Re: 1947 Packard Clipper Deluxe Upholstery

Posted by bkazmer On 2011/5/17 16:16:30

please keep in mind that these comments are based on the 22nd series , not 21st.

Lowell Gray was carried over, but not in two tone combination, for the 22nd. I have seen restored cars with a very good match to the original shade (dark gray with fine metallic).

The Eight came with a check - a three shades of brown houndstooth. To my knowledge there is no authentic reproduction. There is a Lebaron Bonney (Mercury?) repro that is a larger check.

The Eight DeLuxe and Super Eight used a striped broadcloth. You may be able to match this type. The tip in sending a small piece is a very good one. The patterns are typical of period upholstery.