This auction is for a 1984 one owner Avanti with less than 11,000 original miles. Here's your chance to own an exceptional low mileage, fiberglass bodied automotive icon that has always been garaged and never been in ice or snow. This car has all original components except battery, air conditioning compressor, and upgraded electric radiator fan assembly to replace the flawed factory desgin. This Avanti has factory installed Chevrolet 5 liter V-8 and is equipped the same as exterior of car shown in the factory advertising-Black exterior, Dayton Wire Wheels, Moonroof, but has Red Leather interior, Ricaro Seats, Nardi Leather wrapped steering wheel and Blaupunkt Radio and cassette receiver.

The Avanti was conceived and manufactured by Studebaker as a fiberglass four passenger sports car to bolster the image and sales of Studebaker. The car was the idea of company president Sherwood Egbert and he hired the famous industrial engineer Raymond Loewy to surpervise the design of the car.

When Studebaker closed the US plant, Nate Altman and partner Leo Newman, South Bend Studebaker dealers, saved the car by purchasing the rights, equipment and parts. Production of the Avanti II began in 1965 in port of the fromer Studebaker complex. The business survived for almost 18 years and during that period the car remained relatively unchanged except that it was redesigned to utilize Chevrolet drive components. A group headed by Stephen Blake in 1983 purchased the company and Blake updated the interior, introduced a convertible model, and put Avantis into racing with moderate success. Unfortunately, Blake's ambitious approach forced the frim into bankruptcy shortly after this car was produced. This is one of the last Avanti's with the original frame and body design and one of the last made in the original plant.

Car is not a 100 point show car--it is not without flaws but we consider this an exceptional auto for its age and retains many items only available from a well cared for low miles original.

Known defects include:

• Some nicks and clouding of paint especially on the roof and above the trunk. In the sunlight it is difficult to see these but in some light conditions it is apparent.
• Stress cracks on front fender which is typical on Avanti of this time period.
• Small tear in center of rear seat and a small portion of the passenger seat has been recovered in vinly. Factory provided additional leather matching the interior is included with the car.
• Poor reception on the radio (has been a problem since new)
• Exterior rear view mirror has lost silver on the rear of the glass where it is attached to the mirror body.
• Car does not have a jack
• Power window operation is slow when engine is not running
• By 1984 the size of the spare tire was too large to allow the cover to close
• Other items that might be expected in a 23 year old auto

This is an exceptional find for any car lover. This car has been handled with TLC since the day it was bought. The car is located in Fort Worth TX. Buyer is responsible for delivery of vehicle but we will be glad to assist in any way possible. If you have any questions Ben can be reached M-Th 7:30am to 5:00 pm central time at 817-332-8200. After hours or weekends someone can be reached at 817-313-6916. Please do not hesitate to call with questions or clarification.

$500.00 non-refundable deposit is due within 24 hours of completion of sale with full payment  in cash or cashier's check due within 7 days. Title will be provided upon full payment.