1965 Studebaker Daytona
Classic Auto Mall
6180 Morgantown Road
Morgantown, PA
610|901|3804
MILEAGE
31696
YEAR
1965
ENGINE
8
LOCATION
Morgantown, PA
STOCK
6867
FULL SPECS
DESCRIPTION
1965 Studebaker Daytona Hardtop
For consignment, a 1965 Studebaker Daytona hardtop with a title verified 31,696 actual miles and wearing the exact exterior spec of the photo used in the brochure. Here\'s an American car you don\'t see every day or at every car show so if you\'re looking for something original and unique, read on!
Exterior
The somewhat boxy body wears Sienna Red on its base which is adorned with a black vinyl top that extends over the C-pillar and has a base of grooved trim and a V8 emblem complete with checkered flags. Studebaker was proud of the Thunderbolt V8 under the hood and wanted to show it. Inset headlight bezels have angular sides that dictate the unusual shape of the grille and will likely not be mistaken for another brand due to the V-shaped edges. In back, tail lights cap the protruding decklid while the latch panel is tucked under it and retains a prominent metal trim piece. And speaking of trim, the side wears a black spear, pointed at both ends and bordered by metal trim. More black is brought in with the 15-inch Jegs Sport Thrust wheels wearing beefier tires than would have come originally on the car. The vinyl top is in great shape and all metal work is in place and could use polishing or recoating. Paint is missing under the gas cap and that\'s really the only glaring flaw in the paintwork.
Interior
Up until the mid-80\'s, it was common for interiors to be optioned in the color of the exterior and as we swing open the doors, we\'re greeted with red vinyl door cards with simple embossed designs and the Studebaker logo. Two shades of red vinyl cover the bucket seats and center console, showing a touch of patina but not overly worn or ripped. Same with the back bench that has a hideaway arm rest and button backed vinyl upholstery in good condition. The red plastic steering wheel has ridged hand grips built in and at least one crack that splits the rim at the top while a robust, stirrup shaped horn ring rides the wheel. Beyond the slim shifter on the column is an instrument panel that puts round gauges in square boxes of trim with white plastic toggle switches below. Quite a bit of patina here but we love the original presentation while an AM/FM/8-track radio is in the center. Plush red carpet is newer, per our consignor, and extends to the backseat where it looks nearly pristine. The perforated headliner is presentable but not award winning and the windlace could use a refresh. Meanwhile, the truck is barren and red and contains a spare. Weatherstripping has been replaced per our consignor.
Drivetrain
A driver quality engine reveals itself when we open the hood, where the 283ci V8 is topped with a 2-barrel carburetor and is rated at 195 horsepower. A Borg Warner Flight-O-Matic 3-speed automatic transmission is in place and sends power to the Dana 44 in back with 3.07 gears and Twin Grip. Front power disc brakes have been converted to GM style, says our consignor, and power drums are in the back. There\'s a new aluminum radiator ahead of the engine.
Undercarriage
Driver quality underneath as well with plenty of well established surface rust throughout. We\'ve got some transmission fluid present on the pan but the rest looks dry. A single exhaust pipe encounters a stock style muffler before exiting out the back. For suspension, we have coil springs in the front and leaf springs in the rear.
Drive-Ability
Tall windows afford great visibility, and the bucket seats are soft and comfortable as we crank the 283 to life and set this Daytona out on the test loop. The fat tires provide surefootedness with good tracking and decent turn-ins. The brochure states the engine is \"alive with power, alert to your slightest whim.\", and it does have adequate power as this is a relatively small car with a V8. All functions including lights, turn signals, and gauges work as they should. We did not have an 8-track to test the unit. 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.
We couldn\'t find exact production numbers for the Daytona, but here\'s the firing order of the cylinders in the \'65 283: 18436572. According toautoevolution.com, \"the Daytona was based on the Lark, a compact that Studebaker debuted in 1959, when the segment was still in its infancy. Needing a more diverse lineup to compete with Ford, Chevrolet, and Pontiac, Studebaker launched the Daytona as a range topping version of the Lark in 1962\". It\'s clear that these are uncommon, and this is a solid, mostly original car that\'s somewhat unique in the world of classic cars from the 60\'s.
C520060
C-Canadian Built Car
5-1965
20060-Sequential Unit Number
Classic Aut
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