Vintage Vehicle Club
of Australia (1919-1930) Inc.
| Make | Studebaker |
| Year | 1926 |
| Model |
ER Standard Six, Californian Hardtop. |
| Body |
5 Passenger, 4 door Duplex Tourer, 5 Wheel equipped. |
| Engine |
Studebaker 6 cyl. side valve 242 ci (4.0L), 50hp @ 2000rpm |
| Gearbox | 3sp, non-syncro. |
| Diff. Ratio | 4.1:1 |
| Wheelbase | 113" (2870mm) |
| Brakes |
Foot - 2 rear wheel mechanical, external contracting. Hand - Internal on rear wheels. |
| Weight | 2800lb (1273kg) |
| Wheels | Artillery timber spokes, Kelsey. |
| Tyre Size | 525 x 21" |
| Origin | USA |
As found, NSW - 1984.
History of this Vehicle
1926 - 1984
History unknown.
1984 - Today
The vehicle was in completely dismantled, and in woeful condition when purchased, requiring a major remake and rebuild.
The restoration took 10 years, and necessitated all new timber work, new metal panels, and mechanicals with all major work carried out by the owner.
The car is now a very attractive and reliable club car, which is a great testament to the owner's ability, and perseverance.
Chronicle of frustration by the owner.
"To tackle such a worn out piece of s... - 2 engines cooked - totally f..... - 2 heads with at least 6 cracks in each pot - rusted f....... s... - everything I touched was bl.... f..... - and I mean really f..... - had to buy another motor hoping that it was ok to restore. It was, thank God. Someone should have lined me up against the wall and fired."
If you would like to contact the owner of this vehicle, please email to address shown on our Contact Us page, and include this vehicle reference stu24tor4320-1 in your message.
> VVCA Home <