This 1960 Studebaker Lark wagon is a claimed 44k mile example of the marque’s compact family car. With a chassis dating to 1953 and a pre-war engine, these first generation cars were not sophisticated. This one’s said to be very original, wears a handsome color combination and appears to be in quite decent shape. Find it here on Craigslist in Homer Glen, Illinois for $5,675.

Based on the preceding full-size Studebakers, but with cut down overhangs and a shortened wheelbase ahead of the firewall, the Lark retained a very large passenger cabin for its size. Finished in black with red and chrome trim, this wagon shows nicely with the only pictured rust in the spare tire well and lower hatch seal area. All trim appears to be intact, and the easily bent grille looks completely straight.

Able to seat six, the cabin is finished in red vinyl. Though everything looks a bit dusty, upholstery seems to be in fine shape, and painted surfaces do not show any obvious scratches. This low-trim car appears to have rubber matting rather than carpets.

The L-head Champion Six dates to the mid 1930s, and though robust and relatively economical, it was never known to be powerful. This example is backed by a 3- speed transmission with overdrive. The only recent work mentioned is a new battery, new brakes and fresh tires. Running condition is not specifically mentioned, either.

There can’t be many sub-50k mile Lark wagons left, and these cars’ combination of reliability, simplicity and practicality make for relatively low-stress ownership.