Series GB. 75 hp, 354 cu. in. L-head inline six-cylinder engine, three-speed manual transmission, semi-floating rear axle, and four-wheel brakes. Wheelbase: 120 in.

• Offered from the collection of Raymond H. Carr

• Possibly the only one of its kind known to exist

• Glidden Tour participant in 2001

Henry and Clem Studebaker established a wagon shop in South Bend, Indiana, in 1852, with a total capital of just $68. Migration to the western territories, the Indian Wars, and orders from settlers and the U.S. Army for covered wagons, brought them great success; the company was grossing $350,000 annually by 1867. Joined later by three more brothers, the company offered its first electric vehicle in 1902 and its first gasoline powered car by 1904.

For 1928, Studebaker marketed three series, the Dictator, the Commander, and the President. Dictators and Commanders used six-cylinder engines, while the top-of-the line Presidents included a straight eight, which was new for 1928. The mid-line and mid-priced GB-Series Commander was new the previous year. Styling included all-steel bodies, integral sun visors, and narrower front door pillars on closed cars. Standard features included a Stewart-Warner speedometer, a hydrostatic gas gauge, a rearview mirror, a stop light, an automatic wiper, a front bumper, rear fender guards, Gabriel shock absorbers, one spare wheel disc, and a tire lock. Regal trimmed models like this one also had engine thermometers, cigar lighters, and seats trimmed in leather.

According to Mr. Carr, this is a great running car, making it an ideal choice for tours, local shows, and events, and it is possibly the only one of its type known to exist. It was restored in the early-1970s, receiving its AACA Senior Award at Hershey in 1973. It is pictured on page 123 of the Crestline Book, Studebaker Cars by James H. Moloney. It was purchased by Mr. Carr in 1998, and he participated with it in the 2001 Glidden Tour. The car remains in very nice condition, a testament to the quality of the work performed some 40 years ago. Painted a striking red with red wheels and a contrasting tan top and interior, and accompanied by a set of side curtains, this Studebaker will certainly make quite an impression wherever it appears.