Some more info on the dealership where the last Avanti was sold. Orignally McLaurin Sales & I think changed to Studebaker Jackson in the end. Some R-3 engines were also shipped to Jackson, Miss. Back in late 60's I was talking to a local repair shop owner & he talked about some Stude R-3 engines.The head Stude mechanic at the dealership raced Studes at the local drag strip. He may have used them in his cars. The one time I went to the drags in the late fifties I saw him beat a Chevy with a 53 or 54 Stude & that was after the hood came loose & hit the windshield. John #5534