Re: 1923 coupe

Posted by DavidM On 2012/9/5 17:01:07

Hank
That Packard has a lot going for it as a restoration project. It will cost more to restore than its worth even if you do most of the work but restoration is therapy if you enjoy it and if you like car go for it. I have a 1923 Sport Tourer Single Six so I guess I am biased, mine has been a great old car and I enjoyed restoring it and it drives very well.
The coupe looks to be very complete and correct, the wheels look to be the correct 24" wood spoke with correct hubcaps. It did not come with with bumpers originally and those fitted spoil it in my opinion. It is missing the oil filler funnel assembly that should be on LHS of the engine. The First Series cars did not have a stop light so the tail light is not correct. It is missing the "bung" that covers the hole where crank handle goes. That's about all I can see at a quick look, there will be other issues but its in far better condition than mine was when I started on it.
I can send you a copy of sales photo of the car if you would like.
David