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Packard Light Eight Sedan 1938

General description : 1938 Packard Eight Touring Sedan Purchased from the Missoula AutoMuseum Only model year for the Packard Eight Caribbean Blue exterior and tan interior 282 CID L-head inline eight-cylinder engine Selective synchromesh three-speed manual transmission Four-wheel, hydraulic disc brakes, dual, side-mounted spare tire covers, fog lights and a deluxe heater Long and dark blue, it resembles little else on the road today and will get you admiring glances and quick looks wherever you drive it. Mot Xotica Classic Cars is pleased to present this 1938 Packard Eight 5-Passenger Sedan, which was assembled at Packards Detroit, Michigan facility. For 1938, the Packard One Twenty became the Model Eight. This Packard was prominently displayed proudly in the Missoula Auto Museum, where it was also professionally restored.Finished in Caribbean Blue, this cars paint and trim are in overall very good order, with a small blemish on the passenger front door. The glass panels are clear and intact, including the two-piece windshield and split backlight. The cars lights are haze-free and look great, including the single round red reflector on the drivers side rear and the center-mounted brake light on the trunk, a precursor of todays center high-mounted stop lights.This Packard rolls on Commander bias-ply, wide whitewall tires, sized 7.00-16, surrounding factory wheel covers. Tires and wheels are in overall good order, the cars body panels are solid and straight, including the so-called suicide rear doors, and the bumpers are in very good shape. Driver convenience features include four-wheel, hydraulic disc brakes, a pair of amber fog lights perched atop the front bumper and deluxe heater tucked under the dashboard on the passengers side.Under the vee-shaped hood is Packards 282 CID L-head straight eight-cylinder engine with a Stromberg carburetor and five main bearings. Backing up that engine is a selective synchromesh three-speed manual transmission and a 4.36 rear end.Inside, the cars tan bench seats are in very good order, with the back seat offering generous passenger space. The brown carpet looks very good and the tan headliner is borderline immaculate. The gray instrument panel presents a contrast to the interiors earth tones and looks fine overall, however, the speedometers face is very milky. A gray, three-spoke steering wheel faces the driver while the inner door panels match the seats. The mirror glass is in very good order, as is the tall gearshift lever, which was in its final year. This is a radio-delete model.This car introduced theindependent front suspensionto the Packard line. Its so-called "Safe-T-Flex" suspension was anunequal upper and lower A-arm typewith the largest possible lower A-arm composed of two different arms bolted together at a ninety-degree angle. Advantages claimed for the system included superior maintenance ofwheel alignmentfrom the wide spread of the lower A-arm, a permanent fixing of thecaster angle and an increased percentage of the braking force transmitted to the frame through the torque arm.Competition to this Packard in 1938 included Cadillacs companion make, the LaSalle, Chryslers Airstream, Fords Lincoln-Zephyr and the Rolls-Royce 25/30.This car is currently located at our facility in St. Louis, Missouri. Current mileage on the odometer shows 5,998 miles, not believed to be actual. It is sold as is, where is, on a clean and clear, mileage exempt title. GET OUT AND DRIVE!!!Please click here for our YouTube video!VIN: 466569Note: Please see full terms and conditions listed below that pertain to the purchase of any said vehicle, thank you.

1938 Packard Light Eight Sedan is listed for sale on ClassicDigest in Bellevue by Specialty Vehicle Dealers Association Member for Not priced.

 

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Car type : Car Make : Packard Model : Light Eight Model Version : Sedan Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1938 Sub type : Sedan Location : 13710 NE 20th Street Bellevue, WA 98005 Vehicle Registration : Undefined

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About Packard
Packard: A Comprehensive History
Early Years and Foundation:

Founding: The Packard Motor Car Company was established in 1899 in Warren, Ohio, by James Ward Packard, William Doud Packard, and George Lewis Weiss.
Pioneering Luxury: Initially producing high-quality automobiles, Packard became synonymous with luxury, craftsmanship, and engineering excellence.
Notable Achievements and Contributions:

Packard Twin Six: Introduced in 1916, this V12-powered car established Packard as a premier luxury automobile brand.
Model Line Expansion: Packard expanded its lineup with various models, including sedans, coupes, convertibles, and limousines, catering to affluent customers seeking elegance and performance.
Engineering Innovations: The brand introduced several innovations, such as the first use of aluminum pistons, air conditioning, and the Ultramatic automatic transmission.
Ten Historically Significant Models with Technical Specifications:

Packard Twin Six (1916):
Engine: 7.3L V12 engine.
Performance: Around 85 horsepower.
Packard Eight (1930-1938):
Engine: Straight-8 engine with various displacements.
Performance: Ranged from 90 to over 130 horsepower.
Packard Super Eight (1939-1951):
Engine: Straight-8 engine.
Performance: Produced between 130 to 180 horsepower.
Packard One-Twenty (1935-1942):
Engine: Straight-8 engine.
Performance: Approximately 100 to 120 horsepower.
Packard Clipper (1941-1957):
Engine: V8 engine.
Performance: Ranging from 135 to 185 horsepower.
Packard Caribbean (1953-1956):
Engine: V8 engine.
Performance: Varying between 275 to 310 horsepower.
Packard Patrician (1951-1956):
Engine: Inline-8 and V8 engines.
Performance: Ranged from 150 to 180 horsepower.
Packard Hawk (1958):
Engine: V8 engine.
Performance: Produced around 275 horsepower.
Packard Executive (1956-1958):
Engine: V8 engine.
Performance: Varying between 240 to 290 horsepower.
Packard Predictor (1956):
Engine: Concept car showcasing design and technology.
Performance: Prototype model.
Legacy and Influence:
Quality and Elegance: Packard was revered for its exceptional build quality, refined styling, and luxury features, often considered on par with European luxury brands like Mercedes-Benz.
End of Production: The brand faced financial struggles in the 1950s, leading to its merger with Studebaker and eventual discontinuation in the late 1950s, marking the end of an era in American luxury automobiles.
Packard left an enduring legacy in the automotive industry, symbolizing elegance, engineering excellence, and a commitment to luxury that has been admired and respected by car enthusiasts worldwide.
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