This 1963 Studebaker Avanti is one of 1,833 supercharged R2 examples produced for the 1963 and 1964 model years. Finished in white over red upholstery, the car is powered by a Paxton-supercharged 289ci V8 paired with a three-speed automatic transmission. Additional equipment includes a Carter carburetor, 15″ steel wheels with covers, and an AM radio.
The Paxton-supercharged 289ci Hawk V8 features a Carter carburetor and was rated for 289 horsepower when new.
Power is delivered to the rear wheels through a three-speed automatic transmission.
The mufflers have been replaced, and a pair of unused mufflers will accompany the vehicle.
The Paxton-supercharged 289ci Hawk V8 features a Carter carburetor and was rated for 289 horsepower when new.
The mufflers have been replaced, and a pair of unused mufflers will accompany the vehicle.
The fiberglass exterior is finished in Avanti White (P-6331).
Cream-finished 15″ steel wheels wear spoke-style covers and are mounted with Michelin tires.
Front disc brakes came standard, and the car is equipped with power-assisted brakes and steering.
The cabin features bolstered front bucket seats and a rear bench with matching red upholstery and lap belts.
Peppered red carpeting is protected by lighter Avanti floor mats, the doorsills are trimmed with a rubber covering, and an AM radio is mounted in the center of the dashboard.
A two-spoke steering wheel sits ahead of a cream-colored dashboard.
Factory instrumentation includes a 140-mph speedometer, a 6k-rpm tachometer, and auxiliary gauges. The five-digit odometer shows just under 65k miles.
