Re: When looking at a photo how do you tell the difference between a junior and senior Packard?

Posted by 58L8134 On 2020/9/28 16:29:15

The difference in scale and detail of the 1935-1938 Senior and the 1939 Twelve, being completely different bodies and details from the Juniors makes identifying them easy.

Beginning with 1939, it takes a fair amount of looking at each year and model then comparing them to contemporary series to get a handle on the differences. The 115/Six/110 is easiest to identify by its short front end ahead of the cowl. Details such as bumpers and hubcaps help since they tend smaller and less detailed.

More difficult to identify is 1940-'41 120 versus the 160 since so much is shared, although the 1941 Senior bumpers and taillights are unique to Seniors. Studying which body styles were available in which series helps sort out the possibilities.

I initially learned how to instantly recognize favorite models and styles, worked my way down through the general production series. Its a fun exercise to become familiar with all they built...then have a custom-bodied Packard you've never seen before appear!

Steve

Edited 9-30-2020: When it comes to recognizing various Packard models by sight, as in the old adage about how do you get to Carnegie Hall: practice, practice, practice.