Description
Studebaker Golden Hawk Gran Turismo | 1963
Highlights:
- Original red leather interior with new carpet and working radio
- V8 289 CI engine with 2-barrel carburetor
- Professionally repainted in two-tone metallic with preserved chrome
- 70,659 miles, verified
- Includes documentation and valuation report
The seller offers for sale a 1963 Studebaker Golden Hawk Gran Turismo, a stylish American coupe equipped with a 4.7-litre (289 CI) V8 engine and automatic transmission. This particular example was originally delivered in El Cerrito, California, and later imported into the Netherlands. It has since been registered in Belgium and currently resides in Boechout, Antwerp. The car has 70,659 miles on the odometer, and the mileage is documented.
The car’s paintwork has been professionally resprayed in a two-tone metallic finish using a multi-layer technique. Chrome details and trim pieces remain in neat condition. The car features tinted glass, well-fitting body panels, and Bosch H4 headlights. Under the bonnet, the engine bay is clean, with cables, belts, and hoses in good order.
Mechanically, the vehicle is described as being in good condition. The braking system, including the parking brake, functions properly. Lighting and signaling systems work as intended. The car holds a valid Belgian inspection and comes with a wide array of paperwork including Dutch and Belgian registration documents, historic US paperwork, a Belgian Car-Pass, and invoices for parts and repairs performed in both countries.
The interior features red leather seats in tidy condition, complemented by door panels in synthetic leather and cloth, and a vinyl headliner. The dashboard is a combination of plastic and metal, fitted with a two-spoke steering wheel. Instruments are present and working, and the original radio is still installed. A new carpet set has been added. Overall, the interior presents as partly renewed and well looked after.
The 1963 Gran Turismo Hawk was Studebaker’s final evolution of the Hawk series, which began in the mid-1950s as a line of sporty coupes to compete with the Thunderbird and other personal luxury cars. The GT Hawk was styled by famed industrial designer Brooks Stevens, who managed to modernize the look while retaining much of the original character. Its clean roofline, squared-off front fascia, and restrained use of chrome gave it a refined yet muscular stance.
Studebaker, one of America’s oldest car manufacturers, was known for its innovation and distinctive styling, but by the early 1960s, the brand was facing declining sales and internal challenges. The Gran Turismo Hawk became something of a last hurrah for the marque’s ambitions in the personal luxury segment. Despite its short production run, the GT Hawk remains a well-regarded model for its unique design, comfort, and relative rarity. Today, it’s appreciated by collectors who value 1960s Americana and enjoy a blend of style and understated power.
Condition of the Bodywork and Paint
4. Very Good: Small dents or scratches; may require minimal bodywork or paint correction.
Condition of the Interior
4. Very Good: Clean with minimal wear; may need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.
Technical Condition
4. Very Good: Mechanically solid, with possible minor maintenance required.
Overall Condition
4. Very Good Condition: Shows only minimal wear and is ready to drive at any time.
This item is sold on an as-is basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and descriptions of the listing are for information purposes only.
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This car is currently located in Antwerp province, Belgium.
This car drives, brakes and shifts.
The car has a Belgian registration. The buyer is responsible for registration in his own country and responsible for delivery and collection of any vehicle purchased at the auction.
The description of this car is, to the best of the seller’s knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Route 66 Auctions requests a range of detail about the car from the seller and performs a level of due diligence. However, potential buyers must independently satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description. We strongly advise potential buyers to view or arrange inspections as well as conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to bid or buy.
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