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1962 Studebaker Lark (or GT Hawk)

The Lark compact continued as Studebaker's volume leader in 1962, accounting for the majority of production as the company struggled to remain profitable.
62V12345
259 CID
Engine
South Bend, Indiana
Plant
Classic Era
Era
No factory image on file
1962 Studebaker Lark (or GT Hawk)

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 62 1962
Engine Code V 259 CID, V-8 (180 HP)
Serial Number 12345 Unit #12345

Basic Information

MakeStudebaker
ModelLark (or GT Hawk)
Year1962
ManufacturerStudebaker
EraClassic Era

Engine & Details

Engine259 CID, V-8 (180 HP)
Cylinders8
Displacement259 CID
Horsepower180 HP
Compression Ratio8.25:1
ConfigurationV8
Carburetor2 BC
Assembly PlantSouth Bend, Indiana
Plant CodeUS
Pattern SourceStudebaker
Confidence75%

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)