Studebaker Land Cruiser

Description

• Manufacturer: Studebaker Corporation
• After World War II, most automakers offered vehicles that were a slight update of boxy prewar designs. In contrast, Studebaker urged its engineers to develop a new, modern look. The result was sleek, bullet-nose styling, adapted from airplane designs that captured the imagination of the American public.
• Approximate cost: $2,000
• The unique grill was called the “bullet nose”

Model Specifications

• Number of cylinders: 6
• Horsepower: 102
• Torque: 140 foot lbs.
• Pneumatic antenna that improved radio reception.
• Featured a “hill holder” brake that prevented the car from rolling backwards while engaging the manual transmission clutch.