Studebaker 2R-16 (1949)
Sale price: US $6,200.00 Make an Offer
| Used |
| “This truck is in fantastic condition for its age, original paint is 8/10 for a 68 year old vehicle. Frame is solid, only one area of rust-out in passenger door pan, pretty minor, glass is original - everything works, doors, locks etc. See pictures.” |
| Year: | 1949 | Mileage: | 41,125 |
| Make: | Studebaker | Transmission: | Manual |
| Model: | 2R-16 | Body Type: | Cab & Chassis |
| Engine: | Commander 6 Flathead | Warranty: | Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty |
| Drive Type: | RWD | Vehicle Title: | Clear |
| Fuel Type: | Gasoline | Exterior Color: | Blue |
| For Sale By: | Private Seller | Interior Color: | Blue |
| Number of Cylinders: | 6 |
Santa Cruz, California, United States
Vehicle description
This 1949 Studebaker 2R-16 1.5 ton truck is in complete original condition. EVERYTHING is here and original. It has a side draft flathead Commander 6 cylinder engine. I bought this truck from an ole timer out in Iowa last spring and have since spent thousands of dollars gathering pieces and having things rebuilt. The truck was primarily used for a county fair out in Iowa, moving stuff around etc. It has a vacuum actuated 2 speed Timkin rear axle and I just had the Hydrovac system completely rebuilt at Vehicles of Victory out in West Virginia. It has a four speed transmission with a rear facing PTO! I have (potentially the very last in America) a brand new in-box OEM Wagner master cylinder from a purveyor in Kansas. The casting for this master cylinder is obsolete and impossible to find for this era of truck. .
Other things I have bought (and go with the truck to winning bidder) in hope of restoring are: Brand new 6v Optima Battery
Brand new laminated front windshield glass
Entire wiring harness
Alternator rebuild kit
Plugs and leads from distributor
Brake cylinders for all wheels
Head, pan, and water pump gaskets
Oil filled ignition coil
Condenser
Carb rebuild kit for Carter BBR1
Shift knob, hood bumpers, oil filter
And lots more odds and ends
I have a copy of the original shop manual for the 2R series trucks as well. The engine has around 41k, is free and rotates smoothly, I have looked at all of the cylinders, nothing major. Small lip at top, some valves replaced. The truck belonged to previous owners father and hasn"t been run since the mid 90"s when he passed away. This truck is not currently running but wouldn"t need much to get there. The owner"s son took great care of it and rotated engine often and kept it in a giant barn for 20 years. The body is in incredible shape for a "49!- ORIGINAL paint looks great, one area of rust out on passenger side floor pan, cab is incredibly clean compared to other trucks on eBay, seriously clean. Everything is operational, like window rollers, locks etc. It shifts through all four gears and wheel bearings are good, steers and rolls with ease. I bought it to completely restore and build a flatbed for a work truck, and I still might if no one is interested in this project. I have Iowa Title, Affidavit and bill of sale. Has been out of the DMV long enough for no fees. Just inspection to verify VIN etc.
I would put money on this being the cleanest "49 Studebaker in original condition in CA.
Asking $6200. I have about $5900 invested as of now, receipts are proof and go with the truck. All put back together with flatbed this truck would sell for $14k easy.
As of right now the engine is partially disassembled, but everything is neatly in boxes ready to be reinstalled, engine block, carb and head remain in bay. Honestly, there are two things needed to get this amazing original truck back on the road, a cooling jacket flush and a reseal (of which I has most all of the seals). The pictures with the front grill and bib removed were taken this weekend (3/19). The pictures of the complete truck were taken over the summer before I started work on it.
I can help load it on a flat bed or what ever you choose, but shipping is up to you. It is for sale locally and reserve the right to end auction at any time. Look at pictures and ask questions, thanks!
Other things I have bought (and go with the truck to winning bidder) in hope of restoring are: Brand new 6v Optima Battery
Brand new laminated front windshield glass
Entire wiring harness
Alternator rebuild kit
Plugs and leads from distributor
Brake cylinders for all wheels
Head, pan, and water pump gaskets
Oil filled ignition coil
Condenser
Carb rebuild kit for Carter BBR1
Shift knob, hood bumpers, oil filter
And lots more odds and ends
I have a copy of the original shop manual for the 2R series trucks as well. The engine has around 41k, is free and rotates smoothly, I have looked at all of the cylinders, nothing major. Small lip at top, some valves replaced. The truck belonged to previous owners father and hasn"t been run since the mid 90"s when he passed away. This truck is not currently running but wouldn"t need much to get there. The owner"s son took great care of it and rotated engine often and kept it in a giant barn for 20 years. The body is in incredible shape for a "49!- ORIGINAL paint looks great, one area of rust out on passenger side floor pan, cab is incredibly clean compared to other trucks on eBay, seriously clean. Everything is operational, like window rollers, locks etc. It shifts through all four gears and wheel bearings are good, steers and rolls with ease. I bought it to completely restore and build a flatbed for a work truck, and I still might if no one is interested in this project. I have Iowa Title, Affidavit and bill of sale. Has been out of the DMV long enough for no fees. Just inspection to verify VIN etc.
I would put money on this being the cleanest "49 Studebaker in original condition in CA.
Asking $6200. I have about $5900 invested as of now, receipts are proof and go with the truck. All put back together with flatbed this truck would sell for $14k easy.
As of right now the engine is partially disassembled, but everything is neatly in boxes ready to be reinstalled, engine block, carb and head remain in bay. Honestly, there are two things needed to get this amazing original truck back on the road, a cooling jacket flush and a reseal (of which I has most all of the seals). The pictures with the front grill and bib removed were taken this weekend (3/19). The pictures of the complete truck were taken over the summer before I started work on it.
I can help load it on a flat bed or what ever you choose, but shipping is up to you. It is for sale locally and reserve the right to end auction at any time. Look at pictures and ask questions, thanks!