I like that you seem to show respect for these old vehicles that many would sneer at. I like that.
@gryfandjane
5 жыл бұрын
You’ve got a real gem there, Jonathan. I’ve always liked these Studebakers, and I wish you all the best as you get it running again.
@Shane-Singleton
5 жыл бұрын
I don't know, Jonathan. I think she's in good enough shape to warrant a restoration. The places where the door and quarter are rotten don't contain any real complex shapes so probably most people who have a little bit of metal working experience could roll out a patch panel and make it work. That with this being an otherwise very complete and solid car make it a good candidate for something above just a driver.
@jdcunnington
5 жыл бұрын
I'd tackle it given space and money.
@Shane-Singleton
5 жыл бұрын
@@jdcunnington I would as well if I had my garage built. It just won't stop freggin raining here in Dallas. And after I get my garage built i still have a few project vehicles in waiting. But i'd certainly pick this one up, put it under a car port, and get to it. Because a 51 Studebaker commander is what Fozzie drove in the Muppet Movie. Basically the same car but the rear glass is nicer on the model Jonathan has.
@oldmech619
5 жыл бұрын
As a kid, I remembered sometimes seeing the nose was replaced with a head light
@donniefiechtner5437
5 жыл бұрын
I have a soft spot in my head for the old Studebakers. Especially the trucks.
@thewhitedogdad
5 жыл бұрын
Oh man what a car. My first car was a 56 Studebaker Champion. My uncle was the Studebaker Chief Engineer during the 50's all the way up until they closed down.
@edmarkham2632
5 жыл бұрын
My dad loved Studebakers. We had a 1951 4 dr automatic, 1953 champion 4 dr, 1955 President v8 4 dr. He also loved Crosleys. We had 2 of those. Those were the days. Keep getting these old guys. They are really worth it.
@lyerby2931
5 жыл бұрын
Jonathan I know you have plenty of projects but the shape(and condition) of this one cries out to be a period correct(60s) Hot Rod. Any big ole motor you have laying around will do. We've seen you make 'me all work! You've spoiled us in that way! TRUE Hot Rodding like back when it all started! I know you're a humble man but you truly inspire us, even some of us that are older than you are. Keep on keeping on, Jonathan!
@regsparkes6507
5 жыл бұрын
Oh my, yes this one of all you've shown, should be at the head of the list for restoration. Studebaker's of this era are simply wonderful. What a design!
@mrratskins
4 жыл бұрын
I really hope you get this comment. I own two bullet nose Studebakers, both restored. I see a problem on your car that is typical of these Studes and easily fixed. If you go to the 8:30 mark and look at the gas pedal you'll notice it is bent in a gentle U shape. It is supposed to be flat. The way it is right now if you floor it you'll have about half throttle. You will barely make it up a hill. You can straighten it, or even get a new one and it will go back to being bent right away. It is simply soft metal. I think this is why Studes have a reputation for being gutless. The best solution is to get a piece of 1/4 inch thick stainless steel and bolt it on the back after straightening the pedal first. That's fast, cheap, and easy. My starlight coupe became a screamin' fast machine immediately after doing this fix. It only took me 35 years to figure this out.
@orangecatfarm7194
5 жыл бұрын
I'm glad that you are saving these cars. I've heard the old saw of "It's too far gone to save", but the counterpoint is that once the car is gone, there is one less in the world. I have two cars that would have fallen in the parts car category, a 1951 Ford business coupe and a 52 Packard sedan-- both progressing nicely. It may not make financial sense, but by fixing my car a little along, I'll soon be driving a Packard--- and no one else in my town has one. Once there were great cars everywhere--now lots of plastic jellybeans. I'm always happy to get or see one of the old ones back on the road. Your Studebaker shows how amazing even an inexpensive car could be back then. A huge thanks to you for saving it!
@bradbeall392
5 жыл бұрын
Damn! Here in S.W. Pennsylvania, that would be considered a good, solid car! With the weather and road salt they use here in the winter, most cars are rotted up to the windows before they’re 10 years old. I love the body style of the Studebaker Champions! Can’t wait to see this one rolling down the road again! Thanks for posting all these great videos!
@chuckhaynes6458
5 жыл бұрын
Wow Jonathan the hits just keep on coming. A Bullet nose Baker is right down my alley. Fun cars to work on and even more fun to drive. Surprisingly zippy for a 170 and amazing gas mileage. I believe it has the similar version of the Borg-Warner overdrive that is in the Nash. Raymond Loewy thought outside the box for this design. I love it. What fun.
@franklancaster3576
5 жыл бұрын
Wow. She sure brings back memories. My neighbor, his friend and I raced a '52 straight six, 3 speed Champion at the Quaker State Speedway in Salem Ohio in the early '60s. We called her the "Sundowner" as that's the only time any of us had time to work on her. Ran in L/stock. Don't ever recall that anyone beat us. Thanks for bringing back those fond memories.
@derrickrees8895
5 жыл бұрын
What a great Find ! Those Propeller Nose Studebakers have a unique look and they were known for good economy . I love it !
@neil6212
5 жыл бұрын
I can't resist! Body damage isn't "that bad" ! I wouldn't do a full blown restoration unless I was really into the car, but it will be pretty easy to make patch panels, as it is pretty simple on these cars. I would start with pulling the body panels off that will come off with bolts, then see what I really was getting into! A couple of suggestions, although you already know a bunch about starting the oldies, some viewers may not know the shortcuts that work. Here's what I've found (age specific) A shop vac over the carb will quickly get rid of the obvious, and is also handy around the plugs before removing them. Hooking up to 12 volts to start is OK, but remember Positive Ground! (an turn off the lights, just in case!) I believe that in '51 they still had the starter switch under the clutch pedal, therefore no solenoid(?) If it rolls over, seems to have compression, try squirting a little fuel in a couple of the cylinders through the plug holes. Then, fill the carb bowl through the vent tube, and at least pinch off the fuel line, or better still disconnect it. Then you will know where you want to go! You use 11 ga for floors? Wow! That's 1/8" thick, or really close to it! I think that is a superb idea! For new body patch panels, I wouldn't go thicker than 18ga CRS, unless you have some 16 ga hanging around, looking for a home! IF you want to go to a V8, a Studebaker V8 of pretty much any size will fit! They share the common outside dimensions. Reverse the motor mounts (bolted to the chassis) left to right. The holes should already be there. Likewise the rear motor mount support. The overdrive switch, known as a kickdown switch, serves two functions: briefly shorts the ignition, and operates the overdrive solenoid, to take you out of OD, assuming the dash control is in the OD position. I don't know how far back it goes, but every Studebaker I owned had an inside hood release.
@mikelamothesr.8998
5 жыл бұрын
Even as a kid I liked the Studebakers. They stood out from all the others. Mike
@tomlewis3658
5 жыл бұрын
When I was a kid, we had 1 of these, 1951 Studebaker starlight coupe. Looking at those bits of color still left (like the firewall), maybe even the same color. I think ours was light green. But ours had an automatic trans. These bullet noses have been movie stars, a few times. Kermit & Fozzie drove one in The Muppet Movie, but it was not a starlight coupe. And Jim Carrey drove a 4-door bullet nose in The Mask. These cars are very distinctive.
@oldschool6345
5 жыл бұрын
Hi Jonathan, i know there's always plenty of coldwar motors comments. I remember seeing in his fury project using a little steam cleaning gizmo to work on the interior door panels. He made panels i would have thought long gone from useable look great compared to what he started with. First thing i thought of when i saw the door cards on this stude. Check it out he made them good solid driver quality. I couldn't believe how well they stretched and laid back down. Thanks for sharing
@dvaeogreg5557
5 жыл бұрын
Brought home in a six year old 50 Champion Starlight, Johnathan. Judging from what's left of the paint, looks like the same color as my folk's old one. Looking forward to this and enjoying the Nash series. Thanks. So much better than commercial TV car shows. No heavy metal sound track ? A blessing !
@r1lark
5 жыл бұрын
Jonathan, good to see you have gotten a Studebaker! I have more than several of them. Parts are really available - mechanical and electrical from rockauto and local parts stores. I'm in North Carolina so may be able to help with parts. Have an air cleaner from my '54 Champion that I converted to Studebaker V8 so that should fit the '51. Will be watching for more videos on this one.
@brucefelix5992
5 жыл бұрын
My first car was a 51 Studebaker Champion! Mine was a two door sedan. I was about 12 and learned to drive by running the Champion around from field to field on the family farm. We bought it as a matter of mathematics. The neighbor kids all had honda 50cc scooters and one had an old Cushman scooter. Those cost money and that was something we didn’t have in abundance. The Studebaker was picked up for next to nothing from a guy my father worked with. He just wanted to get rid of it. As I got a little more mature (14 or 15) I would drive the country roads to neighboring farms to help with field work on the farms of my friends. I felt like I was 10 ft tall. Thanks for the memory. Have fun with it.
@JamesAllmond
5 жыл бұрын
My favorite car of all time, thank you for saving her! Shame she sat there and rotted for so long! I thought the 1st rule of restoration was take a free car, throw tons of money and/or time at it, then lose it all when you sell it, but you saved a worthy car and the next guy will like it as much as you!
@rogerlee3941
5 жыл бұрын
I have one of these that I bought out of Tomahawk, Wisconsin and had it shipped to my home in south Alabama. I've completely restored it and it has won several awards at car shows. All Champions came with 6's, the Commanders had an available V8. Your air cleaner should be oil-bath type. Cool ol' cars!
@timmorris245
5 жыл бұрын
My number one of all Studebakers. The old type Quaker State oil was paraffin base and green, famous for turning into sludge.
@eliduttman315
5 жыл бұрын
Yes sir. You're making me go back to my Freshman year of high school in 1959. Instead of General Science, we took Industrial Processes. Petroleum obtained from PA is paraffin based and contains wax. That's where the greenish opalescence comes from.
@timmorris245
5 жыл бұрын
Back in the good old days when an education was no nonsense and they taught facts.
@ejtakach
5 жыл бұрын
Jonathan, will you share with us when a project car of yours moves on? I'd like to see the face of the happy new owner.
@ldean-du5im
5 жыл бұрын
Old iron, made in the USA, it's got to be good. Thanks for the video!
@jenniferwhitewolf3784
5 жыл бұрын
The first car in my life was a 1951 convertible version of one of these. Rode home from the hospital in it... I was far too young as a newborn to remember that.. but have always had a fascination for these. Love that pointed grill.
@anthonyvisnesky6656
5 жыл бұрын
Hello Jonathan, Around these parts( Central Illinois) folks referred to those models as" hog nosed" Studebakers. One of my uncles had a dark blue 4 door same 6cyl. 3 speed/OD setup it rode great from my memory but then again I was 5 years old. Always did like the design though because they did resemble an aircraft. Great find! Keep saving the old iron. It is part of your legacy.
@chucksterock
5 жыл бұрын
You know, I think that car is starting to grow on me. The more I looked at it in the video, the more I liked it. Cool!
@Jim-ie6uf
5 жыл бұрын
Man you find the cool stuff, getter runnin and sell it on. I’ve gotten too hung up in projects, but, having fun is what it’s all about. Can’t wait to S.E. the first start. You are an honest man.
@johnbelcher4854
5 жыл бұрын
You come up with the greatest old car projects! Just a note of caution on the overdrive transmission . They have a free wheel feature, when parking be sure to put it in reverse rather than first gear. If headed down hill the car will roll off on its own,. This happened to me once with my 1940 Studebaker and narrowly escaped disaster by jumping back in the car and hitting the brakes, very scary!! Of course a good parking break is a good thing to have. Keep those video's coming!
@jamesspence3276
Жыл бұрын
sweet ride I am a studebaker fan,when I was young I had a 49 willis wagon and I used a brand of oil called sequoia which had a green tint back in the 70s.
@buddycarroll9665
5 жыл бұрын
Oh man, I owned one of those even before I got my license . Worked on it in the yard. Had two other cars before I was finally at age to get a license. Learned a lot.......
@JamesSmith-vz6ry
5 жыл бұрын
Nice find! My uncle drove one when I was a young boy. It was gray. Car had a major problem with a short in the steering wheel... turn left or right and the horn would honk. At least you knew he was headed your way. His car was gray in color.
@johnhansen4550
5 жыл бұрын
This NOT a rusty car by Nebraska! Easy restore... Appreciate that you are fixing it up!
@Pointman-yf6or
5 жыл бұрын
My first cousin had one of these that he took out the old 6 banger and put in a 289 studabaker sweepstakes engine from a wrecked hawk. That sob beat everything in its class at the drag strip. Ford stuff, engines ect will fit pretty easy. Nice ride to be brother.
@gregcromer8406
5 жыл бұрын
I did a quick Google search. It appears that Kendall and Quaker State both had a green tint in their oils back in the 70s. Thanks for saving this gem!
@mybugmy64bug31
5 жыл бұрын
Love this car. every time i see one i always remember the Fozzie scene from The Muppet Movie... "a bear in his natural habitat. A Studebaker." theres a field of these near me and occasionally i take the long way home just to look at the champions and the few pickups. Such a great brand, definitely i would restore this one
@richardmickinak318
5 жыл бұрын
NAPA RUglyde for the rubber window seal. We used to use this to soften and preserve rubber in the 1950s when i worked at a garage that cared for lots of old cars. We also put 8 volt batteries in when the six volt systems were kind-a tired. When the system could not charge them a little voltage regulator adjustment would work.
@fava7753
5 жыл бұрын
Another classic saved , love the style of the Studebaker's , with the right persons skills and time , this can be brought back to a decent level , I used to have oil for blood , was in my veins from being a kid , I took the time to learn how it was all done , done my apprenticeship , lived and breathed automotive . Anyway . Cant remember if it was duckhams or castrol that had oil with the green tint , that would have been in sixties or seventies . Keep saving as many classics as you can jonathon . Save your automotive heritage anyway you can . Top man .
@KevinJohnson-fx6wq
5 жыл бұрын
I love those cars. Really nice find. My grandfather drove Studebakers when I was real young until he decided to turn in his license. I believe his last one was a '62. The square box type. Wish I had the means to make that really nice, not restored, but really nice. Thanks for sharing.
@79tazman
5 жыл бұрын
Those cars are awesome those bullet nose Studebaker's and the Henry J's are totally awesome they make cool looking gassers too
@ronnielester2933
5 жыл бұрын
Hey Mr.Jonathan, I think it would make a really cool rat rod. Drop a v8 in her drop her down and a set of fat back tires and skinny fronts( like some 60s style rims) or a bad ass gaser style. I would love to see ya do a 1 day rat rod build. What ever you do it will be sweet.
@charlesmoore3321
5 жыл бұрын
Begged a friend to sell me his 50 bullet nose but to no avail. He wants it for "yard art", so I invested my time and efforts into a 55 Champion. She's sweet but she's no bullet. Thank you for saving this.
@kickit59
5 жыл бұрын
Jonathan back in 75 I had a 49 Chevy 5 window pickup that came from the Washington Coast, Aberdeen area that had rust holes & the floor like the Studebaker that I got it running but you could watch the road through the holes in the floor while you drove along! It was my first pickup so I liked it a lot even though it was pretty far gone!
@scottm.franklinnc7942
5 жыл бұрын
Saving and restoring classics is a " sickness" according to my dad. He always said once you get it in your blood you'll never get it out.. guess that's why he did it for 60+ yrs ( 15 for me when he and I did it together)... Miss you Dad ☹️.... Wish ppl would stop stealing those " nut filters" or replace them when they take the off.
@Pedroisanickname
5 жыл бұрын
Man have you shared a mouthful! You need to check out the #coldwarmotors vlog on YT. Cheers!
@fcburgner35
5 жыл бұрын
Wow, I had one of these. Don't remember the year but some of the features were unforgettable. Seared into my memory is all the trouble I had with a feature called the hill holder that was supposed to keep the brakes applied if you had to stop on an incline so that the car wouldn't roll backwards. I guess it was there for the uncoordinated driver. It caused no end of trouble the entire time I had it - the feature would activate for some unknown reason and begin to appiiy the brakes while as you drove so that the drums would get red hot and finally stop the car. No one was ever able to solve the problem. Equally mysterious was the transmission with its overdrive feature that gave the car six gears of which only four of the six seem to make much difference, until the sixth one which was an overdrive would activate. The styling was so unusual that the most popular comment was that you couldn't be sure if it was coming or going. I didn't keep it very long.
@seed_drill7135
5 жыл бұрын
When we moved to NC back in '84 a man near us had a '50 Convertible for sale for $5000. This was a running, driveable car with an amateur restoration. I'd just turned 16 and wanted that car so bad, but, having moved from NY, I didn't have a license yet, nor a job.
@Brock_Landers
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing yet another cool old car with us Jonathan! I have to admit that I've never been too excited by these style cars, but I can see my own personal vision of it done and it would be cool with a small block Chrysler 318 or 360, a 4 or 5 speed, and some small aftermarket upgrades like intake/headers/exhaust, maybe even side pipes, as well as some rust repair and a decent basic paintjob of course. I'm sure my attitude may change as I grow older, but I'm more of a restomod guy than a patina or even full resto guy. I really think that this car would be something sick with a mildly built small block and a manual trans with a decent rear end under it.
@genemccoy4910
5 жыл бұрын
My Grandfather had a 51 Champion 4 Doofr. It had a 232 CI V8. Ran and drove real good. This car has a hill hold feature with the clutch. Stop on a hill Press in the clutch and brake and then release the brake and it won.t roll back. Real handy with three speed W/overdrive
@charlessirois7627
4 жыл бұрын
In 1958 one of my girl friends had one it was painted maroon, it was not a bad little car, I kind of liked it..
@skvltdmedia
Жыл бұрын
Definitely good cars to rescue! Unique to everything else from its era.
@MichaelMcFearin
5 жыл бұрын
Wonderful video love these old Studebakers!
@Dave-ty2qp
5 жыл бұрын
Back in 65 I got a 51 champ coup, in trade for an old pair of boots. It was so underpowered I had to do something, so I got a Golden Hawk engine which was a supercharged 289 cu in V8. Was waiting for summer to come and school to be over to start the project, when my fathers job and our family moved to New Orleans. The car got left in Ala, and that was the end of that idea. Often wondered how it would have ran. Make it happen Jonathon. LOL
@braysanborn6000
5 жыл бұрын
Great find ...anxious to watch this one come along with the others ! Thanks for posting !!!!
@bugulater
5 жыл бұрын
You are getting some very interesting cars lately! It's amazing how smooth these old engines run when you get them tuned up!
@timothynewkirk2654
5 жыл бұрын
Yep, same age as ME! My friends mom had a 4 door model...so I road around in hers, quit a bit...in the 50s and 60s. I've alway loved Studebaker! Awesome Ride...Newk from Kentucky
@thomasmarti5856
5 жыл бұрын
That's one awesome find !!!!!!!!!!
@BrodieBr0
5 жыл бұрын
I feel the same way about these old drivers and have tons of appreciation for you saving them!
@colinwheeler4166
5 жыл бұрын
She looks gorgeous. Bulletnoses are rare these days. Good job saving it.
@melvinmcvicar426
5 жыл бұрын
My 2ns car was a 1950 starlite coupe. It had a Hill Hold system that came in very handy. It was mint green as that was very popular doe Studebaker
@morgansword
5 жыл бұрын
Nice old cars seem to gravitate to you Jonathan. I like it. my dad had one near like it, even same color parked in the yard that he used the trunk for storage cause it had a trunk that looked like a bed room. It had the v8 engine with electric wipers... reason is me and Tom Benton got it going and did some terrible things to it when I was a kid. I feel like I should be whipped for it. Then we also had the studebaker truck that had dual wheels but the most obvious thing was the dash, it set back like that and when you raised the hood, you were looking at the back of all the gauges, the wiring, even the headlight switch. It was good in one way but harder in another way cause getting to ang thing you need to hold was one person in and one person out of the car to finish. I raced a few other cars before he took it to the football rally and it suffered from people throwing stuff at it and everyone was laughing... till I laid a black strip of rubber right in front of the police station at the end of the one street only town. U had to go through alleys to get in any place that had a back door. Taverns and such. I do believe even though it will be harder to fix than the studibaker is the 50 panel truck getting it stretched back out so the doors fit. Sure it is maybe more popular but getting to the finish line well you spoiled me with the nash coming to life like it did. I just love that old car... and getting the window in is going to be something. I know using soap makes it easier to get in but the rubber is a google thing for sure. There you have a million people in armchairs that are experts and just ask em!! I loved this video, I been watching for it all week end
@cavecookie1
5 жыл бұрын
LOL! Looks just like the '51 that a friend of mine had many years ago. That was his daily driver for a long time. Ran great, just looked rough! He even had the little after-market propeller that went on the nose "bullet".
@SchnelleKat
5 жыл бұрын
YES!! LOVE ME A STUDE... Great find kinda uncommon & rare... Keep us updated!
@chrisbird2458
5 жыл бұрын
One of my all time favourites 🇬🇧
@duncanfrere2656
5 жыл бұрын
Awesome find! One of my favorites designs. Patina for days! I'd be proud to drive this as is, after you get it road-ready! Looking forward to seeing this first-start.
@bigunone
5 жыл бұрын
My uncle loved Studebakers, he could spot them while going down the road at 75 MPH, all he had to do is see a piece of the fender, there is a youtube video on the history of the company which is pretty interesting. One of the popular swaps in the day was to put a Caddy engine they called them Studalics A 6 cylinder three on the tree can be drag raced and win in it's class when bracket racing
@danchandler3799
5 жыл бұрын
I enjoy watching u bring these old ladies back to the road. This one is really cool. Like the ungly duckling. Id get it running make it my daily. Love what u are doing.
@franktucker1969
5 жыл бұрын
Just remembered my first car was a 55 President hardtop so I have a bit of affection for them. First thing I did was take it out and run it up to 110 mph. That was sort of a initiation ritual for all my cars back in the day. Don't remember ever checking for tread on the tires until the air came out. I'm sure lucky my kids didn't turn out like me, I feel bad for my parents now, I was no prize. But I loved those old cars. There was a weekly Auto auction in my hometown so I went through a lot of them. Paid $27.50 for the 55 Studebaker.
@tomhull3440
5 жыл бұрын
Looks good hey did you know that you can get a lot of parts from the old factory in south bend Ind. I fixed my 54 pick up With a283 and trans 3 speed on the Tree wish it was still around 80 in a month put still love old iron Hoya. Tom- t
@b1g1lz
5 жыл бұрын
That car would be a Champion no matter what drag strip it went to. It could stay at home and still be a Champion
@LarryDeSilva64
5 жыл бұрын
I always liked the look of these Studebaker Champions with the classic bullet nose. Great car to make into a runner and driver or even restore down the road. thanks for sharing.
@bobcrawford5083
5 жыл бұрын
Like them..remember them when I was a kid..that car would make an ideal pro-street car..look at that rear quarter could hide a real nice narrow ford rear end all tubbed...
@berniepokorski2489
5 жыл бұрын
The front end styling on these always reminds me of the WW II Lockheed P-38 Lightning aircraft.
@ZippoVarga
5 жыл бұрын
Saving history and taking us along for the journey. Thank you Jonathan! Zip~
@handyman5455
5 жыл бұрын
In 1962 in high school I had a 1953 studebaker champion 2 door sedan 6 cyl 3 on the tree with OD and a 1953 commander 2 door hardtop 8 cyl automatic. Wish I still had them. Love your channel
@nunyabizness199
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for what you do with these old cars. If more people would just do what you're doing with all the stuff we've got laying around it would solve a few problems...Great find !
@danmay9728
5 жыл бұрын
Sweet, love the studebaker. Be safe. Peace.
@shawnmrfixitlee6478
5 жыл бұрын
I love the old studebakers , My favorite is the lark . ENJOYED !!
@onawhim7737
5 жыл бұрын
Love these early Studebakers. I've seen the 4 door ones restored but can't remember seeing a 2 door like this one restored. Everybody wants the Hawk. Really looking forward to seeing this back on the road. As someone else asked, where do you post what you have for sale. I just might be interested in this one!
@michaelnaisbitt1639
5 жыл бұрын
Johnathon old mate you have made my day. This was my 1st car back in 1972. Paid 150 for it cos it had a V8 in it. Car was solid even hit a cow one night still it drove home. Parts were hard to find but fixed it up and drove all thru college. Memories. Good luck 🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺👍
@malcolmdavis506
5 жыл бұрын
G'day Jonathan, love that car the shape's it has ,that rust is easy fix a good project to get up and running . some more good videos to come. Mal
@brucefelix5992
5 жыл бұрын
BTW Jonathan, because the car has the overdrive it is free wheeling when you let off the gas. There is no engine braking. (Unless you down shift when in overdrive. I’m sure that is not a wise thing to do but at 12 I had to give it a try and the car survived. This is a round about way of getting around to my point. (I’m sure you knew all of that info already from other cars of that vintage) The ‘51 had a feature I think may have been unique to the Studebaker. The feature was called hill hold. When you pulled to a stop at the crest of a hill and the clutch and brake were pushed down, the brake would stay engaged until the clutch was almost fully engaged as you were pulling away from the stop, leaving your gas pedal free to take care of the throttle and eliminating the need to heel / toe the brake and gas pedal. It was a great feature on steep grades. Enjoy.
@kenkaye3937
5 жыл бұрын
I agree. Half the fun is going a Cruz...and there's nothing better than getting the running.
@allen2905
5 жыл бұрын
Love viewing your old car restorations. It's giving the incentive to get my '37 Dodge out of my garage where it's been sitting up on Jack's these last 4 yrs. Try to read all the comments to be more informed. New subscriber. It's somewhat amazing what you do with "parts" even old fans (the one with the wooden blade)
@Griznant75
5 жыл бұрын
Love the car! I've wanted one of these forever and would gladly take on a project like that if it were closer. Good luck!
@lionreb
5 жыл бұрын
nice car, man! one hundred percent worth giving it some time and kind attention.looking forward to seeing you bring this one to life! Awesome find, Jonathan.
@ivorwm2291
5 жыл бұрын
One of my all time favorites. I remember riding in one when I was 6 years old in 1961. I was hooked
@vicmabus1532
5 жыл бұрын
Awesome! An iconic car from the 50s designed by Virgil Exner of Raymond Loewy Associates.
@Justa4banger79
5 жыл бұрын
OH MY GOD !!! WHAT A BEAUTIFUL CAR. WOW. THANK THE CAR GODS FOR SAVING IT .
@harleyguyinmilw
5 жыл бұрын
I love it!!!! I've been drawing up two-Tone paint jobs, dark green and mint green
@neil6212
5 жыл бұрын
Old rubber parts: I like Murphy Oil Soap Great for installation and soaking. Patience is the key! I'm steeped in Studebaker lore...my first new car was a 1961 Lark convertible, which was the first Stude of many, intertwined with a couple of new Mustangs in '65 and '67.Had a couple or more of everything from a '55 Commander to a '64 Daytona convertible, and two Avantis!
@spaert
5 жыл бұрын
My grandpa had a '51 Studebaker (not a Starlight) back in the 70's. I was just little but always thought it was the coolest car. I love the look of this beautiful old Starlight. Be a cool driver. Thanks for the vid! Nice work.
@skipstein744
5 жыл бұрын
Neat car! My Dad had a '63 Stude. I think the V8 would be fun addition, alway room for another sleeper... Happy trails!
@brianbrians3157
5 жыл бұрын
I like it! Looks like an art deco jet
@jankotze1959
5 жыл бұрын
Nice car and video, first starts are always awesome
@MrDeleon9999
5 жыл бұрын
Sweet ride and project Jonathan!
@lutemule
5 жыл бұрын
Really like your style JW. This should be a fun one to get her to run!
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