Packard

Collection Find: 1947 Packard Clipper

While most enthusiasts are happy to park one classic in their garage, others are fortunate enough to accumulate a collection of desirable and historic vehicles. This 1947 Packard Clipper recently emerged from such a collection and is ready to… more»

Gorgeous and Rare: 1953 Packard Caribbean Convertible

There was once a time when driving off the lot in a new Packard signaled to the world that you were a success. That was undoubtedly the case when the Caribbean emerged in 1953. Available in Convertible form until… more»

BF Auction: 1951 Packard Patrician 400

Packard entered 1951 with a range of vehicles representing its first genuine post-war new models. The Patrician 400 Sedan was its “senior” offering, with the company finding homes for 9,001 of these classics during the first production year. The… more»

Runs and Drives! 1948 Packard Super Eight Sedan

Pity poor Packard. From its founding in 1899, it rose to prominence in the 1920s and ’30s making luxury cars for wealthy customers. But the Great Depression dealt it a near-fatal blow, and the rise of Ford and GM… more»

For Parts or Restore? 1955 Packard Caribbean

I am going out on a limb here: I think this seller might want to consider parting out this 1955 Packard Caribbean rather than selling it as is, but let’s see what Barn Finders think. The Packard is advertised… more»

Rare 1954 Packard Patrician Executive Limousine

Even today, Packard’s sad end is fuel for historical analysis, but regardless of the circumstances behind its demise, nobody could argue that Packard knew how to build a limousine. Even in its arguably diluted ’50s form, this big Packard… more»

Reversible Seats: 1956 Packard Caribbean

UPDATE 11/04/2024: We’re no strangers to owners who try repeatedly to sell their beloved classic, as demonstrated by this 1956 Packard Caribbean. We last saw it in April on Facebook Marketplace with an asking price of $45,000. Wind the… more»

Last of the Real Packards:1956 Clipper Touring Sedan

The roots of the Packard Motor Car Co. date back to 1899. For much of its time in business, the company was known for producing high-quality vehicles. However, going into the 1950s, Packard found it increasingly hard to compete… more»

One Of 263: 1956 Packard Caribbean Hardtop

Packard fans have always been proud of their marque, for good reason; therefore, some will call the 1956 model the last “true” Packard, spurning the “Packardbakers” of 1957 and ’58 as exercises in badge engineering. If you subscribe to… more»

One Family Owned for 80 Years! 1934 Packard Eight Five Passenger Sedan

After enjoying many years as a luxury carmaker catering to the wealthiest echelon of American society, Packard fell on hard times during the Great Depression. Other makers were suffering too, but Packard’s singular focus on one market niche hurt… more»

Patina’d Elegance- 1935 Packard 8 Business Sedan

Garaged since 1968, this 1935 Packard 8 Business Sedan is coming to us from Westfield, MA. Oozing with class and elegance, this Packard needs some engine work and a good cleaning. Take home this stately ride for $28,000 or… more»

Partially-Finished Project: 1941 Packard 120 Convertible Sedan

If you’re interested in the rise and fall of the Packard Motor Car Company, there are several good books available with true scholastic discussions of how that august nameplate ended up on a Studebaker body in the end. Some… more»

Original Paint and Interior: 1956 Packard Patrician Sedan

I am fairly certain that almost every Barn Finds reader could compile a list of at least ten American marques that have been consigned to the dusty pages of history books. One of those would be Packard, a company… more»

Rare Drop Top! 1954 Packard Caribbean Project

It seems whenever I find a Packard for sale, it’s either beautifully restored and/or in excellently maintained original condition or…pretty much a wreck. Today’s find, courtesy of T.J., is an in-betweeny, it’s a project but it’s not bad as… more»

Restore or Clean and Enjoy? 1937 Packard 1501 Coupe

You never know what is waiting behind a garage door.  Take for example this 1937 Packard Super Eight 1501 coupe.  Think of the long journey this car has been on for it to end up advertised on Craigslist in… more»

Owned for 56 Years: 1949 Packard Sedan

While many of the cars we feature here at Barn Finds are advertised as a result of a family member passing on and an estate being settled, every once in a while, we see cars being sold, reluctantly, by… more»

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