Here’s an entertaining pitch for the 1963 Lark featuring Hungarian actress and socialite Zsa Zsa Gabor. We’re not sure if any of the glamour rubbed off on Studebaker’s compact sedan, but it’s fun to watch. Continue reading
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Video: Tom Bosley Sells the 1956 Studebaker Line
This old spot features actor Tom Bosley, who later starred in Happy Days and Murder She Wrote, pitching the all-new Studebaker lineup for 1956. It’s lots of fun, watch. Continue reading
Video: Studebaker Introduces Disc Brakes for 1963
In 1963, the story goes, Studebaker was the first American automaker to offer disc brakes on a production car. Or was it? Mac’s Motor City Garage takes a brief look back at an important safety innovation. Continue reading
March 16, 1966: Studebaker’s Final Day
Fifty years ago this week—March 16, 1966—the last Studebaker rolled off the line in Hamilton, Ontario. Here’s a quick look back at the mournful end of a storied automaker. Continue reading
Video: Presenting the Studebaker Avanti
REVISED AND UPDATED — Here’s a great little promotional film from Studebaker introducing the 1963 Avanti. The clip features loads of neat car details and mid-century American charm—enjoy. Continue reading
Video: Step up With the 1962 Studebaker
Can a Studebaker be sexy? You bet, said the carmaker, especially when the Studebaker is a sporty new Lark convertible. In this three-minute promotional clip, the ’62 Lark is touted as the hottest car in town. Watch this. Continue reading
Video: Pitching the 1956 Studebakers
Join us for a two-minute tour of the intriguing Studebaker product lineup for 1956 in this company promotional reel. Continue reading