Summary

Powered by a fully built 304ci Studebaker V8 engine with Paxton supercharger and custom fuel injection, mated to a 4-speed manual transmission. Features C4 Corvette suspension, 4-wheel disc brakes and a full custom body. One-off build completed in 2023.

Details

This custom 1953 Studebaker Hawk is powered by a fully built 304ci Studebaker V8 engine and 4-speed manual transmission. The engine was performance-built to support the Paxton supercharger and is equipped with hydraulic roller lifters, roller rocker arms, hypereutectic pistons and custom fuel injection. Power is managed through a narrowed C4 Corvette rear end with a matching C4 front axle, supported by coilovers at all four corners. It features 4-wheel power disc brakes, power rack & pinion steering, and a dual exhaust with long-tube headers and Flowmaster mufflers. The body underwent extensive custom fabrication, including a shortened 10-inch wheelbase, modified quarter-panels and a rear hatch sourced from a Nissan 350Z. The roof is from a 2017 Camaro, reshaped to allow a laid-back windshield. Custom bodywork includes dropped front fenders, a custom-fabricated grille with integrated LED lighting, a modified front spoiler, frenched headlamps and 1955 Studebaker taillamps. It rides on 15-inch 5-spoke Radir wheels. The interior features custom orange leather bucket seats with matching door panels, a repurposed Edsel dashboard, custom center console, custom square steering wheel, power windows and a custom sound system. This one-off build was completed in 2023 with over 3,000 hours and more than $250,000 invested.