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1962 Studebaker GT Hawk (or Lark)

The newly-renamed GT Hawk (previously just 'Hawk') featured Brooks Stevens' dramatic Mercedes-inspired grille redesign, transforming the aging body into a sophisticated grand touring coupe.
62P11111
289 CID
Engine
South Bend, Indiana
Plant
Classic Era
Era
No factory image on file
1962 Studebaker GT Hawk (or Lark)

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 62 1962
Engine Code P 289 CID, V-8 (210 HP)
Serial Number 11111 Unit #11111

Basic Information

MakeStudebaker
ModelGT Hawk (or Lark)
Year1962
ManufacturerStudebaker
EraClassic Era

Engine & Details

Engine289 CID, V-8 (210 HP)
Cylinders8
Displacement289 CID
Horsepower210 HP
Compression Ratio8.25:1
ConfigurationV8
Carburetor2 BC
Assembly PlantSouth Bend, Indiana
Plant CodeUS
Pattern SourceStudebaker
Confidence95%

Original Specifications (Matched to: Lark)

Bodystyle lifespan1962 through 1966
Height55.8
Legroom front44.3
Length184.0
Nameplate origin1959
Wheelbase109.0
Width71.3

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)