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1960 Studebaker Hawk (or Lark)

The 1960 Hawk continued Studebaker's sport coupe tradition with its distinctive long-hood design and 289 V8 power during the Lark's breakthrough year.
Confidence 95%
60P98765
289 CID
Engine
South Bend, Indiana
Plant
Classic Era
Era
No factory image on file
1960 Studebaker Hawk (or Lark)

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 60 1960
Engine Code P 289 CID, V-8 (210 HP)
Serial Number 98765 Unit #98765

Basic Information

MakeStudebaker
ModelHawk (or Lark)
Year1960
ManufacturerStudebaker
EraClassic Era

Engine & Details

Engine289 CID, V-8 (210 HP)
Cylinders8
Displacement289 CID
Horsepower210 HP
Compression Ratio8.5:1
ConfigurationV8
Carburetor2 BC
Assembly PlantSouth Bend, Indiana
Plant CodeUS
Pattern SourceStudebaker

Original Specifications (Matched to: Hawk)

Bodystyle lifespan1953 through 1964
Headroom front36.0
Headroom rear35.3
Height55.5
Legroom front44.0
Legroom rear42.0
Length204.0
Nameplate origin1956
Wheelbase120.5
Width71.3

Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)