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The Studebaker Hawk, introduced as a separate model line in 1956, was already
becoming a classic by 1963. This "family sports car" was redesigned by Brooks
Stevens for the 1962 model year into a pillarless coupe showing a Ford
Thunderbird-like roofline. Subsequently the name was changed to "Gran Turismo" Hawk.
For 1963 Stevens added the new squared grille, round parking lights and pleated-vinyl seats.
The Hawk makeover was one of the best Stevens did in my opinion; it resulted in a
well-balanced and up-to-date looking car with distinctive yet sporty features.
On the inside the Studebaker Hawk was neat and complete. It featured "safety-padded" panels,
bucket seats, sporty round dials in the curved dashboard and a between-seat console
in front. The rear seat accommodated up to three passengers, so it really was a sports
car that could fit a family.
Not only does the GT Hawk look good, it is powerful and capable too.
This top of the line Super Hawk came equipped with the Jet-Thrust R2 supercharged
engine from the Avanti. This 290 hp option pushed the Hawk to a
straight line speed of over 225 kph! And it corners well too.
This Car is one of the last of the "Hawk Line." The R-2 Power Plant in this Car was one
of only 200 Avanti R-2 Powered Cars built. There was a total of 1,767 Hawks built for the
1963 model year, they were all built in South Bend Indiana.
The car's exterior is Blue Mist with a matching blue interior in excellent condition. Options
include Bucket seats, disc brakes, dual exhaust, power steering and tachometer. The engine is
the original supercharged 289CI V-8 with 290 Horsepower. The transmission is a four speed
manual. This is a rare American Sports car, with distinctive looks, sporty features and lots
of Power.
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