Classic Avanti!

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In the fall of 1963, Studebaker advertised their ‘64 Avanti as “America’s Only Classic Touring Coupe”….. True?

[Dwight FitzSimons]

False.  I was there and I don't recall hearing that advertising line.

--Dwight, powered by Studebaker

[mfg]

2 hours ago, Dwight FitzSimons said:

False.  I was there and I don't recall hearing that advertising line.

--Dwight, powered by Studebaker

You are CORRECT!

Does anyone out there know when Studebaker DID use this phrase?… and on what model?

[brad]

On the 61 Hawks? They even had dash plaques that touted them as "Gran Turismo" limited edition. James Mason, a British actor posed in the ad.

Edited December 13, 2025 by brad

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42 minutes ago, brad said:

On the 61 Hawks? They even had dash plaques that touted them as "Gran Turismo" limited edition. James Mason, a British actor posed in the ad.

Well, you’ve got the right model Stude, but not the right year….. Any other thoughts???…… Had to be between (and including) the ‘56 to ‘64 model years!

[Dwight FitzSimons]

The new 1962 Gran Turismo Hawk?

[mfg]

4 hours ago, Dwight FitzSimons said:

The new 1962 Gran Turismo Hawk?

No, not 1962 Dwight!

[mfg]

Uncle?