Putting in the proper starter is what I would do too as cludging things with relays isn’t a fix in my book and just adds unneeded complications.

Blue Dots (as they are known) were standard on 1937 Super Eights? Interesting but it should be noted that they are illegal in California and possibly also in other states.

Passenger front

Nothing on the specific serial number history...try Bob Supina...he has roster data back to the 1960's on some vehicles...long shot:https://packardinfo.com/xoops/html/modules/profile/userinfo.php?uid=441

One item I note. This is a Super 8 (senior) and most things look correct. However, the tail-light lenses and the chrome surround bezel are the Junior style and ultimately should be substituted with the blue center jewel type "bullet" shaped lense and more curved bezel by whomever wins the bidding. Otherwise, a very nice looking older restoration that will make a fun driver.

Advance auto parts ES 416 R outer tie rods.fits 1948 t0 1956,L or R. Zerk. fitting relocated to center
Door card front or rear? I have NOS gray for front

My research into chauffeured cars is that the drivers cockpit is generally understated from the passenger area and thus, black on black comes up regularly. Often, there is no front radio, painted (not woodgrained) dash and painted (not chromed) steering column as the "staff" driver didnt need/warrant luxuries. This was a post depression cost savings measure, but more likely it set the owner apart from the staff.

An owner could pay for any upgrades they saw fit for the rear as well as the front zone...so, if your particular serial number vehicle has chrome, woodgrain, radio, etc...DONT assume its incorrect unless you see obvious evidence (old photos, prior owner's recollection) that it was diddled with over the years.

The specifics are often found in the parts manual if you look at the trim and fittings chapters by model type...more there than most people know...

In a pinch, get hold of Bob Supina, who is the 1937 guru finalizing his definitive book on 1937 Packards.

This twelve touring limo has grey wool broad cloth in passenger area with grey carpet. The drivers area has black leather seats and black carpet. My question is when there are differences in the color should the carpet color match like stated above or should the driver's area have the same color as the passenger section?

I'm also assuming that to be correct the carpets would have been wool. Would it have been cut or looped pile?

Hello Fellow Enthusiasts,

My name is Rudy Samsel, and I am the Co-Founder of GuysWithRides.com, a dealer-free website for classic car enthusiasts.

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The Dutchess County New York Chapter of the Disabled American Veterans ("DAV") organization recently received a donation of a 1937 Packard Super 8 Touring Sedan, serial number 1014 282.

The long-term owner, Nicolas L. Pitch, recently donated the car to the DAV with the express wish that the proceeds benefit their local chapter.

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Rudy Samsel

Thanks for setting me straight, I didn't think that the amperage requirements of the solenoid would differ between the 53 and 54 starter that I happened upon as a spare.
I think I will just take my time and rebuild the 53 starter. I don't want to start modifying things too much with an additional relay.