I have an original Flying Lady that was on my 645 DC. We always thought that it was on the car when new but can only trace it back to WWII when my uncle bought the car.

Mine has only slight differences with the one picture above, i.e.
- The wheel spokes are much more detailed
- The pins before and after the mounting wedge are shorted
- The Lady's left heel does not touch the base

Hope that this helps. Mine is available if someone is interested.

After looking at my post again I see that my wording was confusing, to say the least. Bill Francis clearly states that the owners consisted of a partnership comprised of Larry and Orville Dopps plus Dick Comstock.

Anyway, delighted to know that the car is in good shape and is well preserved.

Although I have not seen the article in Hemmings, I was instantly reminded of the fascinating piece about The Request written by Bill Francis in the April 1977 issue of "Car Classics" wherein he describes buying the car and restoring it. I had not been familiar with the car and I assume it is still enjoyed.

Shinyhubcap Peter Hartmann would have more credulity if he knew his Packard history better. The Twin Six was not officially introduced and manufactured until 1915 and then as a 1916 model. The design was developed by Chief Engineer Jesse Vincent and transformed the industry as the first production 12 cylinder car.