Re: what model is this

Posted by John Harley On 2013/2/5 23:35:35

Jesse


126 Sedan. First series 6 cylinder sedan, about 1923. Built before the introduction of 4 wheel brakes on the sixes in 1924. This model was first built as the 116, with a shorter wheelbase and black painted radiator. They were homely and didn't sell. The car was otherwise sound, so Packard hurredly extended the wheelbase and plated the trim. They sold much better,and the six was their bread and butter car till the end of the 20's

This was just before the introduction of quick drying laquer,and all closed cars were shipped in blue ("Packard Blue") unless ordered otherwise. The varnish finish took about a month to apply due to the number of coats and slow drying times


Regards


John Harley