Re: Help with purchase selection

Posted by FREDERICK E WILEY On 2016/1/26 22:17:58

The 1953 Clipper has power steering and auto transmission.The transmission has been serviced. A classic car dealer had the car and did a lot of repairs. I talked to the guy who bought it, He put 700 miles on it. He thought he would enjoy the hobby, displaying the car at shows etc. He said sitting out in the heat for a car meet was not his idea of fun. I just don't know about service. There are two places near me, 35 miles away, that restore and work on cars from fifties thru the 70's. One has restored one of the classic convertibles and has it for sale on internet.He kept the body but updated engine and drivetrain so its not a real restoration to me. The only Packard I ever had any contact with was 1941 120. Road like a dream and could fly down the road. Another poster thought the auto trans would be a problem but some posters have said their's work great. thanks for your input.