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| 1964 Studebaker Daytona |
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Price: $34,500 |
Last Updated 12 hours ago
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| Year: |
1964 |
| Make: |
Studebaker |
| Model: |
Daytona |
| Trim: |
N\A |
| Engine: |
289 V8 |
| Fuel: |
N\A |
| Color: |
White |
| Miles: |
32477 |
| Stock #: |
7196 |
| Body Style: |
Hatchback |
| Condition: |
Used |
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Vehicle Description
1964 Studebaker Daytona R2 Convertible Tribute Studebaker's spirited fun car. Daytona delivers all the famous Studebaker extra value features plus a rousing Power Thrust 259 V8! Interiors are luxurious tasteful nylons or colorful, glove soft vinyl and deep pile carpets. Choose from the 4 door sedan, convertible, hardtop, or Wagonaire. The '64 Studebaker brochure. For consignment, a 1964 Studebaker Daytona R2 convertible tribute showing 32,477 miles which are not actual. Only 48 actual Studebaker Daytona's from 1964 were combined the R2 supercharged V8 with a convertible top, so finding one is a proverbial needle in the haystack. This is a faithful tribute to one rare unicorn.  Exterior The somewhat boxy body wears white on its base which is adorned with a black canvas convertible top accentuated by the black spear just below the shoulder line, pointed at both ends and bordered by metal trim.  Inset headlight bezels have angular sides that dictate the unusual shape of the grille and will likely not be mistaken for another brand due to the V-shaped edges, and it wears a Studebaker R2 badge.  In back, tail lights cap the protruding decklid while the latch panel is tucked under it and retains a prominent body fold that is a continuation of a rear fender accent which has a mirror line on the front fender, more visually muted on white paint. Some contrast is brought in with the 15-inch argent gray American Racing Torque Thrust wheels, with polished rims and 215/75R15's at each corner. The canvas top is in great shape and so is the metal work and emblems that include Daytona in script and a coveted Avanti R2 Supercharged oval. Panels are straight, paint is great, and we could not find any glaring exterior imperfections on this rare car. Interior Contrasting with the white exterior, we're greeted with red vinyl door cards with simple embossed designs and a Studebaker dress plate. Red vinyl covers the bucket seats and center console, presenting in excellent condition. Same with the back bench that has a hideaway arm rest and button backed vinyl upholstery in good condition. The red plastic steering wheel has ridged hand grips built in with a white upper and lower rim, while a robust, stirrup shaped horn ring rides the wheel. Beyond the tachometer mounted on the column is an instrument panel that puts round gauges in square boxes of trim with white plastic toggle switches below in a woodgrain panel. A bit of patina here but we love the original presentation along with the ivory knobbed AM/FM radio in the center where we also find an added boost gauge mounted below. A stout metal shifter rides the hump in a polished base, all surrounded by plush red carpet that shows some fading on the upper surfaces, as is common in convertibles while foot wells retain sharp color. The trunk is clean and covered with a loose fitting plaid mat which also encases the spare.  Drivetrain Here's the money shot!  Mounted atop the 289ci V8 is a bright orange Paxton supercharger taking center stage while a 4-barrel carburetor feeds this representation of an engineering showpiece which is backed by a Borg Warner 3-speed automatic transmission sending power to the rear axle and 3.54 gears. Chrome valve covers and polished airbox further dress this engine which is clean and show worthy. New brake pads have been added to the power disc brakes in front, while power drums are reserved for the back.  Undercarriage Driver quality underneath with typical use patina, some surface rust, and some drops on the transmission pan with residual fluid on the rear differential. Dual exhaust runs from the engine to a pair of FlowMaster mufflers, into a stainless connector, then out to steel tailpipes that exit via polished tips just beyond the rear bumper. Coil springs are found up front for suspension while leaf springs are out back. Drive-Ability They say there's no replacement for displacement but t |
Vehicle Options
Variable Speed Windshield Wipers,Tachometer,Power Steering,Power Front Disc Brakes,Padded Sun Visors & Dash,Instrumentation,Heater/Defroster,Factory Tach,Bucket Seats,AM Radio,Aluminum Wheels |
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