1978 Avanti II
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1978 Avanti II 1978 Avanti II

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MotoeXotica is offering another seldomly seen and rare automobile. This 1978 Avanti II, serial number RGB2772, is a fantastic driver and has been recently been repainted in a beautiful shade of burgundy. This Avanti is one of only 142 cars that were produced in 1978. We have the original window sticker as well as all the original books and records for the car. We have receipts dating all the way back to 1979 when the car went in for its 4000 mile service! Nathan Altman and partner Leo Newman operated a Studebaker dealership in South Bend, Indiana. For Altman, Studebaker's demise was bad enough, losing its most inspired accomplishment was tragic. Altman purchased all rights, equipment, and parts to the Avanti on July 1, 1964. He secured the Avanti assembly plant, all Avanti tooling, body production from Molded Fiberglass, and necessary credit. The engine would be a Chevrolet 327-cu-in. Disc brakes were used at the front, as they were on the 1963 and 1964 Studebakers. The pronounced "rake" of the original was eliminated and wheel openings were tightened. Studebaker had built 20 Avantis a day. Altman built 45 in 1965, 59 in 1966, 66 in 1967, and 100 in 1968. Altman labeled the resurrected car 'Avanti II'. That designation remained until 1983 when Steve Blake took over. Altman ran the business in low-key fashion, producing Avantis until his death in 1975. The Altman family continued to manage the business until 1982. The newer paint is in very good condition but does show some minor spider cracks and nicks. None are major. The car has been repainted recently in an Dark Garnet Red which looks great. The front and rear bumpers are both in excellent condition and have a great shine. Only some minor pitting is present on both. The power sunroof works with no problems. I have driven the car some 50 plus miles and found it to be very road worthy and very responsive. Plenty of acceleration, easy to handle and great braking.

Stock #
2019715
Vin:
2019715
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