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1962 Studebaker Lark

The Lark compact continued as Studebaker's volume leader in 1962, accounting for the majority of production as the company struggled to remain profitable.
62S10551
170 CID
Engine
South Bend, Indiana
Plant
Classic Era
Era
No factory image on file
1962 Studebaker Lark

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 62 1962
Engine Code S 170 CID, 6-cylinder (112 HP, Skybolt OHV)
Serial Number 10551 Unit #10551

Basic Information

MakeStudebaker
ModelLark
Year1962
ManufacturerStudebaker
EraClassic Era

Engine & Details

Engine170 CID, 6-cylinder (112 HP)
Cylinders6
Displacement170 CID
Horsepower112 HP
Compression Ratio8.0:1
ConfigurationInline-6
Carburetor1 BC
Assembly PlantSouth Bend, Indiana
Plant CodeUS
Pattern SourceStudebaker
Confidence95%

Original Specifications

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

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)