Re: 1953 Packard Henny Jr

Posted by Tom Still On 2012/12/30 12:20:57

The number is in the 1952 series which indicates to me that the chassis and cowl were built in 1952 but the vehicle finally finished and titled in 1953. That would make sense; I understand the Jr. didn't sell as expected. They probably had a few leftover bodies at the end or the year. Are there any other differences between a 52 & 53 I can look for? The original fenders and hood were too crunched to save but were drilled for the 53 grill corners. The parts I collected came from a 53 Clipper that showed up in Pick a Part. The grill is a very nice one that came from the Packard International swap meet in Orange Ca several years ago. The corners were Ebay. Packard wouldn't have made some "Design Improvements" in 53 that would have moved bolt holes around would they?

There was a 53 or 4 Henny full size hearse in a storage lot a few years ago. I'll stop by and see if it's still there. If it is, I'll record the numbers for you. I see abandoned Packard's laying around all over, I'd be happy to keep a list of location and numbers if they can be of use. I'll send the numbers from my 55 in the V8 forum.

Also, I plan to attend the Orange Ca Packard swap meet Feb. 17. (barring rain) If anyone wants to make a wish list, I'll take it with me. I will make a special announcement on that about two weeks early. Any suggestions about will be appreciated.
Thanks. Tom