1963 Studebaker Avanti

[63Avantiyoungin]

Good evening.

 

My name is Keith and I live in Elizabethtown Pennsylvania. I am in need of your expertise, knowledge and direction.

 

My father-in-law passed away, coming up on two years. He was a true lover of the Studebaker. On his own, he disassembled his 1962 Studebaker Champ. He then fully restored his baby. Prior to his death, he ended up having to sell it.

 

He currently has a 1963 Studebaker Avanti. This was to be his retirement project. He was able to dismantle his car all the way down to the tires. He then restored his vehicle by redoing the frame, cleaning every nut and bolt, having the shell repainted and rebuilding the engine then attaching it back to the frame. He also has all of the original parts. (Restored - Got everything done to Avanti specs, color etc. but needs put together)

 

My mother-in-law is ready to sell his Studebaker that he was not able to put back together. I am looking for an appraiser. Looking for someone who would be honest and give us a fair estimate as to what she could possibly sell this for.

 

Thank for your time.

 

Thanks,

 

Keith

Elizabethtown PA 17022

[Dale Peek]

I had my 63 appraised by Mike Thies down in North Georgia.  I think he did a good thorough job on the appraisal.  I don't know if he would travel all the way up there, but it would be worth contacting him for advise.  I'd trust him to lead you in the right direction.  His contact info:  gaservices62@gmail.com, 770-883-0160. 

Also, I noticed on his card that he is a part of the International Vehicle Appraisers Network - www.I-VAN.org.  I see on the website they have 3 appraisers in PA - maybe one of them can help you out.

Good luck!

Dale

[63Avantiyoungin]

Dale,

Thank you so much for your quick response and valuable information. This is greatly appreciated.

 Keith

[AG-R3]

What would be the serial number ?  ( 63R-???? )

[ronmanfredi]

In disassembled condition, the value of it will only be what someone is willing to pay for it.  I've seen them go for $2500+ depending on the condition of the partial restoration and how much of the car needs to be reassembled.  It might be best to list it on Bring a Trailer along with a LOT of photos and see what an auction will bring.  The more photos, the more receipts for work done that you have, the better your chances are.

[AG-R3]

Why not contact someone in the Keystone Region Chapter.  You's are right in the middle of a lot of Studebaker owners.  I'm sure they would be glad to help...

https://sdc.cornerstonereg.com/Chapter/ViewChapters?loc=PA

 

[63Avantiyoungin]

Awesome information. I’ll try the link you sent to hopefully talk to someone.

 Keith

[64studeavanti]

I bought a 64 Avanti project at an auction a little over a year ago for $4500. R1 with A/C and auto. Engine and transmission supposed to be rebuilt. Came with extras such as new dash pad, rubber kit, etc.