Schwinn Sting-Ray, the first years

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Originally Posted by 60sStuff

The Super Deluxe is considered the king of Sting-Rays and the most sought after and expensive.
This S/D model was introduced in July 1964 and lasted till the end of 1966.

This M4 (Nov. 20, 1964) Radiant Sky Blue J36-1 S/D is one of the favorites in my collection.
It’s 100% factory Original paint, screens/decals, seat, chrome and both dated tires.

The cherry on top is the Overdrive 2-speed Automatic rear hub.
This Bendix Overdrive Blueband was a new option at the start of 1965 and designed for the Sting-Ray only.
Just like the automobile, at the end of a year you may see Nov./Dec. models having the next year offerings.
Such is the case with this very late ‘64 S/D having the New ‘65 option Blueband hub.

The model number J36-1 designates Black wall tires (Yellow Oval Slik) and 2-speed Automatic rear hub. The Best of both worlds when it comes to the early Sting-Rays.

Some Great advertising from Bendix used for this rear hub.

How long have you owned this one and when did you start collecting.
The Schwinn by dad bought me in 68/69 was this color with the 3 spd shifter. Do you have any of those?