As many of you know, I have been scoping out junkyards and salvage facilities for years, reporting back here on my findings. I have been visiting a yard called Everett’s Auto Parts in Brockton, Mass., for a while now, and… more»
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Faded Glory: 1931 Packard 833 Coupe
The Packard Eight was offered in a number of wheelbases and many body styles. These cars feature a 4 speed fully synchromesh transmission, ride control, a system of dash-adjustable hydraulic shock absorbers, and a very smooth running eight cylinder… more»
Pink & Push Buttons! 1956 Packard 400
By 1956, Packard was struggling for survival. The Four Hundred model, introduced for 1955, received some upgrades that were designed to move it upmarket from the Clipper models but still leave it below the Caribbean. This particular Packard is… more»
Affordable Service Vehicle: 1953 Packard Henney Junior
In 1953 Henney decided to offer a junior model of their senior long wheel base Packard. The Juniors were very limited and were offered only for 1953-1954. A total of 500 were made. This ’53 Packard Henney Junior is… more»
Affordable Cruiser: 1955 Packard Clipper Custom
With a breath taking appearance, this 1955 Packard Clipper Custom is attention grabbing. Being an older restoration, and having low miles this looks to be a nice example of a Clipper. The price grabbed our attention even more so… more»
Living Large: 1940 Packard 120
The brand name Packard brings to mind the large, luxurious V12 powered automobiles of a bygone era. This Packard does not have a V12, but is equally luxurious, and beautiful. The big V12 cars are expensive, and have a… more»
PackardBaker Wagon: 1957 Packard Clipper
Rare and unusual, this 1957 Packard Clipper Station Wagon is in nice condition and appears to have not been repainted. This being a ’57 model means this Packard was built in South Bend, Indiana at the Studebaker plant, and… more»
Life After Death: 1936 Packard Henney Hearse
Packards with Henny bodies were a popular choice for a hearse in the 1930s and 1940s. Barn Finds has featured a few in various states of repair. Here is another one listed on eBay. Bidding is over $8k with a couple of… more»
Tarp Find: 1937 Packard Super 8 Club Sedan
Just look at this old Packard sitting there hoping someone will uncover it and make it go again! Certain cars have certain expressions, and this one looks calm but ready to go to me. I know someone out there… more»
Packard Poseur? 1956 Clipper Super Panama
This big, blue beauty is a 1956 Clipper Super Panama and it’s on eBay with a bid of $4,745. I’m not sure what the significance of that bid amount is, but it must mean something to someone. This car… more»
True Survivor: 1942 Packard 110 Convertible
Packard introduced a line of less expensive 6 cylinder cars in 1937, the Packard 6. They were renamed the 110 for 1940 and 1941. This Packard 110 was owned by the same family since new and appears completely original. It’s being sold by a dealer. He has provided… more»
Clip The Clipper: 1956 Packard Hardtop
Here is one rusted, incomplete Packard Clipper, offered for your perusal. Why? Because this is Barn Finds and it’s not “Trailer Queen Finds.” This is yet another fine specimen for those of us who know how to appreciate real,… more»
First of the Last: 1956 Packard Caribbean #1001
This is one rare car, literally #1! It’s a 1956 Packard Caribbean Convertible #1001 and it’s in Syosset, New York and can be found on eBay with a current bid price of just over $10,000, but the reserve isn’t met. This… more»
60 Year Garage Sale: Classic Yard Cleanout
The ad is pretty simple: “Lots of old cars” is what’s listed here on craigslist in Oregon, where an automotive service shop is closing its doors after 60 years. There’s a wide range of American vehicles available like this Ford Maverick… more»
9,500 Miles! 1955 Packard Clipper Custom Touring Sedan
This low-miles beauty is a 1955 Packard Clipper Custom Touring Sedan and it’s in Deerfield, Illinois and is listed on eBay. The current bid price is $3,150 and there are still four days left to get your bids in… more»
Panama Project: 1955 Packard Clipper Super Panama
I need a bigger garage, like one size bigger than Jay Leno’s garage. Not to mention, a full-time restoration staff; is that too much to ask?! This beautiful 1955 Packard Clipper Super Panama is in Eastlake, Ohio and it… more»