Welcome to the Nostalgic Motor Cars Technical Library. For nearly 50 years, my only full-time job has been the service and preservation of 1963-1985 Avantis. These articles are compiled from my personal experience and original Studebaker factory blueprints to help you maintain the safety, value, and authenticity of your car.
Avanti 63R4302: From the Turin Auto Show to a Bizarre 1973 Purchase
Can a car cause a 25-year grudge? In one of the most unusual tales in the Avanti community, Dan Booth shares a letter regarding the history of Avanti 63R4302. This wasn't just any 1963 Studebaker; it was originally a display car at the Turin Auto Show in Italy, gifted to an Italian artist by her well-to-do husband and shipped to the USA in crates.