[62-63 Avanti advice?]

Thanks gentlemen.  Seems what I think of as the "true" Studebaker Avanti does pop up occasionally, in various states of repair.  I have a couple in mind here in New England.  My previous "old car" experiences (see first post above) have taught me how important a knowledgeable person is when I check out a car.  

 

To me, the "Avanti" was the one built by Studebaker in the early 1960s.  Where could I find some comments on the pro's and con's of the later Avanti cars?

 

Thanks.

Tom M.

 

[62-63 Avanti advice?]

Good morning all.

I've been impressed by the Avanti design since I saw my first back in the 1960s.  

What are the warnings you'd give to a neophyte, on evaluating a possible purchase of one of these Studebaker Avantis.

Especially, mechanical issues that might not show up on a short test drive (engine, manual trans, suspension, brakes, exhaust, etc.).

 

And of course, where does the hidden rust usually develop?

 

Thanks.

Tom M.

history: 1974 MGB, 1959 TR3, 1958 Mercedes 220S Hydrak, 1958 Rambler American, 1960 Mercedes 190b (which has quite a story itself).

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