[My 1965 Avanti II VIN 0021 4 Spd, A/C]

Looks like you are right. Although it was previously Titled and then sold as "Used", the owners I got it from were told it was NEW and only a Demo. Hard to believe a "Car Salesman" would intentionally deceive a "Buyer". Yuk Yuk. I will update my listings appropriately.  Thanks much. -DG

[My 1965 Avanti II VIN 0021 4 Spd, A/C]

Relisted it until Sunday, Dec 16th, 6PM.

[My 1965 Avanti II VIN 0021 4 Spd, A/C]

Ebay made me relist the car under vehicles. It's there, search for Avanti Survivor on Ebay. On Youtube, search for "Avanti in Baltimore".  There are 3 videos I listed with updates 10-13 minutes long. Dale 443.370.6212

[My 1965 Avanti II VIN 0021 4 Spd, A/C]

FYI - Just listed this car on Ebay with an associated 12.5 minute video on Youtube. Please be kind to me with your comments and questions. I don't need to "GET RID" of this fine car. It won't change my life if it stays or if it goes. It may change yours if it goes.  Thanks again everyone here for your input.  -DG

[Stick Avanti!]

I just acquired RQA 0021. Garage find. One Owner 46K miles, 327 (1962 Built Motor Code TI227R), A/C, PW, PB, PS, Tilt,  4 Spd w/Hurst Shifter and Posi Traction.  Needs restoration and a new owner. Original 1967 Title. Dale 443.370.6212

[I started a thread for my Avanti II recently as a 1967. Help pls]

I recently started a post thread for my Avanti II thinking it was a 1967 (when first Titled) model just to find it was actually built in 1965 based on the early VIN. Also,  the Engine Code Suffix seems to indicate it is a 1962 327  Crate Motor. The body was made with panels and bonding strips. The front is tagged Avanti II but the Steering Wheel Horn Button just says "Avanti" and the top of the rear seat back has the Studebaker "S" symbol. It is a 4 Speed with a Hurst Shifter. Members I have been conversing with suggest that I move the thread to the non Altman group. Any feedback please on if I should and how to move it. PS- Car will be put on Ebay soon with No Reserve and shirt videos on Youtube. Thanks.

[My 1965 Avanti II VIN 0021 4 Spd, A/C]

I do know they were built in South Bend. Just referring to Indiana collectively. Thanks again. 

[My 1965 Avanti II VIN 0021 4 Spd, A/C]

I recently went to the NHRA Nationals in Indy and was very impressed with how clean Indy city was and now I have this  car of Mystery, I am almost tempted to go and try to find anyone there who may have actually worked on these cars during the transition times and get some accurate info. But check this out: my car has a 2" narrow hole in the hood right above the A/C Compressor Pulley. They did such a poor job with early Avanti's and alignment that the pulley rubbed right thru the hood. Also, the rear seat has the Studebaker "S" insignia. I love this stuff. 

[My 1965 Avanti II VIN 0021 4 Spd, A/C]

Like everything associated with Avanti's, NOTHING is normal.

[My 1965 Avanti II VIN 0021 4 Spd, A/C]

Thanks much.

[My 1965 Avanti II VIN 0021 4 Spd, A/C]

Thanks Everyone for your input. I will have the car on Ebay before Christmas with No Reserve. I will also have a short walk around video to include the undercarriage on Youtube. You can just search for "1965 Avanti in Baltimore" to find it. Thanks again. 

[My 1965 Avanti II VIN 0021 4 Spd, A/C]

Found the Engine Code onthe Right Front Block tab: TI227R. Can anyone decipher this for me plz ?

[My 1965 Avanti II VIN 0021 4 Spd, A/C]

From what I hear, and of course info is not guaranteed, having the tag shown above on the right front inside the hood above the wheel well, IT WAS  a Studebaker refitted as one of the first Avanti IIs to become built especially with the 4 Speed, A/C, PW, PB, Tilt Wheel and Posi Traction. The person who contacted me before you somehow knew that number. He has yet to respond back to me. Ahh, the mystery continues.....

[My 1965 Avanti II VIN 0021 4 Spd, A/C]

It does. How did you know that and what does it mean ?

[My 1965 Avanti II VIN 0021 4 Spd, A/C]

Thanks much for your info. Glad to hear that they used the same materials in more than one car. 

[My 1965 Avanti II VIN 0021 4 Spd, A/C]

 I am in Maryland near BWI AIRPORT in Baltimore.  I acquired the car a few months ago from the Estate of the Original Owner. Car had been stored for about 3 decades in a dry, heated attached garage. Interior (except carpet) looks almost new. Everything is OEM Original especially the 327/300 Corvette motor and T10 four speed with Hurst Shifter. I have over 40 years experience in Corvette restoration and motorcycle fabrication. Before I become too attached to the car I will put it for sale on ebay with an unrealistic Buy It Now price just to stimulate the offers. I will be offering it in one of many ways: Asis, with the engine running, as a unrestored "Driver"  or as a Semi-Restored car. Buyer can buy the car and choose me to do some or all of the work. If the bids don't get high enough, I will get it running and just drive it at local Hot Rod meets. I can be reached at 443.370.6212 Dale G.

 

[My 1965 Avanti II VIN 0021 4 Spd, A/C]

I recently acquired a 1965 Built Avanti II which is COMPLETELY  original and has been stored and undriven for about 30 years.  The VIN plate on the door jamb shows Serial No RQA 002I ( Alpha I ).  It's a 327/250HP (Code TI227R),  4 Speed Manual Car with Factory A/C, PW, Tilt Wheel and Posi Traction. Only 46K One OWNER miles.  I have the Original  1967 Title. It will be offered for sale soon on Ebay once I do some needed cleaning and lubrication.  Thanks in advance for any constructive help. I can be reached at 443.370.6212 should anyone have a serious interest in this car before it goes on Ebay. -DG