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Studebaker was established in 1852 in South Bend, Indiana, and produced cars until 1967.
Studebaker was a long-established builder of vehicles when the automobile industry was in its infancy, widely known for the Conestoga wagons that became iconic elements in America's westward expansion. Self-propelled vehicles became part of the company's enterprises a half-century later, when Studebaker began building electric cars. Although Studebaker also produced gasoline-powered cars during its early years, electrics continued to be a corporate staple through 1912. But the 1913 model year marked a major transition, as Studebaker consolidated its operations in-house, becoming a manufacturer of complete cars.
That same year marked the introduction of Studebaker's Big Six engine, one of the earliest monoblock castings on the market. The 286 cubic-inch Light Six followed in 1914, and by 1920 four-cylinder engines disappeared from the Studebaker lineup. Model designations were based on the three engine options - Light Six, Special Six, and Big Six - with output ratings of 40, 50, and 60 horsepower, respectively.
The 1924 model year was the last for the Light Six engine, which was discontinued in favor of the more powerful versions. Studebaker spiffed up its styling for 1924 with a nickel-plated radiator shell, while pneumatic tires and bumpers became standard features. However, model years weren't always the distinction they are today, and the design of this Light Six actually made its debut in December of 1922 as an all-new model. Production continued only until July 1924, when Studebaker changed its tooling for 1925 production.
The earlier Light Six was renamed in 1924 and thereafter called the Standard Six. These various model iterations were priced from $1,500 to $2,500. After this model year, Studebaker again renamed their cars with the Dictator and President monikers. Though there were a number of body styles to choose from, Studebakers were known as great family cars and were sold as such.
This example is a rare European right-hand drive model and is one of only four known to exist.
Studebaker was a long-established builder of vehicles when the automobile industry was in its infancy, widely known for the Conestoga wagons that became iconic elements in America's westward expansion. Self-propelled vehicles became part of the company's enterprises a half-century later, when Studebaker began building electric cars. Although Studebaker also produced gasoline-powered cars during its early years, electrics continued to be a corporate staple through 1912. But the 1913 model year marked a major transition, as Studebaker consolidated its operations in-house, becoming a manufacturer of complete cars.
That same year marked the introduction of Studebaker's Big Six engine, one of the earliest monoblock castings on the market. The 286 cubic-inch Light Six followed in 1914, and by 1920 four-cylinder engines disappeared from the Studebaker lineup. Model designations were based on the three engine options - Light Six, Special Six, and Big Six - with output ratings of 40, 50, and 60 horsepower, respectively.
The 1924 model year was the last for the Light Six engine, which was discontinued in favor of the more powerful versions. Studebaker spiffed up its styling for 1924 with a nickel-plated radiator shell, while pneumatic tires and bumpers became standard features. However, model years weren't always the distinction they are today, and the design of this Light Six actually made its debut in December of 1922 as an all-new model. Production continued only until July 1924, when Studebaker changed its tooling for 1925 production.
The earlier Light Six was renamed in 1924 and thereafter called the Standard Six. These various model iterations were priced from $1,500 to $2,500. After this model year, Studebaker again renamed their cars with the Dictator and President monikers. Though there were a number of body styles to choose from, Studebakers were known as great family cars and were sold as such.
This example is a rare European right-hand drive model and is one of only four known to exist.
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Recent Sales of the Studebaker Model EU Standard Dictator
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Studebaker Model EU Standard Dictators That Failed To Sell At Auction
1927 Studebaker Model EU Standard Dictator's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
| Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1927 STUDEBAKER DICTATOR SEDAN | 2003 Kruse Auction, Oklahoma City, OK | $10,000 | |||
| 1927 STUDEBAKER DICTATOR COUPE | 2002 Kruse Auction Braunfels, TX | $9,500 | |||
| 1927 STUDEBAKER DICTATOR COUPE | 2002 Kruse Auction Tulsa, OK | $12,500 | |||
| 1927 STUDEBAKER DICTATOR COUPE | 2002 Kruse Auction New Braunfels, TX | $10,400 |
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