Re: The History of Packard

Posted by Loyd Smith On 2009/2/11 11:10:20

Rusty O'Toole wrote:

"At least up to 1953 he felt the Packards had a lot to offer and were a top buy for the more conservative luxury car buyer, especially one who put quality and comfort ahead of gaudy styling and tire burning performance."

And, "Unfortunately in the end there weren't enough customers who felt this way."

Nicely put, Rusty, and exactly the way I've always felt. At least up to this period Packards were what they were for those who wanted one. Tastes do change and (just maybe) not always for the best.