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.
Confidence
75%
259 V8 offered in both Lark and GT Hawk (export markets). More common in Lark.
62VC2437
259 CID
Engine
South Bend, Indiana
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1962 Studebaker Lark (or GT Hawk)
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Code | V | 259 CID, V-8 (180 HP) |
| Year Code | 62 | 1962 |
| Plant Code | US | South Bend, Indiana |
| Serial Number | C2437 | Unit #C2437 |
Basic Information
MakeStudebaker
ModelLark (or GT Hawk)
Year1962
ManufacturerStudebaker
EraMuscle Car 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
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)