The 1953 Clipper has power steering and auto transmission.The transmission has been serviced. A classic car dealer had the car and did a lot of repairs. I talked to the guy who bought it, He put 700 miles on it. He thought he would enjoy the hobby, displaying the car at shows etc. He said sitting out in the heat for a car meet was not his idea of fun. I just don't know about service. There are two places near me, 35 miles away, that restore and work on cars from fifties thru the 70's. One has restored one of the classic convertibles and has it for sale on internet.He kept the body but updated engine and drivetrain so its not a real restoration to me. The only Packard I ever had any contact with was 1941 120. Road like a dream and could fly down the road. Another poster thought the auto trans would be a problem but some posters have said their's work great. thanks for your input.

New here.The members make this a wealth of knowledge which I have spent many hours reading. Now I would like your opinions on making a auto purchase. These are my two options. 1953 Clipper Deluxe.59700 miles.Extensive repairs in last 4 years. Orig 2 tone paint.This is a driver, no problems, everything works. Second option, 1948 2262 4dr sedan.15,000 orig miles. Orig Paint,nearly all options were purchased when new. Interior is unbelievable clean.Owner sent pics of slight body damage over the years, very up front.It also has the ElectroMatic trans option. Every thing.works, it is a driver.Owner has taken two 500 mile trips no problems.Both are close in price,but I will have to spend at least $1500 to move the 2262 and I could posssibly drive the clipper home. I know in 1953 Packard was struggling with money and labor strikes. Was the build quailty better in 1948. Some think both models are ugly but I like them both and these are models I could afford. I am no mechanic so I am not looking to spend hours doing that.I just want a auto I can enjoy.I would see each car before a final decision. I look forward to all opinions and advice. Thank you!

New here.The members make this a wealth of knowledge which I have spent many hours reading. Now I would like your opinions on making a auto purchase. These are my two options. 1953 Clipper Deluxe.59700 miles.Extensive repairs in last 4 years. Orig 2 tone paint.This is a driver, no problems, everything works. Second option, 1948 2262 4dr sedan.15,000 orig miles. Orig Paint,nearly all options were purchased when new. Interior is unbelievable clean.Owner sent pics of slight body damage over the years, very up front.It also has the ElectroMatic trans option. Every thing.works, it is a driver.Owner has taken two 500 mile trips no problems.Both are close in price,but I will have to spend at least $1500 to move the 2262 and I could posssibly drive the clipper home. I know in 1953 Packard was struggling with money and labor strikes. Was the build quailty better in 1948. Some think both models are ugly but I like them both and these are models I could afford. I am no mechanic so I am not looking to spend hours doing that.I just want a auto I can enjoy.I would see each car before a final decision. I look forward to all opinions and advice. Thank you!