• Entered from the estate of the late Peter Macey • Rare and very desirable Starlight Coupé body • Understood to have been imported into Britain by the vendor in 1958 • Used by the vendor to tow his caravan to several events After entering receivership in 1933, Studebaker made a remarkable recovery, and by the introduction of the Champion in 1939 the company was once again on a firm footing.

The new medium-sized Champion model proved an outstanding success and resumed production after the Second World War.

In May, 1946, Studebaker became the first major American manufacturer to unveil an entirely new post-war range, introducing its 1947 models to widespread acclaim.

Styled under the direction of the legendary designers Raymond Loewy and Virgil Exner, these striking cars featured a sleek, full-width front wing line, lower bonnet profile and, in the case of the Starlight Coupé, an innovative wraparound rear window that offered exceptional visibility.

Studebaker continued to lead the ...