Re: Two National Packard Clubs

Posted by BigKev On 2011/10/6 17:43:23

Randy, I agree Postwar Packard models (especially 51-54s) are probably have the most best value right now for someone looking to get into one cheap. You can drive them and keep up with modern traffic. Most of the tune-up and brake parts are still available at NAPA, and there are plenty of part cars out there for scavenging, and the entry price is pretty modest.

Most of the younger guys are not afraid to work on them as long as they can get the information and support to do so. Remember young guys getting into the hobby are going to have young children who will grow up with them and hopefully start a new generation of Packard enthusiasts who have fond memories of driving around in dads old car.

I believe there was a generation gap that has happened in that lineage in the recent past. Hopefully the web is the chance to connect people interested in these cars that may other wise quickly become disinterested because of the lack of local information or support, and as such moved on to the ubiquitous Chevy, Ford or Import, and never to look back.