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Packard Twelve Convertible Sedan 1938

Allmän beskrivning : Introduced by Packard for 1932 as the “Twin Six, recalling the first V-12 models of 1915-1923 but soon renamed the “Twelve,” Packard’s V-12 entry into the elite-level, multi-cylinder automobile market of the 1930s ranks among the finest and most collectible motorcar lines of the entire Classic Era®. Carefully and methodically developed throughout its production cycle, Packard’s Twelves were built for special bodywork by the finest custom coachbuilders of the time, supplemented by a wide and versatile array of open and closed, factory-catalogued body styles designed by famed automobile stylist, Ray Dietrich. While graceful, luxurious and built for the wealthiest buyers, Packard’s Twelves were mechanically sophisticated to match and with 175 factory-rated horsepower at just 3,200 RPM, they were, and remain, formidable performers with excellent road manners.


Packard’s Sixteenth Series Twelves were announced in September 1937 and mark the penultimate run of these majestic and powerful motorcars, with only 566 produced in all. Sharing its chassis options with the Super Eight, the Twelve was now offered along a focused, two-model line comprising Model 1607 with a 134-inch wheelbase length and the top-of-the-line Model 1608 offering a generous 139-inch wheelbase.

This lovely flagship 1938 Packard Model 1608 Convertible Sedan features particularly luxurious and versatile Convertible Sedan coachwork offering a beautiful and imposing display of Packard’s renowned combination of grace and quality. Continuing to benefit from a very attractive and well-kept older restoration, it is handsomely finished in Cream, complemented by Burgundy steel wheels, trim rings and bright hub caps, a spacious and inviting Burgundy leather-trimmed interior, and Tan canvas top. Desirable features are numerous, including dual Trippe Safety Lights, dual side-mount spares with metal covers and chrome mirrors, a trunk rack, and Packard’s signature Cormorant radiator mascot. Other welcome comfort and convenience amenities rounding out this luxurious, yet adventurous, 1938 Packard Twelve Convertible Sedan include rear footrests, courtesy lamps, and a retractable glass partition window.

A recognized CCCA Full Classic® automobile, this wonderful 1938 Packard Twelve Model 1608 Convertible Sedan is a great choice for enjoyment with family and friends, plus the wide array of popular CCCA CARavan touring events, where it’s elegant and versatile all-weather coachwork, refinement, and ample power output and torque can be fully appreciated. The driving experience of this Twelve is surprisingly easy, with Packard’s advanced mechanical systems including a vacuum power-assisted clutch and vacuum-boosted hydraulic brakes, with a recent test drive confirming its good running and driving condition, with smooth power delivery. Delivering immense character and presence, it is more than worthy of continued preservation and appreciation, just as it has enjoyed under the prior collector’s ownership.


Offers welcome and trades considered

1938 Packard Twelve Convertible Sedan is listed till salu on ClassicDigest in St. Louis by Hyman Ltd. for $189500.

 

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Karosstyp : Personbil Märke : Packard Modell : Twelve Modellversion : Convertible Sedan Motorvolym : 0.0 Årsmodell : 1938 Karosstyp : Convertible Läge : Missouri Fordon Registrering : Odefinierad

189500 $

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om Packard
Packard: En omfattande historia
Tidiga år och stiftelse:

Grundande: Packard Motor Car Company grundades 1899 i Warren, Ohio, av James Ward Packard, William Doud Packard och George Lewis Weiss.
Pioneering Luxury: Ursprungligen producerade bilkvalitet, Packard blev synonymt med lyx, hantverk och teknisk excellens.
Anmärkningsvärda prestationer och bidrag:

Packard Twin Six: Introducerad 1916, denna V12-driven bil etablerade Packard som ett främsta lyxbilmärke.
Model Line Expansion: Packard utvidgade sin sortiment med olika modeller, inklusive sedans, kuponger, konvertibler och limousiner, som catering till välmående kunder som söker elegans och prestanda.
Tekniska innovationer: Varumärket introducerade flera innovationer, till exempel den första användningen av aluminiumkolvar, luftkonditionering och den ultramatiska automatväxeln.
Tio historiskt betydande modeller med tekniska specifikationer:

Packard Twin Six (1916):
Motor: 7.3L V12 -motor.
Prestanda: Cirka 85 hästkrafter.
Packard åtta (1930-1938):
Motor: Straight-8-motor med olika förskjutningar.
Prestanda: varierade från 90 till över 130 hästkrafter.
Packard Super Eight (1939-1951):
Motor: Straight-8-motor.
Prestanda: Tillverkad mellan 130 till 180 hästkrafter.
Packard One-Twenty (1935-1942):
Motor: Straight-8-motor.
Prestanda: Cirka 100 till 120 hästkrafter.
Packard Clipper (1941-1957):
Motor: V8 -motor.
Prestanda: allt från 135 till 185 hästkrafter.
Packard Caribbean (1953-1956):
Motor: V8 -motor.
Prestanda: varierande mellan 275 till 310 hästkrafter.
Packard Patrician (1951-1956):
Motor: Inline-8- och V8-motorer.
Prestanda: varierade från 150 till 180 hästkrafter.
Packard Hawk (1958):
Motor: V8 -motor.
Prestanda: Tillverkad cirka 275 hästkrafter.
Packard Executive (1956-1958):
Motor: V8 -motor.
Prestanda: varierande mellan 240 till 290 hästkrafter.
Packard Predictor (1956):
Motor: Konceptbil som visar design och teknik.
Prestanda: Prototypmodell.
Arv och inflytande:
Kvalitet och elegans: Packard vördades för sin exceptionella byggkvalitet, raffinerad styling och lyxfunktioner, ofta i nivå med europeiska lyxmärken som Mercedes-Benz.
Slutet på produktionen: Varumärket mötte ekonomiska kampar på 1950 -talet, vilket ledde till dess sammanslagning med Studebaker och eventuellt avbrott i slutet av 1950 -talet, vilket markerade slutet på en era i amerikanska lyxbilar.
Packard lämnade en bestående arv i bilindustrin, symboliserar elegans, teknisk excellens och ett engagemang för lyx som har beundrats och respekterats av bilentusiaster över hela världen.