1962 Studebaker Lark 2-Door Sedan 3-Speed

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE 

Out of a combination of a lifelong automotive passion and an unyielding desire to support the people of his Alabama community, the Generous Collection was born. Mr. Greg Rusk, a successful business leader in the cardboard industry, with a big heart for helping families and friends in times of need, would regularly pay overly generous fees to acquire an interesting vehicle. After decades of collecting and supporting local automotive enthusiasts, the Rusk family is ready for these vehicles, each with their own story, to write their next chapter back on the road, where they belong. 

The Generous Collection debuts with Part 1 offering over 200 cars in October, all offered without reserve, emerging from years of long-term silent storage. Many additional lots will be offered in the coming months. From the quiet shadows of the Generous Collection to the sunshine of backroads and highways, enthusiasts now have the opportunity to own a piece of a generous car-collecting legacy. 

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The 1962 Studebaker Lark marked a pivotal year for the South Bend automaker as it sought to remain competitive in the compact car market. Introduced in 1959, the Lark had initially been a success, offering a smaller, more economical alternative to the Big Three’s full-size cars. By 1962, however, competition from the Ford Falcon, Chevrolet Corvair, and Plymouth Valiant had intensified, prompting Studebaker to refresh the Lark’s styling and engineering. 

The 1962 Lark featured a more squared-off, modern appearance with a redesigned grille and cleaner lines, courtesy of stylist Brooks Stevens. Under the hood, Studebaker offered a range of engines, including the reliable 170 cubic-inch inline-six and the more powerful 259 and 289 cu-in V8s. 

Despite these improvements, Studebaker’s limited resources and shrinking dealer network hindered its ability to compete. Still, the 1962 Lark demonstrated the company’s resilience and creativity, offering a well-built, distinctive compact car during a challenging era. It remains a symbol of Studebaker’s final push to stay relevant in a rapidly changing automotive landscape. 

Highlights 

• Offered from The Generous Collection 

• Finished in Avante Gold (P-6333) over gold vinyl/patterned cloth upholstery 

• Powered by a 170 cu-in inline-six rated at 90 hp

• Three-speed manual transmission  

• The chassis number (62S42416) decodes as:  

  • 62 – 1962 model year 

  • S – 170 cu-in inline-six engine 

  • 42416 – Sequential production number 

Features 

• Chrome bumpers and trim  

• Quad headlights 

• Wide-view curved windshield and rear window 

• Vent windows 

• Fixed B-pillars  

• Two-spoke steering wheel  

• AM radio 

• 120-mph speedometer with temperature and fuel gauges 

• Gold-painted steel wheels with hubs 

• Goodride Radial SP06 215/70R15 tires 

Known Imperfections 

• While reasonable efforts were made during preparation for the sale, due to the volume of cars in this collection it was not possible to diagnose or detect all imperfections present in the cars. 

• Paint chips 

• Side badges and antenna are missing 

• Residue on front bumper, pitting on rear bumper 

• Wear on steering wheel 

• Rust on gauge bezels and interior door frame 

• Paint imperfections on glove box 

• Interior door handle panel is warped and detaching from door 

• Rear seat upholstery is stained and splitting 

• Rust in trunk 

Included 

• Spare tire 

• Jack 

• Lug wrench

Ownership History 

This 1962 Studebaker Lark Two-Door Sedan is offered from The Generous Collection of no reserve automobiles. 

Additional Notes

A Broad Arrow Auctions Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. Broad Arrow Auctions is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hagerty.  

Contact: Ramsey Potts Phone: 912.508.4096 email: rpotts@hagerty.com

Alabama Sales Tax Notice to Bidders: Because this car is located in Alabama, the selling dealer may be required to collect and remit Alabama state sales taxes of up to 2% of the purchase amount, even if the buyer plans to register the car outside of Alabama, if (a) the buyer is located in AZ, CA, FL, IN, MA, MI, or SC (capped at $500 in SC), and (b) the buyer does not transport the car out of Alabama using a common carrier (e.g., if the buyer drives the car or transports the car out of Alabama on a personal trailer). Additionally, the selling dealer may be required to collect and remit Alabama county or city taxes from buyers located outside of Alabama, if (a) the buyer does not transport the car out of Alabama using a common carrier (e.g., if the buyer drives or transports the car out of Alabama on a personal trailer), and (b) the buyer fails to provide an executed Drive-Out Certificate for Nonresidents. For additional information, please consult this publication and your own tax advisor regarding sales taxes applicable to cars located in Alabama that are sold to residents of another state.  

Please note that all lots in The Generous Collection are offered after many years of storage, without operation or service, in warehouse facilities. The seller endeavored to provide limited mechanical servicing to bring some cars back to running potential, however, not all cars will be running at time of sale. Because of the extended static display, it must be assumed that all cars will require additional mechanical attention before being driven safely and, in most cases, cleaning to both the interiors and exteriors. All the cars will have imperfections associated with long-term static storage and require extensive sorting to perform best and safely. The burden of determining a car’s status, both mechanical and cosmetic, rests fully on the bidder, prior to bidding and the close of the auction. All lots are sold as is, where is. 

Additionally, due to the location of the collection and limited access to the facility following the close of the auction, all lots must be retrieved while a Hagerty Marketplace representative is onsite beginning Monday, November 3 through Wednesday, November 19. No cars can be retrieved prior to November 3 and any lots remaining after November 19 will be re-located outside in the parking lot for retrieval by their buyers.