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An early production-model Avanti was ready,
despite a UAW strike, by April 1962, for the New York
International Auto Show. It was a sensation. It was
called startling, unconventional, sizzling, elegant, and a
"knock-out." Avanti's looks got it noticed, but
it was its early track record that set it apart from the competition.
Andy Granatelli at Bonneville
shattered 29 U.S. records in 12 hours. Studebakers
(including Avantis) smashed 337 different USAC records in
six classes. Its styling and performance were both exceptional. |
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