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Frick Studillac-Style, 365-Powered 1953 Studebaker Champion Regal Starlight Coupe

United States • 16 Apr 2026 • Lot Lot #238257

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AI Listing Summary

This 1953 Studebaker Champion Regal Starlight Coupe is a Studillac-style custom build, featuring a Cadillac 365ci V8 engine, upgraded interior, and front disc brakes. It presents well with a few cosmetic imperfections and is offered with build records and a clean title.

Condition

7

The car is described as being modified in the style of a Frick Studillac, with a custom engine, interior, and brakes. While it has been restored and upgraded, the listing notes slight wear visible in paint, interior, or wheels, suggesting it's in overall solid condition but requires minor reconditioning.

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Automatic

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G1234586

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Odometer:

53,000 miles

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Studillac-Style Customization 365ci Cadillac V8 Dual Edelbrock Carburetors Isky Camshaft Electonic Ignition 700R4 Automatic Transmission Single-Piece Driveshaft Ivory Mist Paint Brown & Beige Vinyl Upholstery Chrome 15" Wire Wheels Knock-Off Style Center Caps Whitewall Tires Front Discs Commander-Sourced Dashboard Rebuilt Gauges
This 1953 Studebaker Champion Regal Starlight two-door coupe was purchased by the current owner in 2010 and was subsequently modified in the style of a Frick Studillac.

Bill Frick Motors retrofitted a Cadillac-sourced 365ci V8 into their “Studillac” and offered a range of other upgrades, including Borrani knock-off wheels, in period.

The owner outfitted the engine in this replica with dual Edelbrock four-barrel carburetors, an Isky camshaft, electronic ignition, and billet brackets and pulleys, and a 700R4 automatic was also retrofitted.

The interior was redone with a Commander dashboard, two-tone upholstery, and restored gauges, and front disc brakes were ...