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1928 was a milestone year for the Studebaker Company as they introduced their first eight-cylinder engine. Other big news this year was all-steel bodies and a switch from a vacuum fuel system to an AC mechanical pump.
The eight-cylinder engine featured an inline sidevalve design, five main bearings, and a 4.7 to 1 compression ratio. It produced 100 horsepower, which was ten more than Cadillac's larger V8 unit. The eight-cylinder engine was available in Studebaker's long-wheelbase President model. The President was well appointed, featuring two-tone 28-ounce broadcloth upholstery, an upholstered armrest, Wilton carpets, window moldings, and a walnut-grained dashboard. Standard equipment included an eight-day clock, a dashboard thermometer, and an electric fuel gauge.
This 1928 Studebaker President 7-Passenger State Sedan was offered for sale at the Vintage Motor Cars sale at Hershey, PA, presented by RM Auctions. It was estimated to sell for $5,000 - $10,000 and offered without reserve. The lot was sold for a high bid of $5,500.
It is in rather poor condition after having lived a very long life. There are dents and dings in the fenders, the exterior green paint has many scratches and chips, and the right headlight has a cracked rim. The car is solid and the paint has helped shield it from rust. It has wire wheels and dual sidemounts, and a trunk rack at the rear. The doors close well, although the left rear door has a broken outside handle.
This car is powered by the L-head eight-cylinder engine that displaces 312.5 cubic inches and produces 100 horsepower. There is a three-speed manual transmission and four-wheel mechanical drum brakes. The 131-inch wheelbase is held in place by a solid front axle and a live rear axle, both with semi-elliptic leaf springs. The odometer displays 25,183 miles and was last inspected in 1965 in Pennsylvania.By Daniel Vaughan | Sep 2008
The eight-cylinder engine featured an inline sidevalve design, five main bearings, and a 4.7 to 1 compression ratio. It produced 100 horsepower, which was ten more than Cadillac's larger V8 unit. The eight-cylinder engine was available in Studebaker's long-wheelbase President model. The President was well appointed, featuring two-tone 28-ounce broadcloth upholstery, an upholstered armrest, Wilton carpets, window moldings, and a walnut-grained dashboard. Standard equipment included an eight-day clock, a dashboard thermometer, and an electric fuel gauge.
This 1928 Studebaker President 7-Passenger State Sedan was offered for sale at the Vintage Motor Cars sale at Hershey, PA, presented by RM Auctions. It was estimated to sell for $5,000 - $10,000 and offered without reserve. The lot was sold for a high bid of $5,500.
It is in rather poor condition after having lived a very long life. There are dents and dings in the fenders, the exterior green paint has many scratches and chips, and the right headlight has a cracked rim. The car is solid and the paint has helped shield it from rust. It has wire wheels and dual sidemounts, and a trunk rack at the rear. The doors close well, although the left rear door has a broken outside handle.
This car is powered by the L-head eight-cylinder engine that displaces 312.5 cubic inches and produces 100 horsepower. There is a three-speed manual transmission and four-wheel mechanical drum brakes. The 131-inch wheelbase is held in place by a solid front axle and a live rear axle, both with semi-elliptic leaf springs. The odometer displays 25,183 miles and was last inspected in 1965 in Pennsylvania.By Daniel Vaughan | Sep 2008
2007 Vintage Motor Cars at Hershey
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $5,000-USD $10,000
Sale Price :
USD $5,500
1928 Studebaker President Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Studebaker President
(Data based on Model Year 1928 sales)
1928 Studebaker President FB Five-Passenger State Sedan Chassis#: 7007754 Sold for USD$20,350 2020 RM Sothebys : Open Roads, Fall | |
1928 Studebaker President State Limousine Sold for USD$27,500 2014 WorldWide Auctions - The Houston Classic Motorcar Auction | |
1928 Studebaker Series FB President State Victoria Coupe Sold for USD$29,700 2009 Vintage Motor Cars of Hershey by RM Auctions | |
1928 Studebaker Series FB President Sold for USD$52,800 2008 Vintage Motor Cars of Meadow Brook | |
1928 Studebaker President Sold for USD$5,500 2007 Vintage Motor Cars at Hershey |
Studebaker Presidents That Failed To Sell At Auction
1928 Studebaker President's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
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