1956 Studebaker Golden Hawk. 1 Owner 45 Years! Packard V8. SEE VIDEO.

1956 Studebaker Golden Hawk. 1 Owner 45 Years! Packard V8. SEE VIDEO. 1956 Studebaker Golden HawkAbout the best thing to come out of the merger of Studebaker and Packard in 1956 was the Golden Hawk. Blending the Raymond Loewy-designed Hawk body with the powerhouse Packard 352 cubic inch V8 engine creating 275 horsepower and 380 ft. lbs. of torque. the lightweight (3. 60 lb. ) Golden Hawk had rated performance of 0-60mph in 9. 2 seconds. It was truly one of the first muscle cars for the everyman. and would blow the doors off of just about anything else on the highway in 1956. This particular car is #330 of the 601 that were built at Studebaker's Los Angeles plant. The factory order number "X5329" can still be seen crayoned on the firewall. and is confirmed on the production order sheet (See photos). It was shipped on March 9. 1956 to Rasmussen Motors in Portland. Oregon. Sold to a Portland-area buyer. it was purchased by the second owner. a prominent Portland car collector in 1970 and remained with him until his passing last year. The family is now offering it for sale. The car was last driven regularly in 1990. Recently it was removed from storage. All systems were checked. The fuel system was cleaned and the Carter WCBF carburetor was professionally rebuilt. The power brakes were serviced including rebuilt master cylinder. new hoses. front drums and shoes. New battery. The car has been road tested and runs well although it would benefit from a thorough service by a Studebaker mechanic plus new tires and a muffler before extended driving. The Packard V8 runs smooth and strong with no smoke. The mileage of 56. 00 showing on the odometer is believed to be original and correct. Starts easily hot or cold. The Packard Twin Ultramatic transmission shifts smoothly. Power steering operates well. All gauges work. The tachometer and vacuum gauge were previously disconnected. but are present. Radio and heater/defroster work. All options listed on the original production order sheet are still with the car. The driver's seat cushion was previously reupholstered. Otherwise the interior is original. Upholstery has no rips or tears. Original headliner. Driver's exterior door handle button is sticky. Glass is good throughout. All windows operate. Chrome trim is in good original condition. Trunk is solid throughout. Includes spare tire with hubcap. jack and lug wrench. The body is straight and appears accident-free and rust-free. The unique Golden Hawk fiberglass tailfins are in excellent condition. Car was re-painted at some time in the distant past in the original color combination of Snowcap White and Ceramic Green. Paint presents nicely at a distance and would benefit from a cleaning and polish. or repaint for show. There are areas of wear. chips and scratches noted from age and storage. Please see photos. Chrome and stainless are original and in very good condition. This is a rare opportunity to get a two-owner. low-mileage Golden Hawk. Overall. this is a well-preserved car that can be enjoyed now as-is. or taken to the next level. You will likely not see another one at your local car show or cruise-in. A realistic reserve has been placed on this car in keeping with rarity and condition. I expect it to easily meet. and exceed the reserve price. Fully restored. Golden Hawks trade in the $40. 00-$50. 00 range. Please bid accordingly. WE WILL HAPPILY SELL TO BIDDERS WORLDWIDE. Thanks for looking and GOOD LUCK!If the video link below is inactive. please go to: https://youtu. be/sI4mWldF720 We gladly sell to buyers WORLDWIDE. Winning bidder please contact us within 24 hours of auction close. A deposit of $2000 is due via PayPal at that time. Vehicle deposits are non-refundable. per PayPal and eBay policy. Balance due in certified U. S. funds via bank wire transfer within 7 days of auction close. We do not accept overseas bank drafts or cashier's checks. Vehicle has a clear title and is being sold by the owner. with our assistance. Please call David at 503-309-7729 between 9am and 9pm Pacific Time with any questions. Thank you. Shipping is the responsibility of the buyer and not included in the auction price. Vehicle must be picked up within 14 days of payment. unless other arrangements have been made. Note that vehicle will be shipping from the Portland. Oregon area (Northwest coast of the U. S. between Seattle and San Francisco) with easy access to interstate highways (I-5: north-south. and I-84 east). We will gladly assist your carrier with loading. Please ask all questions before bidding. Your personal inspection is invited before the close of the auction. Only you know if the vehicle is right for you. All descriptions are based upon information provided by the seller and our own personal inspection of the vehicle. Obviously. with any collector vehicle there are internal areas that cannot be inspected. but the description is based upon the seller's representations and our observation of the vehicle. For that reason. the vehicle in this listing is being sold "as-is" with no warranties of any kind expressed or implied. Mileage listed is that showing on the odometer and unless otherwise noted. cannot be verified due to the age of the vehicle. Mileage of vehicles over 10 years old is considered "exempt" by the State of Oregon Department of Motor Vehicles. By participating in this auction. the bidder agrees to these terms. Charvet Classic Cars assists sellers (all of whom are my personal friends) to find new appreciative homes for their special vehicles. I personally inspect each vehicle. I take the photographs and videos personally. It allows me to represent the vehicle accurately and answer any questions you may have about it. I have been an eBay seller with 100% positive feedback since 1998. and involved with classic cars for many years. I like these cars as much as you do! If you e-mail or call with questions. you will receive my personal attention and knowledge to help you make an informed decision. State of Oregon Dealer #DA4114. Licensed. Bonded. Insured. Thank you - David Charvet You may e-mail by asking a question through the eBay site. or call David Charvet at 503-309-7729 between 9am and 9pm Pacific Time.