Re: Further Custom-Bodied 734

Posted by 58L8134 On 2008/12/12 18:54:19

Hi

Thanks for the all the detailed information you have provided. It strikes me that a thoroughly detailed analysis of how the 734 models were built i.e. what was shared with either the 733 or 745, what engineering changes were made, etc. would be a worthwhile project. A good article on this subject would be of interest to readers of both the CCCA "The Classic Car" and PAC "The Cormorant" as well as a reference for the future.

My interest in the 734 is mostly aesthetic, though with the knowledge it was created as a high-profile sporting image car for Packard. It seemed such a natural chassis for wealthy clients to send to custom coachbuilders for individual creations.

That it was inspired by other sporting makes of the era just adds to it's appeal.

Steve