Re: 1923 Paint

Posted by DavidM On 2011/7/24 5:52:54

Mal, has just reminded me that I promised to respond regarding the original color scheme.
Packard published "Facts Books" which I understand were for the salesman. I have a copy for the 1922/3 126- 133 models and under the heading "Standard Painting" it states:
"Enclosed Cars.
Body and door panels - Packard blue, striped with gold with black moulding.
Upper body Black
Wheels - Packard Blue, louvers striped with gold.
All bright metal parts - nickel plated
All other parts black"
It would be good if we had paint chips for Packard Blue but I believe all we have is that it was a very dark blue that would look like black in the shade, obviously non-metallic.
As you will also know chrome plating was not used until 1929 on Packards.
I hope that helps.