1961 Studebaker Lark VIII

• This vehicle is located at our Metro Detroit facility - 3175 Martin Rd, Commerce Twp, MI 48390 •

GR Auto Gallery is pleased to present this restored & rare, one-of-a-kind 1961 Studebaker Lark VIII Convertible for your consideration. This rare convertible is powered by a 259 cubic inch V8 engine paired with a 3-speed manual transmission and a Posi-traction rear end. The vehicle underwent a full frame-off restoration in 2012 and has been meticulously cared for since. In 2013, it received a fresh repaint and a reupholstered interior, giving it a clean, period-correct appearance inside and out. More recently, the transmission and cylinder heads were serviced in 2024, ensuring it runs as well as it looks. Additional highlights include a stainless steel exhaust, powered convertible top, chrome Studebaker hub caps, spacious trunk, full-size spare tire, crank windows, and a retro-style aftermarket stereo. This Lark 8 also comes with a wealth of documentation, including multiple service manuals and a hard drive full of restoration photos. Drive this one out of our showroom or have us assist with shipping it to you anywhere in the United States! Don't hesitate to call us with any questions or for more information.

The 1961 Studebaker Lark was part of Studebaker's innovative approach to compact car design, offering style, power, and practicality during a time when American car buyers were looking for smaller, more economical options. The Lark 8 stood out for its V8 powertrain in a compact body, offering spirited performance uncommon in its class. Its simple, yet elegant styling combined with solid engineering made it a unique competitor to Detroit's Big Three. As one of the few compact convertibles available at the time, the Lark 8 Convertible offered open-air cruising with room for the whole family, cementing its status as a distinctive and desirable collector's piece today.

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