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  1. 1983 Avanti RQB 3637

    in Avanti Pub

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    Steve, I think that's about all the money for an 83 for the reasons Gunslinger noted. I gave less that 1/2 that amount for my 83 in 2011. However, mine had 93K miles, a tired engine and a repaint. The bumpers were new and the interior is the upgraded Leather option on the plus side.

    IMHO, the 83 is very high on the quality and fit scale and I would use that as a selling point, my 74 is a kit car by comparison to the 83. The frame and Hog Trough condition will also be high on the list of questions by a knowledgeable buyer.

    If you don't have any luck at the meet, give Ebay a chance. In fact, I'd try Ebay ASAP as you never know what it could bring from an excited buyer. Just have a reserve that you can live with and post a ton of large, high quality pictures including the underside.

    Sounds like a very nice car and I hope you get your price or more. Bob[/quote

    Thanks Bob for your input. Yes this car is in showroom condition. It still has the original spare. The moon roof works great and no leaks.

    It definitely is on the high scale as far as 83 Avanti goes.

    Thanks again Bob

  2. 1983 Avanti RQB 3637

    in Avanti Pub

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    Avanti II's don't carry that much value in the market. Given everything being equal, which it rarely is...a Studebaker Avanti carries more market value.

    My '70 Avanti was ordered by John Seaton as well. After some investigation I found that John Seaton was an authorized owner/dealer (or whatever Nate Altman called it) for Avanti Motors. He ordered/owned/sold something like 50-75 Avantis over time, so determining which was a personal car or simply ordered by him for a retail customer is iffy at best. I would think that carries little if any value for the car. It is a neat bit of trivia for the car though.

    Value is arguable at best. Some...I'm one of them...believe the power moon roof is a detriment due to problems of water leakage and whether they even still work. Some would value a properly working power moon roof. It all depends on the buyer.

    Some of those options, while adding value in 1983, are so commonplace today they're simply expected on cars. I think CB radios today are more an oddity than anything else...kinda like seeing an FM converter in an older car.

    To give you an idea on value...after spending several years and lots of money rebuilding my '70 which has been awarded numerous trophies and first place awards at two International SDC and AOAI meets...the collectors insurance company values the car at $27k. That's less than I have invested but still it's cold water in the face.

    The free market is very fickle and Avantis have never had much market value outside of our little Avanti community. They have everything going for them...design exclusivity, design pedigree, performance, low production numbers...but the market doesn't care. It is what it is.

    Just my opinion. I love the Avanti, but you don't own one for an investment...you own it because you love the car.

    Thanks Gunslinger, very interesting about John S. I was looking at $17,000. I plan on driving it to St Louis in August. Maybe I'll get a taker

  3. 1983 Avanti RQB 3637

    in Avanti Pub

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    What is this Avanti worth? Once owned by John Seaton. It is ALL original, paint, interior, 305 motor. It has 39,000 actual miles.

    Condition #2

    It can be seen on Bob Johnston's resources.

    It has AT, AC, PS, PB, PW, PDL, Power moon roof, built in CB radio, Power antenna, push button trunk release and CC

    I could send photos of the Interior, engine, outside, all four sides. Just give me a e-mail address.

    Thanks

    Steve

  5. PS hoses

    in 1965-83 Avanti

    Posted

    Thanks Bob & Joe, I ordered the complete set from Myers Studebaker Not knowing what hose and condition of the hoses (recommended by Jon). I can return the hoses I don't use. The 4 hoses came to $160.00

    Thanks again guys!!

  8. 83 Avanti steel tire rim 15"

    in 1965-83 Avanti

    Posted

    The wheel would fit Ford, Chrysler, American Motors as well as Studebaker as all used the 4.5" bolt circle. There are some Ford products that used a 5" bolt circle, depending on year and model. GM used different bolt circles.

    As far as value goes that's variable and I'd hesitate to give a guess...it can depend on what make tire and its age plus the wheel width.

    Thanks Gunslinger. I knew it would fit Ford, but didn't know what else. Are you going to St Louis in August? If so I would like to meet you. I will be driving my 83 Avanti

  11. Master cylinder on 83 Avanti

    in 1965-83 Avanti

    Posted

    I recently checked my brake fluid in my 83 Avanti and it was slugs and liquid.

    I cleaned the master cylinder and I noticed on the power brake booster it said to use Dot 5 (silicone) the manual says to use Dot 5.

    The master cylinder cap said to use Dot 3

    Which is correct?

  15. Oil Pan for a 64 AvantiR1

    in 1963-64 Avanti

    Posted

    I'm looking for a oil pan for a 64 AvantiR1. The gaskets leak and there's a dent in the area of the drain plug. Jon Myers was telling me they are hard to find, plus expensive and I'm better off fixing the dent and replacing the gaskets

    Your thoughts out there.

    Thanks

    Steve

  16. Speedo on my R1 64 Avanti

    in 1963-64 Avanti

    Posted

    You may also want to remove the speedometer head from the dash and pry the small brass plug (which is located at the top of the stem, just ahead of the threaded area.) Place a drop or two of ATF into the small hole and then re-install that tiny brass plug.....This procedure can do wonders for a 'nervous' speedometer!...Good luck [/quote)

    Thanks mfg Much appreciated!!

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