Re: 1932 Packard question

Posted by James Butcher On 2011/10/11 18:27:56

Thanks John, I stand corrected

It is a 1931 prototype and found the pictures online.

For those unfamiliar with the way these early front wheel drive engines sat, and from what I read the concept came from the Cord L-29...the engines basically sit backwards. The transmission is in front but there is no long neck since there isn't a driveshaft so the transfer case is more compact. The fan still sits towards the radiator though.

Another question...

The chassis for the 1932 Twin Six, how many years was it used? Only 1932 or also in 1933? Seems the 1934 Twelve used a different frame similar to the Eight's? Any clarification on that?

Thanks!
Eric