Re: 1940 Super 8 180

Posted by Jim in Boone On 2014/1/26 19:42:46

I don't have the knowledge of the other folks giving replies nor do I know the car in question, but to offer some comments using my own carhttps://packardinfo.com/xoops/html/modules/registry/index.php?Action=view&ID=1281 for general education.

My running boards seem to be rubber sheet(s)glued to the metal base, looks ok, but my understanding is that the original was likely vulcanized to the metal base.

My interior looks good, was not cheap according to receipts that came with the car, but I believe it to be modern material rather than the wool that would likely have been original.

My paint looks great in the light color, however were the car painted a dark color I think certain imperfections would show.

For me, mine is a nice car, fills my needs, Sunday drives or maybe a local show, and probably the max of my budget, yet for a national Packard show I'm sure a judge would see those items that are not technically correct. Much will depend on your intended use and expectations.

I like the 180 always liked the big cars, missed a 40 or 41 180 years ago for the grand price of 75.00, but dad didn't feel inclined to donate the funds and perhaps wasn't fond of an old car being brought home to his new house.

Jim - jim@hiddenvalleymotel.com