Re: How and why was the name 'Clipper' chosen by Packard?

Posted by Randy Berger On 2010/2/13 23:21:20

At one time (1800's) the fastest way to travel from the east coast to the west coast was by Clipper ship. They were very fast for their day. Even today Clipper artifacts are coveted by collectors in that venue. I believe Packard just borrowed the name as did Pan American Airwaysflyingclippers.com/panam.html
who sued Packard for using the name. I don't know the outcome but S/P was still using the name thru 1958