The Indianapolis times. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1922-1965, 1932-02-13
y SMART new
CARS OFFERED
BY STUDEBAKER
Free Wheeling Carried to
New Heights in This
Years Models.

New StudebaKer models at the
automobile show this year represent
a far-reaching advance in automo-
tive progress. Having successfully
pioneered the way to a new concep-
ton Of motoring thrill and thrift
with its perfection Of free wheeling,
Studebaker has devoted its entire
research and engineering facilities
to the development of additional
Improvements in performance, safe
ty, comfort and appearance.
Not content to rest on its laurels,
however, Studebaker has carried
its engineering innovation to a new
height of perfection-free wheeling
in all forward speeds plus syn
chronized shifting Representing the
very apex of scientific transmission
development, according to the man
ufacturer.
In addition, the new Studebaker
cars offer other refnements, which
include increased wheelbase, in
creased body dimensions, new con-
vertible body types, safety plate
glass standard throughout, cush-
Toned power, automatic starting, au--
tomato ride control, full automatic
spark control, efficient silencing of
engine, chassis and body, new
"Aircurve" body design and new
empire colors. Prices, ranging
from $840 TO ST 800, are the lowest
in Studebaker history.
Twenty Two Models Offered
Twenty-Five smart new models,
completely redesigned as to appear
ance, are offered on four wheel
loases-the President Eight, the
Commander Eight, the dictator
Eight and the Studebaker Six.
Among these are eight of the new
convertible body types-a sedan and
a roadster on each wheelbase.
In addition, there are five pas
senger Sedans, st. Regis broughamS,
two and four passenger coupeS and
a seVen-p passenger sedan and seven
passenger limousine on the Presi-
dent Eight chassis only. There is
a State or Regal model with extra
equipment for each body type on all
wheelbaseS.
Studebaker's use of safety plate
glass in the windshield and windows
of all models makes this the first
time that any manufacturer in the
medium price field has offered this
vital contribution to safety as stand
ard equipment throughout its line
at no extra cost.
Wheelbases Increased
With the exception of the PreSi-
dent Eight, wheelbases have been
increased. These are 1876 inches in
the President, 125 inches in the
Commander, and lit inches in the
Dictator and 5tudebaker Six.
Bodies are longer, lower, larger,
and wider. Greater rigidity and
stability have been obtained by
mounting the body on the outside of
the chassis frame. Bodies have
been lowered approximately one
inch, yet headroom has been in
creased.
Seats are wider and show an in
crease Cat shoulder leveD of about
IL to az inches in front and 2
inches in the rear.
Another new feature of particular
interest in the new models is auto
matte starting. A turn of the switch
key instantly starts the engine, and
keeps it running
An important new construction to
comfort is automatic ride control.
This feature is the function of an
entirely new type of shock absorber
with which all President and Com
mander Fights are equipped. These
new absorbers are thermostaticall
controlled, and automatically adjust
themselves for maximum riding
comfort regardless of temperature,
speed, or road surface.
Windshields Slope
One of the greatest Improvements
in the new Studebaker line has
been made in appearance. Entirely
new body lines, which sweep back
in a new "aircurve" streamline eff
feet, and sloping windshields melt
into the new roofline which curves
back gracefully to form neatly
nodded rear quarter.
Slipping front doors of exv..-
width and concealed hood latches
add to style. An adjustable visor
hinged to the roof of the drivers
compartment provides protection
from glare when necessary.
Maximum driving safety and
steering ease are assured in the
new cars by an improved cam-and-
lever type steering mechanism,
which provides a marked advance in
responsiveness, ease and steering