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1963 Studebaker Lark

The Lark continued as Studebaker's core compact model during 1963, the year the South Bend plant would close forever.
63S10551
170 CID
Engine
South Bend, Indiana
Plant
Classic Era
Era
No factory image on file
1963 Studebaker Lark

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 63 1963
Engine Code S 170 CID, 6-cylinder (112 HP, Skybolt OHV)
Serial Number 10551 Unit #10551

Basic Information

MakeStudebaker
ModelLark
Year1963
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
Headroom front43.7
Headroom rear41.9
Height55.7
Legroom front39.3
Legroom rear27.5
Length184.0
Nameplate origin1959
Wheelbase109.0
Width71.3

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)