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Introduced in June 1946 as a 1947 model, the Studebaker factory in South Bend, Indiana, was able to beat just about every other major American manufacturer to market with an all-new automobile. They featured new and innovative styling by Raymond Loewy. The cars were lower, wider, and given a redesigned chassis and suspension.
Both 1947 Studebaker models had six-cylinder engines, with the top-of-the-line Commander having the more powerful 94-horsepower version. The Commander Convertible was offered only in Regal DeLuxe trim, with stainless steel windshield trim and rocker panel moldings. Just 1,503 examples were built.
This convertible was formerly part of the Charles Cawley collection. It underwent a 10-year-long restoration, during which the original interior was carefully retained, including the factory red vinyl upholstery and carpets. The body was refinished in the factory color of Tulip Yellow. Options include factory overdrive gear, factory spotlights, an AM radio, a clock, a Heater, DeLuxe hood ornament, front and rear bumper tips, signal lights, and fog lights.By Daniel Vaughan | Dec 2013
Both 1947 Studebaker models had six-cylinder engines, with the top-of-the-line Commander having the more powerful 94-horsepower version. The Commander Convertible was offered only in Regal DeLuxe trim, with stainless steel windshield trim and rocker panel moldings. Just 1,503 examples were built.
This convertible was formerly part of the Charles Cawley collection. It underwent a 10-year-long restoration, during which the original interior was carefully retained, including the factory red vinyl upholstery and carpets. The body was refinished in the factory color of Tulip Yellow. Options include factory overdrive gear, factory spotlights, an AM radio, a clock, a Heater, DeLuxe hood ornament, front and rear bumper tips, signal lights, and fog lights.By Daniel Vaughan | Dec 2013
2013 RM Auction - Hershey
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $25,000-USD $35,000
Sale Price :
USD $38,500
1947 Studebaker Commander Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Studebaker Commander
(Data based on Model Year 1947 sales)
1947 Studebaker Regal Deluxe Convertible (LHD) Sold for USD$10,466 2016 Shannons - Melbourne Summer Classic | |
1947 Studebaker Commander Regal Deluxe Convertible Sold for USD$36,300 2014 Auctions America - Ft Lauderdale | |
1947 Studebaker Commander Regal DeLuxe Convertible Chassis#: 4280834 Sold for USD$38,500 2013 RM Auction - Hershey | |
1947 Studebaker Commander Six Coupe Chassis#: 4272502 Sold for USD$7,605 2009 Bonhams - Bicentennial Pavilion at Hotel Murano |
Studebaker Commanders That Failed To Sell At Auction
1947 Studebaker Commander's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
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1947 Studebaker Commander Regal Convertible | 2017 Collector Car Toronto Spring Classic | $42,500 | |||
1947 Studebaker Commander Convertible | 2015 Collector Car Productions Toronto Spring Classic Car | $44,000 | |||
1947 STUDEBAKER COMMANDER | 2003 Palm Springs Exotic Car Auction November 2003 | $5,000 |
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