
For consignment, 1964 Studebaker Lark Commander four door sedan with a title verified 102,687 actual miles. Studebaker touted its "full size convenience and beauty, with features not found even on many expensive cars".
Exterior
The unique shape combines boxy proportions with body lines that are both subtle as in the front fender, and quite pronounced like the rear fender's bump that continues to encircle the rear fascia over a central fuel cap. There's also a trim piece that rides the shoulder line of the car then swings around back where it bisects the tail lights and continues between them, becoming
Vehicle Description
For consignment, 1964 Studebaker Lark Commander four door sedan with a title verified 102,687 actual miles. Studebaker touted its "full size convenience and beauty, with features not found even on many expensive cars".
Exterior
The unique shape combines boxy proportions with body lines that are both subtle as in the front fender, and quite pronounced like the rear fender's bump that continues to encircle the rear fascia over a central fuel cap. There's also a trim piece that rides the shoulder line of the car then swings around back where it bisects the tail lights and continues between them, becoming part of that trim. On the face, it's all trapezoids, from the bezels around the dual headlights to the grille itself and robust chrome bumpers occupy the front and rear. 15-inch Vision wheels spice things up a bit and carry 205/65R15 tires with a mid 2023 date code. Overall, the panels are straight; however, the paint, lenses, and some metal show its age and include some bubbling, cracking paint, surface rust, and chipped paint.
Interior
The Studebaker S is stamped into the tan vinyl door panels, some of which show some looseness and a tear or two, but mostly intact. Brown vinyl surrounds cloth inserts on the bench seat up front and rear seat, and presents well with a stain on the passenger's vinyl upper and some looseness in the back seat noted. The two tone steering wheel and its horn ring show their age but hint at a unique style, fronting an intact dashboard with circular gauges in square sections, all subject to some patina and including the dash pad which has some damage. An AM radio sits front and center with white plastic push buttons and the adjacent glove box looks slightly askew. Tan loop carpet covers the floor, the white perforated headliner up top is nice, and the trunk is barren and shows use, carrying a spare tire.
Drivetrain
Under the hood, a driver quality 169.6 OHV inline six cylinder, rated at 112 horsepower and fueled via 1-barrel carburetor. A 2-speed automatic sends power to the rear axle with 3.07 gears.
Undercarriage
Surprisingly clean and simple underneath with some typical surface rust and some residual oil on the pan. Drum brakes are supplied to all four wheels and a single exhaust flows through a stock style muffler on its way to the back. Suspension is also basic with coil springs up front and leaf springs in the back.
Drive-Ability
We roll this former economy car out on to the test loop where it provides decent power and decent visibility via its open and tall greenhouse. We note it pulls to the left but turn ins are just fine and braking is responsive as can be. The clock and radio are not working, but all other functions operate as they should and we fly this Lark back to the mall. 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.
Exact numbers are hard to come by on this one, but there may be as few as 6,000 Commanders produced in 1964 making a four door sedan a rare bird indeed! This one has great bones and could easily be brought into show level condition with some cosmetic work. Drive it in its survivor status however, and you'll still have a cool car that will turn many heads. And not just those of birdwatchers!
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:
- Golden Sand Metallic
- Interior Color:
- Tan
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.
Prices are subject to change without notice. Although every effort is made to present accurate and reliable vehicle information, use of this information is voluntary, and should only be deemed reliable after an independent review of its accuracy, completeness, and timeliness. It is the sole responsibility of the customer to verify the existence of options, accessories and the vehicle condition before time of sale. Any and all differences must be addressed prior to time of sale. No expressed or implied warranties, including the availability or condition of the equipment listed is made. EPA mileage estimates are for comparison purposes only. Actual mileage may vary depending on driving conditions, driving habits, and vehicle maintenance.
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.