Re: 1939 Packard Sedan garaged/stored since 1963

Posted by Steve Mackinnon On 2010/5/13 17:15:27

Agree on a mid teens price for a serviced and running 110 sedan. Upper teens might represent a car with more recent and extensive work done to it, or a truly outstanding original. This car seems to have a lot going for it, clearly it is solid and even if in need of paint it is pretty presentable at least in the pix. A couple afternoons with compound and wax could make it really sharp. Another plus is it runs already. So wheel bearings, brakes, changing all fluids, full tune up and any other less than major overhaul type things could be well worth doing as you can elevate the car significantly for a couple thousand dollars more or less depending on what you are comfortable handling. Whatever you do with it in terms of servicing, you would be best to do less and do it well - in other words, if you by tires, try not to put cheap junk on there, people will automatically deduct that when negotiating and you really won't be ahead of the game.

I do not entirely agree with an earlier comment about supply and demand being low, there is always a market for good cars - solid, running, complete and either largely original or properly restored where needed. I would say this car is well worth a small investment and may be a bit easier to sell if you decide to put a little time and money in it up front.

Also, many owners of Sr. cars and people who know these cars in general will tell you that the 6 is really a pretty robust engine - if it runs well, that is another plus.

Good luck with it either way and keep us posted. This site, the Packard Club (PAC) and AACA sites are all great, free venues you may try as well. One last thought, you could drop a line to your the local AACA and PAC regions describing the car, you may find a buyer right in your area.