1955 Studebaker President Speedster

2dr Hardtop

8-cyl. 259cid/175hp 4bbl

#1 Concours condition#1 Concours
#2 Excellent condition#2 Excellent
#3 Good condition#3 Good

$51,000 CAD*

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#4 Fair condition#4 Fair
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1955-1958 Studebaker President stats
Highest sale
$78,093 CAD
Lowest sale
$5,496 CAD
Most recent sale
$20,698 CAD
Sales
84

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1955 Studebaker President Speedster
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Model overview

Model description

Following Packard’s acquisition of Studebaker in 1954, the President line was added as a new top-of-the-line model for Studebaker, slightly closing the gap between the Studebaker line and the Packard’s mid-priced Clippers. This name had last been used in 1942 for the eight-cylinder Studebakers, which did not return to production after WWII. The President was an excellent addition to the economy Champion and mid-priced Commander lines, and helped Studebaker round out its product lineup.

Studebaker’s 1955 cars most prominently featured a large chrome grille. Under the hood, a 259-cid V-8 with a four-barrel carburetor and dual exhausts provided the car with 185 hp. The new “Passmaster” V-8 was well named, and was available with overdrive transmission or Studebaker Automatic Drive.

A full range of body styles was offered on the President, but the most interesting was the Speedster, which was a sleek and slippery coupe the bore little resemblance to the standard President. The President Speedsters were expensive and well appointed, with virtually all of the company’s optional equipment standard. They were only offered for a single year and remain particularly collectible today.

In 1956, the super-low styling for mainstream Studebaker cars was revamped to look more “important” and more similar to competitors. A taller hood and more squared off decklid and overall styling were adopted for the family cars, along with wrap-around windshields which had debuted half way through 1955.

For 1956, engineers stroked the 259-cid V-8 to 289 cubic inches, and were able to get it to bless the roadway with up to 210 horsepower. This was the year that the engine power overtook the capabilities of the Studebaker Automatic Drive, and thus Borg-Warner supplied stronger but less advanced Ford-O-Matic units to Studebaker. Studebaker also introduced a new sub-series, the upscale President Sky Hawk hardtop coupe, with an above-top-of-the-line separate Golden Hawk line of hardtop coupes added for good measure. These were the “personal cars” that Studebaker CEO James Nance had desired, and they beat the four-seat Ford Thunderbird to market by two years. The 1957 and 1958 cars were carried over, with no real substantive changes except for the addition of dual headlamps, tall tailfins and a very attractive “taller body” two-door hardtop for 1958.

Studebaker Presidents are terrific artifacts of 1950s American motoring, with smart engineering and clever design. Studebakers in general have very good club support, making ownership all the more enjoyable, and parts and maintenance are relatively simple to secure.

Vehicle specifications

  • Shipping Weight3301 lbs
  • Vehicle Length204.5 in
  • Wheelbase - Inches120.5 in
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Common Questions

The value of a 1955 Studebaker President Speedster can vary greatly depending on its condition, mileage, options, and history. Typically, you can expect to pay around $37,800 USD for a 1955 Studebaker President Speedster in good condition with average spec.

The highest selling price of a 1955 Studebaker President Speedster at auction over the last three years was $98,478 CAD. The highest prices are usually reserved for rare or exceptionally well-maintained examples with desirable features or modifications and excellent history.

The lowest selling price of a 1955 Studebaker President Speedster at auction over the last three years was $16,743 CAD. The lowest prices are usually paid for examples that have extensive maintenance needs, differ greatly from their original configuration, or have accident histories or title problems.

In the last three years there have been 9 1955 Studebaker President Speedsters sold at public auction.

The most recent auction sale of a 1955 Studebaker President Speedster was $26,434 CAD on December 07, 2024 by Mecum Auctions.

Many factors can increase a car's value including excellent condition, exceptional originality, a recent restoration, low mileage, unique provenance, desirable options, popular or unique color choices, and excellent maintenance records. Upgrades and modifications that enhance performance or aesthetics can also add value.

Factors that can decrease a car's value include unusually high mileage, poor maintenance history, visible wear and tear, accidents or damage, title issues, and gaps in ownership history. Additionally, less popular color choices and extensive modifications that don't appeal to a broad audience can reduce value.

Mileage plays a significant role in a classic car’s value. Lower mileage usually increases value because it indicates a higher degree of originality, is rarer, and suggests less wear and tear. However, cars with exceptionally low mileage may also have maintenance needs due to lack of use. Whether someone should pay more for a vehicle with lower miles will depend on how they plan on using it, and the vehicle's specific condition.

The value of modified cars differs widely based on the type and quality of modifications. While some modifications can significantly increase value, especially performance enhancements and high-quality custom work, others may not add much or could even detract from the car’s value if they appeal to only a limited audience.

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