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The name Commander was used throughout most of the Studebaker Companies' existence. It appeared in the 1920s and was used consistently by the company with the exception of a few years, those being 1936 and 1959-1963. The Commander's name had many duties during its existence, with some of those denoting the company's premium model range.
The postwar Studebaker Commander had been the work of Virgil Exner and Raymon Loewy. Its bullet-nosed front end and use of chrome trim gave the vehicle a distinct appearance. Power was from a 233 cubic-inch overhead valve V8 that continued to rise in power as the years progressed. In 1952, the Commander was chosen as the Indianapolis 500 Pace Car.
The 1951 Studebaker Commander State Convertible Coupe, finished in red with a red interior, was offered for sale at the 2006 RM Auction in Monterey, CA, where it was estimated to sell between $40,000-$60,000. It was offered without reserve. Since new, the vehicle has undergone a comprehensive restoration that included work being done to the chrome, paint, and upholstery. On auction day, the car did sell, netting $49,500.By Daniel Vaughan | Dec 2006
The postwar Studebaker Commander had been the work of Virgil Exner and Raymon Loewy. Its bullet-nosed front end and use of chrome trim gave the vehicle a distinct appearance. Power was from a 233 cubic-inch overhead valve V8 that continued to rise in power as the years progressed. In 1952, the Commander was chosen as the Indianapolis 500 Pace Car.
The 1951 Studebaker Commander State Convertible Coupe, finished in red with a red interior, was offered for sale at the 2006 RM Auction in Monterey, CA, where it was estimated to sell between $40,000-$60,000. It was offered without reserve. Since new, the vehicle has undergone a comprehensive restoration that included work being done to the chrome, paint, and upholstery. On auction day, the car did sell, netting $49,500.By Daniel Vaughan | Dec 2006
2006 Monterey Sports & Classic Car Auction
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $40,000-USD $60,000
Sale Price :
USD $49,500
1951 Studebaker Commander Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Studebaker Commander
(Data based on Model Year 1951 sales)
1951 Studebaker Commander Sold for USD$20,900 2022 Mecum : Kansas City | |
1951 STUDEBAKER COMMANDER STARLIGHT Chassis#: 8161415 Sold for USD$12,650 2022 Barrett-Jackson : Houston | |
1951 Studebaker Commander Sold for USD$45,000 2019 Fall Carlisle Auction | |
1951 STUDEBAKER COMMANDER CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: 8192147 Sold for USD$25,300 2019 Worldwide Auctioneers : The Auburn Auction | |
1951 Studebaker Starlight Coupe Chassis#: G-894I47 Sold for USD$16,800 2019 Bonhams : Tupelo Auction | |
1951 Studebaker Commander Sold for USD$17,600 2018 Mecum : Hershey | |
1951 STUDEBAKER STARLITE COUPE Sold for USD$11,288 2017 McCormick's - # 62 | |
1951 Studebaker Commander 2 Door Sold for USD$19,250 2017 Russo & Steele : Scottsdale Az | |
1951 Studebaker Commander Land Cruiser Sold for USD$9,000 2016 GAA : October | |
1951 Studebaker Commander State Convertible Sold for USD$45,650 2016 Auctions America : Auburn Fall | |
1951 STUDEBAKER COMMANDER RACE CAR Sold for USD$44,000 2015 Barrett-Jackson : Reno Tahoe | |
1951 Studebaker Commander State V-8 Convertible Sold for USD$25,850 2013 Auctions America - California | |
1951 Studebaker Commander Convertible Sold for USD$37,500 2013 Mecum Auctions - Kissimmee, FL Auction | |
1951 Studebaker Land Cruiser Sedan Chassis#: 8135387 Sold for USD$13,455 2011 Bonhams - Classic California | |
1951 Studebaker Commander State Convertible Chassis#: 8141747 Sold for USD$30,250 2011 RM Auctions - Concours d'Elegance at St. Johns | |
1951 STUDEBAKER COMMANDER Sold for USD$15,750 2011 McCormicks Auction #50 - Palm Springs CA | |
1951 Studebaker Commander Open Top Sold for USD$11,000 2009 Leake Auctions - Houston - Annual Leake Auto Auction - Reliant Center | |
1951 Studebaker Starlight Street Rod Sold for USD$13,750 2008 Mecum High Performance Auction at Kissimmee, FL | |
1951 Studebaker Land Cruiser Sedan Sold for USD$19,800 2007 Monterey Sports and Classic Car Auction | |
1951 Studebaker Commander State Convertible Sold for USD$49,500 2006 Monterey Sports & Classic Car Auction |
Studebaker Commanders That Failed To Sell At Auction
1951 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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1951 Studebaker Commander Sedan | 8800524 | 2019 McCormick's # 67 | $10,000 | ||
1951 Studebaker Commander Convertible | 2014 Auctions America : California | $27,500 | |||
1951 Studebaker Commander State V-8 Convertible | 2013 Mecum Dan Mecum's 26th Spring Classic | $30,000 | |||
1951 Studebaker Commander State V-8 Convertible | 2013 Mecum : Indianapolis | $30,000 | |||
1951 Studebaker Convertible | 2011 Mecum Auctions Dallas, TX Auction | $50,000 | |||
1951 STUDEBAKER COMMANDER STATE CONVERTIBLE | 2011 Worldwide Auctions The Auburn Auction | ||||
1951 Studebaker Commander Starlight Coupe | 2011 Dana Mecum's Original Spring Classic Auction 24th Year | $20,000 | |||
1951 STUDEBAKER STARLIGHT 3 WINDOW | 2007 Palm Springs Exotic Car Auctions November 18, 2007 | $8,500 | |||
1951 STUDEBAKER STARLIGHT COUPE | 2001 Kruse Auction Dallas, TX | $11,000 |
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