Re: Thoughts On Recruiting The Next Generation

Posted by PackardV8 On 2011/12/30 22:25:46

Someone mentioned affordability.

It's not 1932 anymore, altho based on the recent 2 or 3 years it mite very well get back that. The latest models of Packards are at least 50 years old now. The issue for Packard, Big Chryslers, Marmon, Cord etc among other similar levels of cars is EASE of ownership rather than affordability. It's probably not any more expensive to own a 50+ year old Packard than a 50+ year old Chevy or Ford. BUT the Chev and F parts and service are much more widely AVAILABLE with minor price differntial. Therefore the Chev and F are easier to own or more convenient to own.

Example:
Does it cost anymore to bore a Packard cylinder than an SBC cylinder or grind a valve seat???? Not around here. The PROBLEM is that i have to wait for the service because the shop isn't real interested in readjusting their equipment for the process.

Does a sheet metal man charge more for fabing a sheet metal part for a PAckard than for a chevy?????

Does a painter charge more for painting a Packard than a Chevy or any NEW car of similar size?????

THe answers to the above questions mite very well be yes. Especialy if the machine shop, sheet metal man or painter thinks he has a "live one" that just walked thru the door. Belive me, it's REAL EASY to spot the live ones. THEY CAN DO IT.