1951 Studebaker Champion Starlight Coupe

Previous buyer never responded. History shows he's done that before. He's blocked now.
If it doesn't sell this time, I'll likely keep it and start work on it myself. I won't keep lowering the price and relisting.
This 1951 Studebaker Champion Starlight Coupe is an excellent candidate for stock restoration or hotrod creation. With a few minor exceptions, this is a complete car. The car was last licensed in 2008, but has a clean MN title. It has been stored in a shed for most of the time since then, and was retrieved from there late 2020.
The engine is a '58 Champion engine (Canada) from the serial number, C-74796. Obviously, not original, but it is unknown when that was installed. The engine runs with an external fuel supply and pump. The transmission seems to work well, but have not gotten up to speed to try overdrive. Videos are viewable on the photo website that shows the car engine running and car driving. The brakes are non-functional, but it does have the Hill-holder feature. Front hand brake cable is broken. The fuel tank, line and mechanical fuel pump conditions are unknown, presumed needing cleaned or rebuilt. All electrical wiring will likely need replaced as there are many bare spots. Complete wire harness available from Studebaker International for $168.
The body is very rusty, but not beyond restoration. Floor and trunk pans can be replaced. Body panels are repairable or replaceable. Other rusty areas are repairable with light fabrication. The frame has surface rust, but does not appear to be compromised structurally. See photo site via link for detailed pictures. The car was painted at some time in its history, but the only evident bondo is at the front of the right rear quarter panel ahead of the rear fender, and lower back corner of the passenger door. All 4 wheel covers included, but poor condition. Retainer clips are missing from one wheel. Spare with bad tire and stock rusty bumper jack is included.
The door windows and back windows are in great shape. The window vents are the worst with delamination. The windshield has some fogging and delamination along the bottom at the outer edges. See website photos. Door windows roll up and down.
The entire interior is shot, as visible from photos. Clock and AM radio are non-functional. Speedometer does not work. Fuel gauge and ammeter are unknown. Oil pressure and water temp gauges work.
Photos and videos viewable at:done since recovery:
New 6v batteryOil filter replaced, new oil
Points cleaned and new rotor installed
Cleaned & inspected carburetor
Repair of pinhole leak in radiator (likely temporary)
Tubes installed in all 4 tires. Tires are good for lot driving only.
Known missing items:
Hood badge
Air cleaner
Driver's side rear view mirror
Spare parts are available for additional price, though not better condition than original:
Grills
Complete nose cone
1) Headlight bezel
Hood scripts Studebaker Champion
Hood ornament
Trunk Ornament, latch lever broken
Misc hub caps
6v radio, not stock
Turn signal lever
Send questions through the eBay listing. I may not be able to respond to questions received the last day of the auction.
Delivery may be available to Midwest for additional cost. Make arrangements prior to close of auction.
TERMS:
Payment is due by cash, bank check, Cash App, or wire transfer within 3 business days of the close of auction, or make arrangements prior to close of auction. Car will not be released until payment received in full.
Vehicle must be picked up within 7 calendar days, or make arrangements prior to close of auction.
DISCLAIMER:
I Try to be as accurate as possible and provide as much information as I can to assist potential buyers, which may include information external to the listing. I am a buyer also and that is what I expect of sellers. I may not catch everything and it is possible negative details may turn up after the sale, as well as positive ones. I do not intentionally leave information out, but it is the responsibility of the buyer to determine if they have sufficient information to make the purchase. This is an AS IS sale with no guarantees as to the condition, completeness or operation of the vehicle.
Thank you for your interest!

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