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just purchased a 38packard six the car was dissasembled before I bought .Body is in primer, Frame is painted black. Not sure of my plans yet. Engine transmission rear end everything is there.

Welcome and even in pieces we would live to see photos! My first Packard was a very similar 1939 Six with factory R6 overdrive, the first year to offer the option.

A '38 Packard six in good condition is a very capable car. Good brakes, handling, great ride, adequate power and speed. The engine has full pressure lubrication, insert bearings, forged crankshaft, and an alloy block. When equipped with the overdrive option, these cars are very capable highway cars. Lacking overdrive, they're fully capable of running 60+ MPH all day long, assuming everything is in good shape.

Also a welcome. Overdrive was around in 38 for other cars but I believe the first Packard use of overdrive was the one year only (for Packard) Borg-Warner R6 unit which wasn't installed until the 39 models.

Glad you found the site! I was new to the site just a couple of years ago and have benefited tremendously. You’ll find a wealth of information here as well as a ton of expertise. I think you’ll find it a very friendly and helpful community.

Definitely start a project blog. It’s a great way to get answers to questions as well as document your progress.

Most likely, many of the questions you’ll have a long the way have answers with great photos in someone else’s blog.

G'day 38drakcap,
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I invite you to include your '38 Six in PackardInfo's Packard Vehicle Registry.