Packard Eight 4,7 Touring Sedan aut. 1950
General description :
Packard (formerly Packard Motor Car Company) was an American luxury car company located in Detroit Michigan, The first Packard cars were produced in 1899 and the last Packards were built in South Bend Indiana in 1958, This is a model 2392-5 which is a 4-door Packard Eight Touring Sedan from 1950, The model was produced in the period 1948 to 1950, The engine is a 4.7L 8 cylinder inline engine, Very original car in very good condition, Imported from California to Denmark in 2019, Only one registered owner in Denmark, Feel free to contact us for further information.
1950 Packard Eight 4,7 Touring Sedan aut. is listed for sale on ClassicDigest in Bodalen by CC-Cars for €23000.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Packard Model : Eight Model Version : 4,7 Touring Sedan aut. Engine size : 4.7 Model Year : 1950 Sub type : Station wagon Vehicle Registration : Undefined
23000 €
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About Packard
Packard: A Comprehensive HistoryEarly Years and Foundation:
Founding: The Packard Motor Car Company was established in 1899 in Warren, Ohio, by James Ward Packard, William Doud Packard, and George Lewis Weiss.
Pioneering Luxury: Initially producing high-quality automobiles, Packard became synonymous with luxury, craftsmanship, and engineering excellence.
Notable Achievements and Contributions:
Packard Twin Six: Introduced in 1916, this V12-powered car established Packard as a premier luxury automobile brand.
Model Line Expansion: Packard expanded its lineup with various models, including sedans, coupes, convertibles, and limousines, catering to affluent customers seeking elegance and performance.
Engineering Innovations: The brand introduced several innovations, such as the first use of aluminum pistons, air conditioning, and the Ultramatic automatic transmission.
Ten Historically Significant Models with Technical Specifications:
Packard Twin Six (1916):
Engine: 7.3L V12 engine.
Performance: Around 85 horsepower.
Packard Eight (1930-1938):
Engine: Straight-8 engine with various displacements.
Performance: Ranged from 90 to over 130 horsepower.
Packard Super Eight (1939-1951):
Engine: Straight-8 engine.
Performance: Produced between 130 to 180 horsepower.
Packard One-Twenty (1935-1942):
Engine: Straight-8 engine.
Performance: Approximately 100 to 120 horsepower.
Packard Clipper (1941-1957):
Engine: V8 engine.
Performance: Ranging from 135 to 185 horsepower.
Packard Caribbean (1953-1956):
Engine: V8 engine.
Performance: Varying between 275 to 310 horsepower.
Packard Patrician (1951-1956):
Engine: Inline-8 and V8 engines.
Performance: Ranged from 150 to 180 horsepower.
Packard Hawk (1958):
Engine: V8 engine.
Performance: Produced around 275 horsepower.
Packard Executive (1956-1958):
Engine: V8 engine.
Performance: Varying between 240 to 290 horsepower.
Packard Predictor (1956):
Engine: Concept car showcasing design and technology.
Performance: Prototype model.
Legacy and Influence:
Quality and Elegance: Packard was revered for its exceptional build quality, refined styling, and luxury features, often considered on par with European luxury brands like Mercedes-Benz.
End of Production: The brand faced financial struggles in the 1950s, leading to its merger with Studebaker and eventual discontinuation in the late 1950s, marking the end of an era in American luxury automobiles.
Packard left an enduring legacy in the automotive industry, symbolizing elegance, engineering excellence, and a commitment to luxury that has been admired and respected by car enthusiasts worldwide.