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1960 Studebaker Hawk (or Lark)

The 1960 Hawk continued Studebaker's sport coupe tradition with its distinctive long-hood design and 289 V8 power during the Lark's breakthrough year.
60P98765
289 CID
Engine
South Bend, Indiana
Plant
Classic Era
Era
No factory image on file
1960 Studebaker Hawk (or Lark)

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 60 1960
Engine Code P 289 CID, V-8 (210 HP)
Serial Number 98765 Unit #98765

Basic Information

MakeStudebaker
ModelHawk (or Lark)
Year1960
ManufacturerStudebaker
EraClassic Era

Engine & Details

Engine289 CID, V-8 (210 HP)
Cylinders8
Displacement289 CID
Horsepower210 HP
Compression Ratio8.5:1
ConfigurationV8
Carburetor2 BC
Assembly PlantSouth Bend, Indiana
Plant CodeUS
Pattern SourceStudebaker
Confidence95%

Original Specifications (Matched to: Hawk)

Bodystyle lifespan1953 through 1964
Headroom front36.0
Headroom rear35.3
Height55.5
Legroom front44.0
Legroom rear42.0
Length204.0
Nameplate origin1956
Wheelbase120.5
Width71.3

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)