If you wanted luxury like no other, and to blend with those high social classes back in the 1930s a Packard was the way to go. They were often referred to as the pre-eminent luxury car before World War 2 struck. Owning a Packard even today is a treat and a sure-fire head turner when you are out and about on those leisurely drives. Whilst a convertible is typically a two-door, why not go for a rare bird in the shape of this 4-door convertible 1938 Packard Eight Series 1601 from Pennsylvania? This can be your way of turning back the clock with class and sheer luxury.
Owning a Packard in the 1930s signifies that you meant business. The iconic design features and body lines surely belong on the screens of any Hollywood movie, in black-and-white or Technicolor. This 1938 Packard Eight Series 1601 with its blue exterior really brings out its vintage persona, with that much-sought-after originality. The car rides on the original Packard hubcaps, the rims beneath are wrapped with a set of whitewall tires. The convertible top is reportedly new and tan In color which matches the exterior of the car as well as the tan interior. Everything’s in really great nick overall. The interior of this 1938 Packard eight series 1601 is a lovely throwback to the Thirties and how simplistic a car’s interior was back then. The tan interior perfectly contrasts with the blue exterior of the car. The seats and the rest of the interior are reportedly brand new and even feature seat belts for added safety. A lovely blend of wood and nickel adorns the dashboard, both being in perfect condition with all the nickel being present as well. Nowadays we are accustomed to our smartphones telling us the time but not in this car. You have an analog clock right in front of the passenger which adds a nice vintage touch. You also get a radio installed in the car to play some nice vintage tunes. The current owner states that more than $5,000 has been spent on the car’s interior and trim to have it looking shiny and new.
Packard’s are known for their usage of fairly large engines and this 1938 Packard Eight Series 1601 is no different. Powering the car is the Packard side valve 282ci inline eight with a Stromberg carburetor feeding it. The engine has reportedly been rebuilt. Power is sent to its rear wheels through a 3-speed manual gearbox. You would not have issues with this car’s electricals thanks to a new battery with also a new distributor ensuring the car sparks every time you fire it up. The radiator in the car has also been rebuilt to aid in cooling down this large, lazy engine.
Car Location: Pennsylvania 282ci inline-eight mated 3 Speed Manual 4 Door Convertible Rebuilt Motor New Battery put in New Convertible Top New Interior New Distributor Radio installed Has Receipts for all work done Radiator Rebuilt Trim and Interior work over $5,000
This 1949 Packard Eight Touring Sedan blends classic postwar American luxury with full-size 1970s Cadillac power and comfort. While it retains the elegant “bathtub” styling and stately presence that made Packard a premier marque, it now sits on a 1977 Cadillac DeVille frame and benefits from a 425 cubic-inch Cadillac V8, automatic transmission, and matching differential. The result is a restomod that preserves the vintage aesthetic while offering more modern drivability. Finished in a handsome two-tone maroon and tan combination, this Packard delivers the look of 1949 with the cruising confidence of late-1970s American luxury engineering.
Back in the golden age of motoring, driving a Packard told the world that you were a discerning driver. The company was known for its luxurious offerings. Before the war, they had competed with Cadillac for being known as the pinnacle of American luxury. The Packard name has long stood for quality and luxury, with the company carving out a niche for themselves in the upmarket car game. This 1948 Packard DeLuxe Eight Sedan was part of the Packard lineup during the post-World War II era. The Sedan featured a streamlined design language typical of other luxury sedans of the era. Inside, there was copious space, with rear-seat comfort and luggage capacity two key design factors. Our featured car is powered by a 288ci inline-8 engine and is reported as an all-original example.
If you wanted luxury like no other, and to blend with those high social classes back in the 1930s a Packard was the way to go. They were often referred to as the pre-eminent luxury car before World War 2 struck. Owning a Packard even today is a treat and a sure-fire head turner when you are out and about on those leisurely drives. Whilst a convertible is typically a two-door, why not go for a rare bird in the shape of this 4-door convertible 1938 Packard Eight Series 1601 from Pennsylvania? This can be your way of turning back the clock with class and sheer luxury.
This 1949 Packard Eight Touring Sedan blends classic postwar American luxury with full-size 1970s Cadillac power and comfort. While it retains the elegant “bathtub” styling and stately presence that made Packard a premier marque, it now sits on a 1977 Cadillac DeVille frame and benefits from a 425 cubic-inch Cadillac V8, automatic transmission, and matching differential. The result is a restomod that preserves the vintage aesthetic while offering more modern drivability. Finished in a handsome two-tone maroon and tan combination, this Packard delivers the look of 1949 with the cruising confidence of late-1970s American luxury engineering.
Packard is an American auto brand that you’ve likely never heard of, or if so, in passing. Your parents might know if it though, your grandparents definitely will. That’s because the Packard Motor Company of Detroit, Michigan made cars between 1899 and 1956. They are widely known as the purveyors of the modern steering wheel, air conditioning in cars, and one of the first production 12-cylinder engines! Sad, then, that such an iconic brand died a quiet death in the Fifties, merging with Studebaker by 1953 and quietly disappearing thereafter. One of their last models was the 200, and we have an example for sale today. This 1951 Packard 200 comes from Marietta, Georgia, and has done just 19,000 miles as per what we’ve been told. It’s a fine classic car for those who seek an unusual choice rather than going with the usual suspects from the major brands.
There’s very little that can raise an eyebrow at ECT. After all, we’ve handled the sale of myriad unusual vehicles, including overlanders, ice cream trucks, and even a Batmobile replica. Today, we’ve got a hearse! Say hello to this 1936 Packard Henney Hearse Custom that’s undergone a comprehensive restoration and restomod effort to turn it into what you see today. Built on a 160-inch wheelbase Packard commercial vehicle frame, this stunner has traveled just 9,705 miles on its new engine. Don’t let the little niggle of its former life transporting the eternally resting bother you; a little Google searching will reveal that hearses are ideal for customized vehicles, and as far as we know, no-one has reported being haunted while driving one.
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