Re: Great Packards

Posted by PackardV8 On 2010/2/15 14:02:16

I've found that nearly all cars prior to 1960 have pedals rather close to the seat as compared to later cars after 1960.

BUT, most cars such as my 56 Executive and a few prewars i've driven or sat in always had plenty of leg room for me. The difference is that the seat cushion is usualy rather high and more like sitting in a chair than laying in a lawn lounger like more modern cars.

Leg room has never been a problem for me. Usualy head room or having to look out over the top of the windshield frame which makes me feel like i look awkward in the car. Comfort never a problem. Just an awkward feeling that i am sticking up out of the car like a sore thumb.

Most prewar cars seem to have the steering wheel well positioned too. A LONG way from the dash. But my Executive has the steering wheel rather close to the Dash.

It's one thing to sit with my knees bent like in a living room chair. But it's another thing to have legs hitting or near steering wheel.

Prewars seem just right except for my line of sight.

The 56 Executive really needs the mast jacket extended about another 3 inches or more up toward the driver.