This tradition would continue until the very end, resulting in some of the finest america cars ever built. The 1952 packard 250 convertible coupe was one of packard s firsts in 1952. Find 1949 packard cars for sale on oodle classifieds. Hemmings find of the day 1949 packard deluxe eight. Find 1949 packard cars and vehicles for sale on oodle classifieds. It produces 150 bhp 152 ps112 kw of power at 3600 rpm. This deep maroon 1949 packard standard eight 4 door sedan is a very nice driveanywhere restored classic car. The new austin has fine engineering and big well sprung seats and the engine is remarkably light on fuel. Lowmileage 1949 packard deluxe eight touring sedan for sale on. This 1949 packard 8 club sedan is complete, but in need of a full restoration. Search for specifications find automobile specifications. A restored 1949 packard victoria convertible auto museum online. This is indeed a rare opportunity to own an unrestored original 1949 packard eight series 22 4door sedan. The buick roadmaster is an automobile that was built by buick from 1936 to 1958, and again from 1991 to 1996.
The production of the longwheelbase cars was assigned to henney who built them on a 140 inch wheelbase. Packard was one of the leaders in quality and luxury in the roaring 20s. The following is an interesting true story provided by harold youmans back in 1899 when the first motorized vehicles were starting to appear, a young engineer that had recently graduated from college was fascinated with the new motor cars and wanted desperately to be a part of that industry. The packard eight rides like a cloud thanks to its 3,830 pound weight and 120\ wheelbase that allows it to glide over any road. Packard classic cars for sale classics on autotrader. Packards chief research engineer, forest mcfarland, first began experimenting with torque converters in the midthirties, although serious development of a production automatic transmission didnt begin until 1944. It is powered by a naturally aspirated engine of 5. All packard 22nd custom eight touring sedan versions offered for the year 1949 with complete specs, performance and technical data in the catalogue of cars. Packard was an american luxury automobile marque built by the packard motor car company. Long known in the hobby as william brewsters personal car, this 443. Are you trying to find 1949 packard eight 22nd series values. Numerous cities, including san francisco, gave lucrative taxi licenses aka medallions to returning wwii veterans. Largest, most extensive packard parts inventory in world.
The first packard automobiles were produced in 1899, and the last detroitbuilt packard in 1956, when they built the packard predictor, their last concept car. Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car. It wasnt until 1902 when packard motor car company was officially established, thanks to the help of henry bourne joy and other wealthy investors who were impressed by the reliability of the first vehicles made by james and william. The longwheelbase 147inch clipper sevenpassenger sedan and. Postwar chrysler cabs with competitors by mike sealey. The 288 cid 145 hp straight eight motor and 3 speed manual transmission has been rebuilt. Learn more about 1949 packard deluxe 8 coupe on bring a trailer, the home. Packard produced the station sedan through the 1950 model year in limited quantities. To add another touch of class and to resurrect packards past, nance decides to produce longwheelbase sedans and limousines. It was recently serviced and is ready to drive or show. Classic car models and prices for cars from the forties. Used 1949 packard super 8 deluxe 4 door sedan lwb mileage. Choose mileage and options to get your 1949 packard super 8 deluxe 4 door sedan lwb book value and price. It was the year the company rolled out its first twodoor hardtop, the mayfair, and a convertible.
This packard is a running driving car in good conditio. Displaying 6 total results for classic packard deluxe vehicles for sale. Roadmasters produced between 1936 and 1958 were built on buicks longest nonlimousine wheelbase and shared their basic structure with entrylevel cadillac and, after 1940, senior oldsmobiles. Link your active subscription or subscribe for instant access. The super eight is a rear wheel drive saloon sedan car with a front placed engine, from packard. Packard models classic car database, specifications. The customs were longer and larger than their siblings. Invaluable is the worlds largest marketplace for art, antiques, and collectibles. This powerplant features side valve valve gear, 8 cylinder layout, and 2 valves per cylinder. In 1923 big news for packard was wheelbase and body styling along with several new body choices. Restore your packard with precise, new parts and original.
In the 1920s, packard exported more cars than any other in its price class, and in 1930, sold almost. The super eight line had 327 cubic inch engines throughout the same period, rated at 145 hp for 1948 and 150 hp thereafter. Hemmings find of the day 1949 packard deluxe eight touring sedan. A highlight of the station sedans are their beautifully design split tailgates, an element that would become increasingly popular in later years. A pictorial of packard motor cars through the years. Results include ads from the april, 2020 issue of hemmings motor news. Packard auto restoration parts for your packard 110120. These two particularly attractive models belonged to the 250 series, though more news was being made in packard s boardroom than its showroom that year.
The 1947 packard custom super clipper eight lwb sedan featured here is finished in gorgeous coral blue metallic with an impeccablykept blue interior. The packard clipper is an automobile which was built by the packard motor car company for. Eight 2362 4door sedans would have a 120inch wheelbase. This 1949 packard 8 station sedan is presented in maroon with wood accenting panels and brightwork.
Only 1500 golden anniversary produced in 1949, with little research only 3 known to exist. Join millions of people using oodle to find unique car parts, used trucks, used atvs, and other commercial vehicles for sale. Displaying 1 15 of 206 total results for classic packard vehicles for sale. No such cars had been produced by packard since the 23rd series of 1949.
These cars utilized a 120inch wheelbase for 1948 and 127 inches from 1949 on. The packard eight is a 4 door saloon sedanbodied road car with a front positioned engine driving through the rear wheels. Packard was founded by james ward packard and his brother william and their partner, george lewis weiss in ohio in 1899. This magnificent motorcar is the rare and desirable long wheelbase version and one of only 1,772 built. This packard is a stunning example of the craftsmanship offered by packard towards the end of their luxury car reign and would make a wonderful addition to any car collection or even as a touring sedan. Classics on autotrader has listings for new and used 1949 packard super 8 classics for sale near you. Lhead inline eightcylinder engine, threespeed manual transmission with overdrive, independent coil spring front suspension, live rear axle. According to the owner, he bought the car in virginia and was there until about 8 years ago when the engine seized and the car was moved outside. Join millions of people using oodle to find unique used cars for sale, certified preowned car listings, and new car classifieds. Buy online, view images and see past prices for 1949 packard eight station sedan. Its been owned by the same person for over 30 years. The clipper lineup was aimed at the middleprice field of american. To see ads from the may, 2020 issue, you must be a subscriber to hemmings motor news.
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