Studebaker Champion 1950–1952 car dimensions: 5010 mm long, 1775 mm wide and 1597 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,335 kg.
The cabin has a full-width bench seat for three passengers and a simple dash with half-moon speedometer, minor gauges, radio grille, and glovebox. An optional Climatizer provides thermostatically controlled fresh-air heating and defrosting. An optional radio is available. No electronic driver aids are fitted.
The Business Coupé has a large open rear loading bay behind the single bench seat, measuring over six feet long, designed for salesman samples or as sleeper space.
The cabin offers a simple, functional layout with a wide front bench seat adjustable forward and back for legroom, plus three fixed mounting positions set by the dealer. Higher trims use wool or nylon-cord upholstery and carpeting in place of rubber mats. The optional Climatizer provides fresh-air heating and ventilating with thermostatic control, sending warm air under the front seat. Black-light instruments reduce glare at night. The overall feel is spacious up front with a smooth Miracle Ride from the new coil-spring suspension.
18-gallon fuel tank
Champion six delivers strong economy, topping Mobilgas runs near 28 mpg
Hill Holder available at extra cost on Champions
Self-adjusting hydraulic drum brakes standard
Dealer Service Policy includes two free check-ups in warranty period
Nation-wide Studebaker dealer service network
The Champion Business Coupé runs on regular gasoline with an 18-gallon tank. Period economy runs show the 85-hp L-head six as thrifty among full-size cars, often exceeding 25 mpg under careful driving. Overdrive is an extra-cost option that further cuts fuel use at highway speeds.
Servicing centers on the dealer network. The factory warranty covers defective parts with free replacement at any authorized dealer when the Service Policy is presented. Two thorough free check-ups are included during the warranty period. Lubrication charts call for chassis grease at regular mileage points and specific oils for the transmission and differential.
Safety equipment includes four-wheel hydraulic drum brakes that are self-adjusting and self-centering. Stop lights activate with the brake pedal. The optional Hill Holder holds the car on upgrades while the clutch is depressed so the driver can move the right foot to the accelerator. A locked hood protects under-hood components when doors are locked. No formal crash-test ratings appear in the record for this generation.
Keeping the car means following the owner's guide for run-in speeds, oil changes, and seasonal care. Upholstery cleans with vacuum, brush, and approved fabric cleaner. The simple L-head engine and conventional chassis are straightforward for routine work at any Studebaker dealer.
Length 5010 mm, Width 1775 mm, Height 1597 mm, Wheelbase 2870 mm (Champion 1950–1952)
Sources: manufacturer data and published specifications.