Studebaker Car Club Of New South Wales

 

 
Year 1924
Model

EL Special Six, Tourer.

Body

5 Passenger, 4 door Tourer,

5 Wheel equipped.

Engine

Studebaker 6 cyl side valve,

289 ci (4.7L)

55hp @ 2000rpm.

Gearbox 3sp, non-syncro.
Diff. Ratio 3.7:1 (4.3:1 std)
Wheelbase 119" (3023mm)
Brakes

Foot - 2 rear wheel mechanical external contracting.

Hand - Internal on rear wheels.

Weight 3234lb (1470 kg)
Wheels Artillery timber spokes.
Tyre Size 500 x 24"
Origin USA
 

1924 Studebaker EL Special Six, Tourer in 1970.

As found, NSW - 1970.

 

1924 Studebaker EL Special Six, Tourer.

 

1924 Studebaker EL Special Six, Tourer.

 

1924 Studebaker EL Special Six, Tourer.

 

1924 Studebaker EL Special Six, Tourer.

 

1924 Studebaker EL Special Six, Tourer.

 

1924 Studebaker EL Special Six, Tourer.

 

1924 Studebaker EL Special Six, Tourer.

 

 

 

History of this Vehicle

 

1924 - 1960

History unknown.

Thought to be owned by doctor on south coast of NSW.

 

1960 - 1970

The owner bought the vehicle for $300 and stored it in a shed on blocks with the wheels off.

1970 - 2011

Vehicle was in completely original condition, although totally worn out when purchased.

The body was painted maroon and the leather upholstery was in poor condition requiring full recondition.

The timber was in good condition and didn't need replacing.

 

The vehicle was fully restored over 3 years with all major work carried out by the owner, and it is a very

reliable club car.

 

2011 - >>>

This vehicle was sold in Nov 2011, to a gent in Mount Hunter, NSW.

 

 


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