1953 Studebaker Champion Custom
VIN: 1057069
The look of royalty, the comfort of aristocracy and quick strike performance are all wrapped up in this stunning custom 1953 Studebaker Champion.
Three cars contributed to this build. The body is a 1953 Champion 2 door hardtop, the car rides on 1986 Jaguar XJS independent suspension front and rear, and the performance and comfort is provided by a 1999 Mustang Cobra.
Body:
- Two Door Hardtop Chopped 4.5"
- Flush Mount Windshield
- Windshield Leaned Back 7"
- Eliminated Wipers
- Fabricated 3 piece flush back glass
- All Wheel Openings are Flared
- Fabricated Flat Trunk Lid
- Fabricated Hawk Style Fins
- Mustang Spoiler and 3rd Tail Light
- Chrysler door Handles, Century Rear View Mirrors
- Nosed and Decked, Smooth Bumpers
- Two Tone Paint, Kandy Tangerine Upper, PPG Black Lower, Separated by 18K Gold Leaf Strip
Drive Train/Chassis
- 1999 Mustang Cobra 4.6L - 4 Overhead Cam 32 Valve
- Complete Professional Rebuild with upgrades to Low Mile Block
- 320 HP output
- 9 Qt Oil Capacity with added Remote Twin Oil Filters
- Mustang Firewall and Transmission Tunnel
- Tremec 5 Speed Manual Transmission
- Jaguar Independent Suspension Front and Rear
- 4 Wheel Disc Brakes
- Custom Fabricated Engine Cover
- 3:03 Positraction Rear-End
Interior
- Complete 1999 Mustang Cobra Interior
- Power Leather Bucket Seats
- Cobra Dash and Door Panels Fit to Perfection
- Power Steering
- Power Windows and Locks
- Keyless Entry, Alarm System
- Cassette and CD Player
This professional build is a true work of art and a fabrication/engineering feat. The fit and finish is excellent and the car is a pleasure to drive either for a local ride or a cross country trip. The ride is comfortable and the performance is excellent. There isn't another one like it on the road today!
*THIS CAR TO BE COLLECTED FROM BILLINGS, MT*
