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The Studebaker Brothers were wagon makers since the middle of the 195h Century. Located in South Bend, Indiana, they were active in commercial vehicle manufacture long before the introduction of the 'horseless carriage.' Their work earned them a fortune which helped in funding their automotive endeavors - an 'electric' designed by Thomas Alva Edison - in 1902. In late 1903, they built their first gasoline-powered motor car. Their reputation would continue to grow throughout the 1920s with a succession of rugged six-cylinder models. By 1928, the company had introduced an eight.
The 1931 Series 80 President was given styling by Raymond Dietrich, who was working as a design consultant for the model. The cars gained a vee-shaped radiator and matched vee-dip on the front bumper, oval-shaped headlights, and fender lamps. Mechanical features included free-wheeling, ball-bearing spring shackles, carburetor intake silencer, ignition lock, and a variety of other improvements.
In 1931, a nearly-stock President example won the Pikes Peak Hill Climb. Another example led the Indy 500 before slipping on an oil spill. Around 11 new records were achieved at the Muroc Dry Lake, including a flying mile at 91.79mph and averages of 90.35mph for the 100-mile and 1-hour records.
Chassis no. 7033484
This example was termed the 'Four Seasons' Roadster, offering the versatility and sporting connotation of an open two-seater. Factory options include a front bumper, whitewall tires, dual side mounts with covers, Trippe driving lights, trunk rack, and trunk.
The early history of the car is not known; between 1958 and 1983, the car is known to have lived in single ownership in Lancaster, Ohio. It was later sold to Whitney Kerr of Kansas City, Missouri. Shortly after purchasing the car, Mr. Kerr treated it to a total frame-off rebuild at a cost approaching $60,000. Upon completion, it was shown at several CCCA events, including a 98.5 at a Grand Classic meet.
The current owners acquired the car in 1997.By Daniel Vaughan | Jan 2014
The 1931 Series 80 President was given styling by Raymond Dietrich, who was working as a design consultant for the model. The cars gained a vee-shaped radiator and matched vee-dip on the front bumper, oval-shaped headlights, and fender lamps. Mechanical features included free-wheeling, ball-bearing spring shackles, carburetor intake silencer, ignition lock, and a variety of other improvements.
In 1931, a nearly-stock President example won the Pikes Peak Hill Climb. Another example led the Indy 500 before slipping on an oil spill. Around 11 new records were achieved at the Muroc Dry Lake, including a flying mile at 91.79mph and averages of 90.35mph for the 100-mile and 1-hour records.
Chassis no. 7033484
This example was termed the 'Four Seasons' Roadster, offering the versatility and sporting connotation of an open two-seater. Factory options include a front bumper, whitewall tires, dual side mounts with covers, Trippe driving lights, trunk rack, and trunk.
The early history of the car is not known; between 1958 and 1983, the car is known to have lived in single ownership in Lancaster, Ohio. It was later sold to Whitney Kerr of Kansas City, Missouri. Shortly after purchasing the car, Mr. Kerr treated it to a total frame-off rebuild at a cost approaching $60,000. Upon completion, it was shown at several CCCA events, including a 98.5 at a Grand Classic meet.
The current owners acquired the car in 1997.By Daniel Vaughan | Jan 2014
2014 Bonhams - The Scottsdale Auction
Sale Price :
USD $108,900
1931 Studebaker President Series 80 Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Studebaker President Series 80
(Data based on Model Year 1931 sales)
1931 Studebaker President Eight Four Seasons Roadster Chassis#: 7034735 Sold for USD$103,600 2018 RM Sothebys : Scottsdale, Az. | |
1931 STUDEBAKER PRESIDENT FOUR SEASONS ROADSTER Chassis#: 80R951 Sold for USD$212,500 2017 Premier Auction Group | |
1931 Studebaker President Roadster Sold for USD$139,000 2014 Mecum : Indianapolis | |
1931 Studebaker President Model 80 Four Seasons Roadster Chassis#: 7033484 Sold for USD$108,900 2014 Bonhams - The Scottsdale Auction | |
1931 Studebaker President Four Seasons Roadster Sold for USD$133,100 2013 Auctions America - Auburn Fall | |
1931 Studebaker President Eight Four-Seasons Roadster Chassis#: 703XXXX Sold for USD$66,000 2011 RM Auctions - Hershey | |
1931 Studebaker President Series 80 Chassis#: 7037321 Sold for USD$88,000 2009 Vintage Motor Cars of Meadow Brook | |
1931 Studebaker President Series 80 Sold for USD$48,500 2008 Vintage Motor Cars of Meadow Brook | |
1931 Studebaker President Four Seasons Roadster Sold for USD$188,100 2008 Collector Cars of Fort Lauderdale | |
1931 Studebaker President Four Seasons Roadster Sold for USD$115,500 2007 Vintage Motor Car Auction at Meadow Brook Hall | |
1931 Studebaker President Four Seasons Roadster Chassis#: 7032559 Sold for USD$134,750 2007 Vintage Motor Cars in Arizona | |
1931 Studebaker President Four Seasons Roadster Chassis#: 7033515 Sold for USD$132,000 2006 RM Auctions at Meadow Brook | |
1931 Studebaker President Series 80 Chassis#: 7037321 Sold for USD$93,500 2006 RM Auctions at Amelia Island | |
1931 Studebaker President Four Seasons Roadster Chassis#: 7034735 Sold for USD$105,600 2006 Vintage Motor Cars in Arizona | |
1931 Studebaker President Four Seasons Roadster Chassis#: 7035698 Sold for USD$192,500 2004 S. Ray Miller Collection | |
1931 Studebaker President Roadster Sold for USD$156,750 2003 JEM Museum Collection |
Studebaker President Series 80s That Failed To Sell At Auction
1931 Studebaker President Series 80's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
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1931 Studebaker President | 2020 Mecum Auctions : Kissimmee | ||||
1931 Studebaker President Eight Four Seasons Roadster | 7032247 | 2018 RM Sothebys : Fort Lauderdale | $90,000 | $120,000 | |
1931 Studebaker President Four Seasons Roadster | 7034735 | 2017 Bonhams : Quail Lodge | $170,000 | $220,000 | |
1931 Studebaker Roadster | 7031862 | 2013 Mecum Auction Anaheim 2013 | $75,000 | ||
1931 Studebaker President | 2012 Auctions America Fall Carlisle | $32,500 |
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