. More modern bucket seats are in front in black vinyl, while the rear bench is white cloth and in poor condition with tears and soiling. A three spoke steering fronts the familiar S10 dashboard with arching blue gauges and plastic toggles, all showing some patina. The remaining dash is the Studebaker's with holes and wires and yet the glovebox ornamentation remains. The floor is barren steel with rubber mats and the headliner is what we'd call barn find condition. Yeah, she's a diamond in the rough, but let's get to what's underneath!
Drivetrain
Here we have GM's venerable 4.3 liter V6 and it's a new, remanufactured example with fuel injection. It's backed by a 700R4 4-speed automatic that sends power to the 10 bolt rear axle. We note a newer aluminum radiator, hoses, and belts under the hood in an otherwise driver quality bay. The battery has been relocated to the trunk, and the car runs on a 12 volt system.
Undercarriage
Driver quality here too with plenty of surface rust, and oil presence limited to a cross member. The exhaust looks fresh in comparison, a single system with a stock style muffler that sends the tailpipe sideways to exit in front of a rear wheel. Power disc brakes are up front with power drum in back and suspension is made up of coil springs in front with leaf springs in back.
Drive-Ability
The dash and engine sound are familiar to we S10 owners, and the raw interior gives us a Streets of Fire vibe while the outside is a bit Mad Max. Whatever movie we're in, the car gets around the test loop with typical S10 V6 power, which is decent, and the car tracks straight and stops on demand. We note the wipers and heater blower are not working but all other functions available for the driver operate as intended. While Classic Auto Mall represents that these functions were working at the time of our test drive, we cannot guarantee these functions will be working at the time of your purchase.
Amazingly, this is only the second Starlite we've represented at the mall. Maybe it shouldn't be a surprise as only 14,000 were produced in 1951. We'd love to see more as these are incredibly unique cars, and even in rough, unfinished condition it's a desirable model. Here's one that's ready for your ingenuity and it doesn't take much imagination to see how cool this car could be.
Classic Auto Mall is home to more than 1,000 classic and collectible vehicles for sale via consignment in a climate controlled 336,000-square foot showroom (that's more than 8 acres!). The largest single location consignment dealer of classic and collectible vehicles in the country is located in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visit www.classicautomall.com or call us at (888) 227-0914. Contact us anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person. There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee is not included in the advertised price.
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Vehicle Equipment
- Exterior Color:
- Patina
- Interior Color:
- Black
Vehicle Warranty
Please contact us for the warranty details specific to this vehicle.
About Classic Auto Mall
Classic Auto Mall is a world class consignment house located in southeastern Pennsylvania with indoor showroom space for up to 1,000 collectable and special interest vehicles offered for sale. We are conveniently located just west of Philadelphia. This one of a kind building is climate controlled and security monitored and is the ultimate destination for classic and specialty car lovers. The building is located right on the Pennsylvania Turnpike with terrific frontage and exposure. Additionally, this one of a kind building houses one of the finest barn find collections in the world with over 400 vehicles on display. The facility and grounds have plenty of room for indoor and outdoor automotive related events, car shows, car club meets, ride and drives and more.
Classic Auto Mall by the Numbers:
- 336,000 square foot climate controlled building 8 acres under one roof
- Showroom space for 1,000 vehicles for sale and 400 barn finds on display-Capacity of 1,400 vehicles indoors!
- 40-acre property with 1,500 feet of frontage on the Pennsylvania Turnpike
- 28 acres paved, lined and lighted parking lot with space for 2,500 vehicles Parking for 1,000 additional vehicles on the outside green space
Classic Auto Mall is within easy driving distance of many cities and destinations on the East Coast including:
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 48 miles New York City 132 miles
Lancaster, Pennsylvania 35 miles Washington, DC 123 miles
Carlisle, Pennsylvania 78 miles Maple Grove Raceway 9 miles
Hershey, Pennsylvania 65 miles King of Prussia Mall 30 miles
Manheim, Pennsylvania 39 miles
This wonderful facility started life as a clothing outlet mall in 1985 and then evolved into a furniture outlet mall until it closed its doors in 2011. The building reopened as Classic Auto Mall January 1, 2017. There is a 188 room Holiday Inn with a walk-thru entrance attached to the facility that has a full-service restaurant, lounge, meeting facilities and an indoor swimming pool. The hotel just underwent a $3,000,000 renovation.
With an abundance of car collectors, car clubs and racetracks located within a short distance, this fantastic facility is ideally situated.
Our consignment program has classic car lovers excited to have a facility like this to store and offer their prized possessions for sale. We market vehicles worldwide and get top dollar for your one special car or your entire collection! Please contact us further to discuss your needs.
Terms and Conditions
- Secure Purchase
- Cashier's Check/money order
- Cash (in person)
- Personal check (once cleared)
General Terms
Notice to Bidders: The vehicles we list for sale at eBay are also for sale at our retail location. Please contact us to confirm vehicle availability.
We reserve the right to end an auction early. Deposit: We require a non-refundable $500 deposit within 48 hours of winning the auction. Please call to make arrangements for payment. We accept the following forms of payment: Cash in person, wire transfer, certified funds, institutional financing. All sales transactions must be completed within 7 calendar days of auction close.
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Fees and Taxes
State or local taxes, title, license fee, processing fees, registration fee, dealer documentary fee, finance charges, emission testing fees, and compliance fees are additional to the advertised price.