Re: Continuing the Packard

Posted by Mahoning63 On 2012/10/1 20:43:58

Was looking at how carefully Cadillac changed its car with each major redesign. It established a clear lineage from the early 40s on through to '57, our year in the spotlight. Contrast this with Lincoln which made abrupt changes almost every redesign. Packard was heading towards a complete departure too for '57 and am wondering if it was too much. Here's a mod to the '56 that carried over a bit more. The sides still curve in and the sidelight is the focal point. Less lateral overhang than proposed, more wheel cutout in front fender. Hidden headlights would have been a big change but perhaps worth it. Can't seem to figure out how to expose the lights in a balanced integrated way, especially the '57s larger single lights.

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