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Item:1964 Studebaker Avanti R-3
1964 Studebaker Avanti R-3
Restored 1964 Avanti W/ Factory R-3 Engine-B103
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Ended:Nov 11, 200915:03:14 PST
Bid history:17 bids
Current bid:US $36,000.00
Reserve not met
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Deposit of US $2,000.00 within 48 hours of auction close. Full payment required within 10 days of auction close.
Shipping:Buyer responsible for vehicle pick-up or shipping.
Item Location:Sag Harbor, NY, United States

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Item number:300362941733
Item condition:Used
Sells to:Worldwide
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Last updated on 07:05:04 PM PST, Nov 08, 2009 View all revisions
1964 Studebaker Avanti R-3
Title: Restored 1964 Avanti W/ Factory R-3 Engine-B103
Mileage: 56,000 miles
Location: Sag Harbor, NY
Vehicle Information
VIN: R-5058 | See the free Vehicle History Report
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Title: Clear
Condition: Used
For sale by: Private seller
Features
Body type: CoupeEngine: 8 CylinderExterior color: White
Transmission: ManualFuel type: GasolineInterior color: Black
Disability equipped: --    

A  extremely rare classic performance Avanti like this one does not come to market very often. This car started as a fully restored  1964 White Avanti R-2 that was in excellent condition. I had purchased a completely rebuilt factory  R-3 (B103) supercharged engine from Nimesh Solanki that came out of a barn find in New Jersey. Nimesh did the complete engine swap/upgrade in his shop and his attention to detail is amazing. This completely original engine had under 12k mileage when it was completely dissassemled and rebuilt by Nimesh. Engine was and still is like new and is currently breaking in as I put the vehicle up for sale. Run under 1000 miles since rebuild.

When mated to a 4-speed, the performance is amazing. The car started as automatic equipped, I have the build sheet, but was converted to a factory 4-speed during the complete restoration. The body/paint is perfect with few of the normal fiberglass waves and the chrome and glass are excellent. Car is equipped with the rare tilt wheel that has been recovered in leather, and has new carpet and completely new weatherstripping.

Car was upgraded with classic Rader wheels with redline tires. Frame and undercarriage were completely restored and detailed with no evidence of rust ever present. The car drives like it looks and can be heard on You Tube by looking up Avanti R3 and see Nimesh running the engine. Added additional electric radiator fan for  traffic conditions but car never runs over 180 degrees. Car has power steering and traction control and the only change was to lower the rear end ratio to 3.33.1 for lower rpm at 60 mph. I have the original higher gears that I will include with the purchase.

All factory guages work including the clock. Car has rare  working AM/FM radio and windshield washers. Always garaged and covered!

Call Michael Gelman at 516-982-9015 with any questions. Look at my feedback for my other Avanti sale!


On Nov-07-09 at 18:29:38 PST, seller added the following information:

As of November 7th I have tried to exchange pictures to show undercarriage and hog troughs.  I am not having success but if you e-mail me I will directly send them to you. These is no rust present and there has never been rust on the car.

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 Q: Hi, I just wanted to comment on what a great car! I am selling the 1983 that up for auction. These cars have to be the coolest cars ever produced!!!! I also have a 76, and I love them. Sorry I am not a bidder, but I wish you... Continue reading
A: Thank you for your comments. I appreciate them. Have a happy/healthy holiday season!
Nov 09, 2009 
  
 Q: Hello, I live in Southampton, and am wondering if the car is for sale locally, and for how much? Thanks it looks beautiful.
A: Car is in Sag Harbor and can be seen and driven. Bidding is approaching the reserve so move fast if you are really interested.
Nov 07, 2009 
  
 Q: Ok nice try guys..15 people in the entire world are not prepared to pay 35,000 for an Avanti...and to have the reserve even higher is equally absurd. But thank you for propping up the market, mine is worth more now too!
A: It is always a pleasure to hear from jealous non car collectors who have no clue about this market. If you can hide the fact that you know nothing about the history of this car/engine I would suggest you do so. I am letting... Continue reading
Nov 05, 2009 
  
 Q:  I don't know if I emailed you before,but I have about 5 Avanti's on my list.In the next few months,I will have enoght to buy one of these 5 cars.If you don't recieve the amount you are looking for.Keep me in... Continue reading
A: I have a very reasonable reserve. This original rebuilt engine is in the same new condition as it came from the Granatelli shop. It would sell for 25K by itself! For those who are not familiar with this engine, it was bored... Continue reading
Nov 04, 2009 
 Q: Could you please post some very detailed pictures of the bottom of the car with closeups of the frame and "Hog Troughs". Thanks
A: Frame and hog troughs are original rust free. I will try to post more pictures Sunday/Monday.
Nov 04, 2009 
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