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These are the Packard Pointers Newsletters issues in 1903 Published: 2016-05-02 Views: 407 times | ||
This a list of 1906 - 1923 Packard Motor Numbers and Specifications Published: 2022-01-26 Views: 292 times | ||
The book published by Packard chronicles a families journey across the USA in 1908 in a Packard. The family ended up setting a new transcontinental record in process. Published: 2010-03-26 Views: 683 times | ||
This volumes 1-18 of "The Packard". This was a newsletter produced by Packard. The set (400+ pages) contains a wealth of information, stories and illustrations. Published: 2010-03-26 Views: 625 times | ||
This is 1913 Sheet Music for the song "He'd have to get under- get out and get under" by Bobby North. Featuring a 1913 Packard. Kind of a interesting one-off piece of Music/Packard crossover literature. Neat original piece that is 96 years old. Published: 2009-11-25 Views: 542 times | ||
Newsletter issued in 1916. Interesting read. Published: 2016-05-03 Views: 420 times | ||
This is an internal training book developed by Packard to help train Foremen and Executives at Packard in the different aspects of the General Office and Plant. Published: 2010-03-26 Views: 777 times | ||
This letter dated December 26th, 1924 from the desk of Alvan Macauley and sent to all Distributor and Dealers recaps the end of the year financials for Packard. Published: 2011-01-19 Views: 416 times | ||
This SAE prepared document covers recent development in aircraft engines in 1925 Published: 2016-05-02 Views: 353 times | ||
This is the 1928 Packard 526 and 533 Model Bodies and Specifications Published: 2022-01-26 Views: 340 times | ||
This is a Packard Employee handbook published in 1928, and given to new employees. An interesting glimpse into the Human Resources department at the factory. Published: 2010-07-06 Views: 729 times | ||
This is the 1929 Price List on Packard Approved Accessories. This provides the pricing and the index to the Packard Accessory Catalog Index No. 500. (March 1st, 1929) Published: 2008-02-06 Views: 1271 times | ||
1932 Packard Inner Circle Newsletters Published: 2016-05-02 Views: 486 times | ||
These are the Accessories pages of "Carefully-Planned Appliances Approved by the PACKARD engineering department" and are abstracted from the 1934 Packard Sales Information book. Published: 2008-12-24 Views: 1874 times | ||
This is a small pamphlet that talks about Packard history and the new Packard 120. Published: 2016-05-02 Views: 500 times | ||
This is the 1936 replacement parts catalog for Bendix-Stomberg Carburetors for Packard Automobiles. Published: 2006-05-23 Views: 707 times | ||
This is special issue of Automotive News commemorating the 40th anniversary of the Packard Motor Car Company in 1940. Packard provided hardbound personalized copies, with the dealer or distributor’s name imprinted on the cover of this special issue, for use of their sales and service staff, and for display in their show rooms and customer waiting areas. It is interesting in that there is a good history of the Packard Motor Car Company to that time. Also interesting are the advertisements from vendors to Packard and other businesses in the automobile industry congratulating the company on its accomplishments. Published: 2008-10-09 Views: 1533 times | ||
These are documents pertaining to the order of a specially built 1947 Packard Convertible Sedan by Derham for the President of Lebanon. Published: 2009-06-28 Views: 732 times | ||
These are documents from 1947 in regards to a specially built 1947 Packard Derham Convertible Limo ordered by Gulf Oil as a gift for the Sheik of Kuwait. The documents are letters of correspondence between Gulf Oil, there agents, Packard Dealer, and the Derham. (42 pages) Published: 2009-06-27 Views: 777 times | ||
Here is a Magazine Ad for Packard automobiles from 1950. Published: 2006-06-15 Views: 880 times | ||
This is the January, 1951 Issue of "Packard News" this was the internal Newsletter that was sent out to the dealers, and factory workers. Published: 2008-03-16 Views: 976 times | ||
This is the 1951 Packard Pointers No. 26 issue. This was a newsletter for Packard Salemen. This issue covers the Master Salesmen Club, and how to qualify for it. It also shows the current points standing of Salemen around the country. Published: 2009-02-03 Views: 982 times | ||
The availability of optional equipment wasn't always clear from the showroom literature or even the parts catalog, but it was spelled out for the dealers for the purpose of ordering and pricing vehicles via factory-issued Trade Letters, which are rather hard to come by these days. Published: 2011-09-15 Views: 1043 times | ||
This is a 1953 Dealer Invitation sent out to perspective customer to invite them into the dealership to see the new 1953 model. Published: 2009-01-19 Views: 606 times | ||
That is a combination of materials about a program but together to invite Shareholders into the dealers to view the new 1953 models and features. This includes a Company letter to the dealer explaining the program. A copy of the shareholder invitation brochure, and an invitation card. Published: 2009-02-07 Views: 833 times | ||
The availability of optional equipment wasn't always clear from the showroom literature or even the parts catalog, but it was spelled out for the dealers for the purpose of ordering and pricing vehicles via factory-issued Trade Letters, which are rather hard to come by these days. Published: 2011-09-02 Views: 884 times | ||
This is a scan of the the front and back of a 1954 California DMV Registration card. This was for a 1954 Clipper Super Touring Sedan. It was from Santa Barbara and was bought in November 1954. This was tucked in the front of my 1954 Clipper Owners manual that I bought. Obviously this was not for my car. But perhaps someone out there knows what happened to this car, or its original owner. :D Published: 2006-04-22 Views: 1113 times | ||
Blank (non addressed) Invitation for 'Civic Leaders and Special Guests' to come the 1954 Spring Salon. Published: 2008-04-20 Views: 876 times | ||
This is a very interesting letter from PMCC to all the dealers and salesmen on how to properly demonstrate the Torsion Level suspension that was new for 1955 to customers. Published: 2008-03-10 Views: 867 times | ||
The availability of optional equipment wasn't always clear from the showroom literature or even the parts catalog, but it was spelled out for the dealers for the purpose of ordering and pricing vehicles via factory-issued Trade Letters, which are rather hard to come by these days. To help decode build sheets and production orders and figure out what equipment your car came with as standard and what else was available, optionally, this information has now been summarized in a format similar to what you might have seen in sales brochures in more recent years. Published: 2011-09-02 Views: 1385 times | ||
This is a Road Test article on the 1955 Clipper from the June, 1955 issue of Motor Trend. Published: 2009-02-21 Views: 1123 times | ||
This is an article from the February 1955 issue of Motor Trend that covers the new 1955 Packards. "New Ride, New Look, New Engine" Published: 2009-02-21 Views: 908 times | ||
This is an Article in the September 1955 Popular mechanics with the results of an owners survey on the 1955 Packard, Custom Clipper and Clipper models Published: 2008-10-29 Views: 1239 times | ||
This is SAE Paper 560020 (Number 479) which covering “The New Packard V-8 Engine” and was written by W. E. Schwieder from Packard. This was given at a the: SAE Golden Anniversary Passenger, Car, Body and Material Meeting at the Sheraton_Cadillac Hotel, Detroit, MI on March 1-3, 1955. This cover the history, engineering and mechanics of the new Packard V-8 engine. Published: 2009-04-07 Views: 1560 times | ||
The availability of optional equipment wasn't always clear from the showroom literature or even the parts catalog, but it was spelled out for the dealers for the purpose of ordering and pricing vehicles via factory-issued Trade Letters, which are rather hard to come by these days. To help decode build sheets and production orders and figure out what equipment your car came with as standard and what else was available, optionally, this information has now been summarized in a format similar to what you might have seen in sales brochures in more recent years. Published: 2011-09-02 Views: 1395 times | ||
This is the 1956 Power Pack - Weekly Salesman Training Vol 10-15. Published Weekly by the Packard-Clipper Division Sales Training Department. A compilation of powerful selling ideas and suggestions for building selling power. Published: 2009-01-03 Views: 807 times | ||
These are Shell Service Charts covering Packards from 1957-1941. Contains lube information, tune up replacement part lists, and model identification. Published: 2009-06-20 Views: 2071 times | ||
This is a Special Advertising section in the Sunday, Dec. 8th, 1957 editor of the Los Angeles Examiner. This 16 page insert covers the new Packard, Studebaker and Mercedes-Benz models for 1958. Published: 2009-11-02 Views: 574 times | ||
This is the 2009 PACA (Packard Automobile Club of Australia) National Rally Book. This book was put together to showcase all the Packards that participated in the event. Published: 2009-06-22 Views: 953 times | ||
This is a list of the available Factory Production options and the code for each option for the 24th-25th Series Cars (1951-1952). Published: 2008-01-09 Views: 891 times | ||
This is a list of the available Factory Production options and the code for each option for the 24th-25th Series Cars (1951-1952). Published: 2008-01-09 Views: 1808 times | ||
Have you ever wondered about the compression ratios you would get from mixing & matching heads from 288, 327, 356 & 359? Attached is table with the info first in order by Compression Ratios then by Years/Types. Published: 2011-08-12 Views: 2381 times | ||
Here is an article on the Packard Line for either 53 or 54. Not sure. Published: 2006-04-20 Views: 1060 times | ||
Article from Air Conditioner & Fridge News talking about Packard's new A/C Published: 2017-02-10 Views: 642 times | ||
This is a booklet on Automotive Shop Safety that is applicable to both commercial and home garages. Published: 2010-05-31 Views: 299 times | ||
Brochure produced by the Chicagoland Zone on Packard Privileges Published: 2016-05-02 Views: 622 times | ||
UPDATED 9/4/2013 Here are the complete service instructions for the servicing of a Bijur lubrication system on a 1934 Packard. This was also typical of 1932-1936 system and may be useful for other years. Published: 2013-09-04 Views: 2974 times | ||
A 1940 magazine ad for the Packard Motor Car Company. It goes into how you can get "More car for your money!" with "Prices still further reduced as much as $133 less than a year ago". The model illustrated is a 1940 Packard One-Ten Touring Sedan $975. Published: 2007-02-09 Views: 535 times | ||
Letters issued by West Coast Distributor Earle C. Anthony Dealer to his dealerships. Published: 2020-01-09 Views: 1674 times | ||
The book published by Packard chronicles a motor trips across the interior of Cuba in a Packard. Published: 2010-03-26 Views: 451 times | ||
Article by Alan Macauley, titled "Management's Biggest Job is Building Men" Published: 2017-02-10 Views: 434 times | ||
These are General Letters issues by Packard to Zone and/or Dealers on various issues. Published: 2016-05-14 Views: 2744 times | ||
This is an article for the Auguest 1955 Issue of HotRod Magazine. It covers all the in's and out's of the 1955 Packard V8 motor. Published: 2009-03-11 Views: 998 times | ||
These are Huge Ferry's Personal Notebooks. They contain production values and various bits of company info. Including the combinations to the safes! Published: 2016-04-25 Views: 533 times | ||
Printed in 1933 by the Packard, this is a children's book that was aimed at showing kids the basics of how car's work, and what happens inside the Packard. This is a great piece to have in your collection, and share with the kids and grandkids. Published: 2008-08-09 Views: 448 times | ||
Article written by Alvan Macauley titled "You Can't Compete with Careless Overhead" Published: 2017-02-10 Views: 434 times | ||
Here is the complete Master Motors Builder booklet. This includes the X-24 information previously posted as well as information about other engines that Packard made (boat, tanks, etc). Published: 2007-12-22 Views: 677 times | ||
This is a special reprint of the "Mechanix Illustrated Tests the 52 Packard" that was done for Packard shareholders to invite them into the showrooms to view the 1952 models. Published: 2009-02-11 Views: 739 times | ||
This was a small 4 page salemen pamphlet that includes the New York pricing for the 1938 Packards, as well as selling features and specs. Published: 2009-01-27 Views: 669 times | ||
This is an Owners Service Card for a 1953 2652-2917. Published: 2009-01-19 Views: 458 times | ||
This is a Owner Service card for a 2672-9732. Published: 2009-01-19 Views: 417 times | ||
This is a vintage article about the Packard 24 Cylinder X-Airplane Motor. Published: 2007-12-21 Views: 374 times | ||
This is a set of documents from the Advanced Engineering Division at Packard that was investigating the use of fuel injection on Packard V8 engines. This document provides a rare look at some of the hush-hush R & D that was going on behind the scenes at Packard. Published: 2010-01-18 Views: 715 times | ||
These are Packard Airplane related Patent Filings Published: 2016-07-08 Views: 286 times | ||
These Packard and Studebaker-Packard Annual Corporate Reports were prepared each year for the annual stockholders meeting and distributed to the shareholders. They contains interesting information on both what occurred the previous year and also the some outlooks for the coming year. Some contain wonderful pictures of new models, new plant renderings, etc. Published: 2012-04-19 Views: 3306 times | ||
This is a short document describing the Vehicle Number, Theft Proof Number, and Briggs Body Number. It also describes the format of these numbers and the location of these numbers on the vehicle. Published: 2009-11-19 Views: 960 times | ||
This is a list of carburetor application by model. It is a work in progress and will be edited and updated and information is discovered. Published: 2011-04-20 Views: 3378 times | ||
This is a list of Packard engine serial numbers from 1899-1956. Hopefully this will left to provide not only a reference to those wanting to know if their engine is correct for their model, but also some basic information about all the engine in a quick reference. **UPDATED 2/27/12** Published: 2012-02-27 Views: 12351 times | ||
This guide was put together to help identify Hub Caps and Full Wheel Covers that were used on Packard models. This is a work in progress, so it will be updated as folks are able to give me more pictures and information. (Updated Rev 4) Published: 2010-03-10 Views: 6112 times | ||
This is a chart showing how the model years and series interrelate with one another. I also tried to show the a specific models evolution across the various years and series. I hope you find it usefull. ***UPDATED 11/17/2008*** Published: 2008-11-08 Views: 4673 times | ||
Compiled table of Packard Monoblock Inline 8-Cyl Engine Specifications for 1935-1954. Published: 2009-09-30 Views: 5906 times | ||
The manual was part of Packard Dealer training and covered Parts Management and Merchandising. Thigs such as setting up part displays, inventory and other operations related to the a Dealer's Parts Department are covered. Printed March, 1950. Published: 2007-05-02 Views: 701 times | ||
The is a collection of Packard Patent Filings grouped by initial filing date. Please note that Packard filed for patent many years before those items were used in production in some cases. Published: 2016-07-08 Views: 1761 times | ||
This is the 1951, No. 24 issue of Packard Pointers. This was a newsletter that was send to Packard salesmen to give them "pointers" on how to tell. Published: 2009-01-25 Views: 589 times | ||
These are sample Material Cards that cover upholstery materials, carpet, and roof materials. Published: 2011-01-30 Views: 1338 times | ||
This is the Packard Standard Eight Facts for Models 726-733. I believe that was similar to the Salesmen Fact books or Data Books that were used in the later years. Published: 2009-01-25 Views: 894 times | ||
Packard: The Cormorant, and Goddess of Speed is an article written by Dan Cooper and discusses the various mascots and distinct visual trademarks used by Packard. Published: 2009-02-09 Views: 869 times | ||
The is a series of ads for Packard Marine engines that were found in Yachting magazine between 1947 and 1950. Nice reading for those interesting in Packards Marine Staight Eight engines. Published: 2008-09-04 Views: 847 times | ||
Listing of Body Styles and Models by year as well as number of Cars made; Wheelbase, Bore & Stroke, Horsepower, Price Range & Weight Range. Limited photos of early Packards & Celebrities with Packards. This booklet was created by Neil Anderson. Published: 2009-08-27 Views: 3596 times | ||
This is a booklet on Preventive Maintenance and Restoration Tips applicable to Packards and vintage vehicle. Published: 2010-05-31 Views: 419 times | ||
This is an article by David H. Ross that appeared in the June 1976 issues of Car Classics about Raymond Dietrich. Published: 2009-11-27 Views: 507 times | ||
Published in Aug. 1927, this is a record of Packard Motor Cars manufactured since 1905 (1905 - 1927), showing Motor Number, Vehicle Number, Horse Power, Bore and Stroke, Number of Cylinders, Type of Body, Seating Capacity, and Shipping Weight. Published: 2010-04-01 Views: 896 times | ||
Published in Aug. 1929, this is a record of Packard Motor Cars manufactured since 1905 (1905 - 1929), showing Motor Number, Vehicle Number, Horse Power, Bore and Stroke, Number of Cylinders, Type of Body, Seating Capacity, and Shipping Weight. Published: 2010-04-02 Views: 1300 times | ||
Published in Aug. 1930, this is a record of Packard Motor Cars manufactured since 1905 (1905 - 1930), showing Motor Number, Vehicle Number, Horse Power, Bore and Stroke, Number of Cylinders, Type of Body, Seating Capacity, and Shipping Weight. Published: 2010-04-02 Views: 1603 times | ||
Here is a roadtest by a British publication of a right-hand drive V8 Packard. The V8 cars were converted to RHD by Leonard Williams, the London Packard dealer. From 1939 thru 1954 the RHD cars were assembled at Detroit; before that by Packard Canada starting in 1933 I believe. There are several things interesting about the RHD conversion. Firstly the V8 models were the first to Dave Czirr knowledge where Packard did not do the conversions themselves, either in Detroit or at Packard Canada. Secondly, the omission of the clutch pedal let them move the two pedals and dimmer switch to the right in the conventional arrangement, previously notably in the early to mid-30s, the accelerator was placed between the brake and the clutch due to the confined space. Published: 2007-06-22 Views: 729 times | ||
A very interesting piece describing the history and engineering specs of the Torsion Level Suspension Published: 2008-03-16 Views: 1686 times | ||
This manual was part of Packard Service Training Program for the dealers and covered the delivery and prep of new cars received from the factory. Circa 1949. Published: 2007-05-02 Views: 718 times | ||
The manual was part of Packard's Service Training program and covered the Scientific Diagnosis of car problems. This manual does into details of using all the various scopes and electronic instruments that were available in the Packard Service departments. Printed June 1951. Published: 2007-05-02 Views: 1070 times | ||
The manual was part of the Packard's Service Training program and covered the mechanical and appearance reconditioning of used cars. Circa 1950 Published: 2007-05-02 Views: 874 times | ||
These are the Special "Sell More Parts" Bulletins that were sent out to dealers in the mid-30s. It listed specials on parts that Packard was trying to push. These particular ones were scanned from older photocopies that were made from a binder that came out of Valley Motors in Wheeling, WV. Published: 2022-11-15 Views: 103 times | ||
Detailed study of how a large manufacturing organization got that way—how if started, how it changed over the years, the dominant personalities who made its history, its physical concept today and where it appears to be heading for tomorrow- all combine to make a case history representative of a large section of U. S. industry in the twentieth century. The editors of STEEL have selected Packard Motor Car Co., Detroit, for such an analysis, the first of its kind ever attempted. The choice proved timely, for Packard is now celebrating a Golden Anniversary and has just introduced new models, as well as a unique new automatic transmission, commemorating the event. Published: 2017-02-09 Views: 543 times | ||
Technical Letters issues by Packard on various issues. Published: 2016-05-16 Views: 3312 times | ||
These are "The Accessory Promotor" that were issued by the Factory to the Dealers and Distributor to help keep the field abreast of new and changes in regards to accessories. These are not titled, so are just listed by their issue date. Published: 2016-05-16 Views: 1117 times | ||
An original Article by John Lawrence on the Merlin engine. "..Unknown to most of us, an American automobile played an important role in the success the U.S. had in the skies over Europe. Here is the story of the automobile that saved the company, that made the engine, that powered the airplane, that won the air war." Published: 2008-02-22 Views: 509 times | ||
This No. 8 in a series of small Sports related booklets produced by Packard circa 1952. This one by Mort Luby of the National Bowlers Journal covers Bowling's A.B.C. Published: 2009-11-27 Views: 444 times | ||
The Profit Producers were issued by the factory to dealers in 1929 I believe and were the precursor to the Accessory Promotors. Published: 2016-05-16 Views: 815 times | ||
Torsion Level System and Load Levelers on American Vehicles provides descriptive data on the 1955 Packard Torsion level system. Published: 2008-08-22 Views: 727 times | ||
Trade Letters on various matters that were issued by Packard to Zones and Dealers Published: 2016-05-15 Views: 2807 times | ||
This was an original insert card that was hung next to a the spark plug rack at a garage. It lists which spark plugs to use for many of the US Passenger cars from 1930-1942. Published: 2012-05-17 Views: 1892 times | ||
Short reprinted article by the Smithsonian Institute on White House Packards. Published: 2008-08-01 Views: 663 times | ||
This a booklet on Winterizing Your Automobile so both use during winter months, and also storage. Published: 2010-05-31 Views: 297 times | ||
This is an article from the Studebaker Co-Operator column of the Studebaker Drivers Club publication Turning Wheels covering that facts about ZDDP or lack thereof in modern motor oil and what that means to older engines like ours. Published: 2009-10-02 Views: 461 times |