A nationwide steel shortage delayed the 1960 Hawk's launch for months -- then a stock model went out and won its class in the Mobil Economy Run at 22.9 mpg.
Lead trim: Hawk 289 cu in V8 (1960–1961)
Studebaker Hawk1960–1961
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FactA nationwide steel shortage delayed the 1960 Hawk's launch for months -- then a stock model went out and won its class in the Mobil Economy Run at 22.9 mpg.
For 1960 the Silver Hawk was simply called the Hawk, largely unchanged externally, with the 289-cubic-inch (4.7 L) V8 last used in 1958 returning as the only engine for U.S. orders in 1960 and 1961 (some six-cylinder and 259 cu in V8 cars went to export markets). A steel strike delayed production until February 1960 as the company focused on the Lark; a production Hawk won its class in the 1960 Mobil Economy Run at 22.9 mpg, and the 1961 finned Hawk saw the limited return of a second beige paint stripe, optional bucket seats and a four-speed Borg-Warner manual (the Corvette's). The Hawk was replaced for 1962 by the Brooks Stevens-restyled Gran Turismo Hawk.
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Trims & Figures
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| Trim | Years | Engine | Power | Torque | 0–60 | Drive | Gearbox | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawk 289 cu in V8 (1960–1961) | 1960–1961 | 4.7 L V8 | — | — | — | RWD | — | — |
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