1937 studebaker hearse

[joe renner]

having trouble finding what other model studebaker matches this for parts. So far no site shows the hearse as a model. Am restoring this and need parts Thanks Joe

[TerryB]

Hearses were usually custom built by a separate company different from the chassis company.  Look for a makers tag on the body to identify the company that built the hearse.  Also there is a group called the Professional Car Society that includes members who collect and restore ambulances and hearses.  Good luck! 

[studeboy]

If it is a 1937 studebaker it should be built either on a Dictator/ Commander chassis or a President chassis. If it is a 6 cylinder it is the first type. If it is a straight eight it is a President chassis.

[m-mman]

The body was most likely built by Superior.   They did a lot of Studebakers and even had an arrangement to sell (offer?) them through Studebaker dealers.

The other professional car builders worked only through their own dealers and distributors. But the customer base for professional cars was also small and specialized. 

[8E45E]

Bender also built hearse bodies for Studebaker in those years.  I recommend this book by George Hamlin:  https://www.studebakermuseum.org/store/Studebaker-Professional-Cars

 

Craig

[Professor]

Pictures?

 

On 4/8/2022 at 5:17 PM, joe renner said:

having trouble finding what other model studebaker matches this for parts. So far no site shows the hearse as a model. Am restoring this and need parts Thanks Joe

 

[roadmaster37]

Just restored my 35 Studebaker hearse. Was a fun project, most parts were already there. professional Car Society is also a good reference.