The first true high-performance ATC is powered by Honda's air-cooled 248cc two-stroke, complete with an engine counterbalancer to reduce vibration. Equipped with a five-speed semiautomatic transmission with an ultra-low First gear, the ATC185 could be equipped with optional Hondaline® front and rear racks and a trailer hitch to convert it into a workhorse. Introduced as Honda's most powerful three-wheeler, the ATC185 sports a new 180cc engine that cranks out twice the muscle of an ATC110. With a larger, 105cc four-stroke engine, a dual-range four-speed transmission, a parking brake and an enclosed drive chain, the more powerful ATC110 proves a popular successor to the venerable ATC90. Features include foot guards, easy-to-operate brakes and a U.S. Honda releases an economical little brother to the popular ATC90 intended for youngsters. *Estimated industry sales from 1970 to August 1999 The 89cc four-stroke single cranks out 7 horsepower and features such extras as a Swivel-Lok™ handlebar for easy loading in a trunk or a station wagon. Honda's first ATV is a three-wheel ATC, or All-Terrain Cycle, originally named the US90 the name was later changed to ATC90. Just a revolutionary off-road vehicle destined to launch a whole new industry that will sell more than 6.5 million machines*. "What Is It?" asks Honda's advertising brochure. The seller states that the battery, radiator, and coolant expansion tank were replaced under current ownership.Featured are a number of milestone models from Honda's legendary ATV lineup. The 289ci Jet-thrust V8 features a Paxton supercharger and was factory rated at 290 horsepower and 303 lb-ft of torque. The five-digit odometer shows 34k miles and is said to have rolled over. The two-spoke steering wheel fronts a tachometer with a 5k-rpm redline accompanied by a 140-mph speedometer, a clock, and auxiliary readouts for coolant temperature, amperage, fuel level, oil pressure, and intake manifold pressure. The factory push-button AM radio remains installed but is not wired. A Blaupunkt Daytona AM/FM cassette stereo is mounted in the glovebox, and additional equipment includes a low-mount rearview mirror, electric windows, and lap belts. Aircraft throttle-inspired climate controls on the center console are joined by overhead switchgear for lighting and fan control. The cabin features front bucket seats and a rear bench that were reupholstered in black vinyl under current ownership. The seller notes that the brake booster was refurbished under current ownership. The car is equipped with power steering along with power-assisted front disc brakes and rear drums. The 15″ steel wheels wear full covers along with 215/70 Hankook Mileage Plus white-line tires, and a spare is stored in the trunk. Further exterior details include round headlights, fender-mounted side mirrors, and a radio antenna. The car wears Studebaker, Avanti, and Supercharged badging as well as chrome bumpers. The fiberglass body left the factory finished in Avanti Red and was repainted under previous ownership. This Avanti R2 is now offered at no reserve with a copy of the production order and a clean Arizona title in the seller’s name. The car was acquired by the seller in June 2022, and subsequent work is said to have involved reupholstering the seats and refurbishing the brake booster along with and replacing the battery and radiator. Power is provided by a supercharged 289ci V8 paired with a three-speed automatic transmission, and additional equipment includes a Twin-Traction differential, 15″ wheels, front disc brakes, power steering, a dual exhaust system, electric windows, and a Blaupunkt AM/FM cassette stereo. This 1963 Studebaker Avanti is one of 1,833 R2 variants produced for the 19 model years and is finished in red over black vinyl upholstery.
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