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LOT 452

1929 Packard Eight 633 Convertible Coupe Coachwork by Packard Chassis no. 236142

Sold for US$80,640 inc. premiumLot to be sold without reserve
Lot 452

1929 Packard Eight 633 Convertible Coupe
Coachwork by Packard

1929 Packard Eight 633 Convertible Coupe
Coachwork by Packard

Chassis no. 236142


319ci Inline 8-Cylinder Engine
90bhp
3-Speed Manual Transmission
Live Axle Suspension with Semi-Elliptical Leaf Springs
4-Wheel Mechanical Drum Brakes

*Beautifully restored and presented
*Handsome coachwork
*Great driving, usable classic


THE PACKARD EIGHT

Packard was not bound by the conventions in the auto industry. It, with great justification, set its own standards both in its automobiles and in the way it presented them.

Packard didn't have model years, that was for the mass market manufacturers hoping to entice car owners to trade up for the newest, if little different, models to keep production lines running. Packard presented its cars in Series, not model years. It created the impression that Packard made changes to its prestigious automobiles only when Packard thought they were important enough to be warranted.

By the late Twenties, however, Packard was making annual changes. They were still presented as new Packard series, but they came annually. It did preserve the illusion, however, by choosing its own introduction dates, usually in summer. That had the advantage of giving the new Packard series a period without competition from other marques' new models. In 1929 for the introduction of the Sixth Series. This would be Packard's most successful year to date up until the great depression. Packard's iconic styling would be fully established in this series and would be a big factor in their sales success.

THE MOTORCAR OFFERED

This is a finely presented example of Packard's smaller but sporty companion to the Super Eight. The vehicle is powered by a healthy straight eight but set in a more-nimble shorter chassis. The handsome convertible coupe bodywork looks particularly good with the full set of disc wheels including twin side-mounted spares. The front end has an optional stone guard an accessory "Pilot Ray" driving lights and the iconic "Sliding boy" mascot.

Purchased by Frank Spain at the 1994 Kruse Scottsdale auction. He was likely attracted to the fine restoration and handsome stance of this jaunty Packard. The Packard has been an admired exhibit at the Museum ever since.

Saleroom notices

Please note that this Packard has a 126.5inch wheelbase and is therefore a Model 626 and not as cataloged.

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