Re: Carpet '37 1508

Posted by DM37 On 2024/5/7 12:15:28

My research into chauffeured cars is that the drivers cockpit is generally understated from the passenger area and thus, black on black comes up regularly. Often, there is no front radio, painted (not woodgrained) dash and painted (not chromed) steering column as the "staff" driver didnt need/warrant luxuries. This was a post depression cost savings measure, but more likely it set the owner apart from the staff.

An owner could pay for any upgrades they saw fit for the rear as well as the front zone...so, if your particular serial number vehicle has chrome, woodgrain, radio, etc...DONT assume its incorrect unless you see obvious evidence (old photos, prior owner's recollection) that it was diddled with over the years.

The specifics are often found in the parts manual if you look at the trim and fittings chapters by model type...more there than most people know...

In a pinch, get hold of Bob Supina, who is the 1937 guru finalizing his definitive book on 1937 Packards.