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The 1941 appears to have once had ElectroMatic clutch but it's gone now, having left only remnants.

This 1952 Henney-Packard military ambulance showed up a few days ago on Bring a Trailer which is where the current owner purchased it several years ago. I've been in touch with him since he purchased it and he's been quite helpful to me in supplying detailed photos to assist in my getting proper parts for my 1951 USAF version, particularly of the siren and the added dash controls.

This car is listed as a 1951 but, as 2513 is clearly on the ID tag along with the engine number beginning with K, it is a 1952 and has the 1952 grille and hood. Rust in the same places as mine (little rust and a lot of rust as mine take the same effort to repair) which are common areas (rockers, doglegs) for these commercial vehicles.

It is overall a good buy and is driveable although there are a number of non-authentic items. As the listing mentions, it has a 1953-'54 hood ornament (I have a spare of the proper one) but it also has 1951 parking light lenses, a '60s vintage spotlight and an improperly routed tailpipe attached to a modern oval muffler. It also has some odd coil springs on top of the rear axle the purpose of which I can't image as the stock leafs are huge. The siren is missing its front lens (I have one should a buyer need it). As stated, it has new rear shocks but not sure if they are the original single-action type or modern dual action (mine are NOS). The listing mentions an aftermarket ammeter on the dash but mine has one just like it in exactly the same place so likely a military-specified item. The seller hopes that the new owner will maintain the patina.

1955 400, for $10500 in NYfacebook.com/marketplace/item/1182902589995407
Looks very promising; has been re-painted, so probably not the one I am looking for :(

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"Has four matching tires!" What a sales pitch. No mention of roadworthyness, running,etc. T/L obviously needs attention.
If it does run and drive, it's not priced too bad. PB

The body paint and chrome look pretty good interior cover in plastic looks decent . Mechanical repairs easier and a lot less money than paint and chrome and usually less time . Paint body work and chrome take time to get done if you can get local provider. Just my personel finding on old car repairs and up grade in condition. New tire and brakes smart move on any old car

Yes, yes, I know, the ad content is somewhat questionable
I suspect that the car is currently non-functional, since the suspension is obviously ain't sitting right. However, it looks very optimistic based upon the under-the-hood and the interior pics. Of course, the car could be missing the entire bottom or be 25% bondo, so a proper inspection is needed. I am trying to get more pictures and info from the seller, but has not been successful in this, thus far.

Few new FB Marketplace Packard listings I spotted this morning. All prewars:

1937 115C Touring Sedan. Needs full restoration but body does look very solid. Original paint might polish out decently. Not running. Car has Maryland historic plates with an '84 sticker, so this is probably the last time it ran. Appears car was recently dragged out of long-term storage as it is covered in dust and dirt. Interior rough. Just posted yesterday. Seller looking for offers. Leonardtown, MD:

facebook.com/marketplace/item/2185022341960262

1940 110 Business Coupe, Model No. 1388. Appears to be an abandoned restoration project. Body does look exceptionally nice and some of the paint (maroon) might be original. Some trim parts have been removed but seller says he has all parts. Cheap vinyl interior redo will have to be done over. Not currently running. Seller asking $11,500. New York:

facebook.com/marketplace/item/760030023253137

1942 Clipper Six Club Sedan. Rare example of one of the last prewar Packards. Rough and will need total restoration. Floors bad and the seats are missing. Think owner was planning on building a street rod as he included pictures of street rods based on Clipper fastbacks of this era. Car looks like it has been sitting outside for a long time. Seller asking $3K. Maine:

facebook.com/marketplace/item/1770536590489388

1942 160 LWB Sedan. Very good original condition. Huge car. Seller asking $30K. Royal Oak, MI:

facebook.com/marketplace/item/1421129139232386

1923 Single Six Sport Touring. Beautiful older restoration. Car was an AACA Senior Award winner in 1991 and has won multiple other awards. Looks stunning in solid black with wood spoked wheels. Seller asking $49,500. Alabama:

facebook.com/marketplace/item/1809016859656906

1956 400. Parts car. See lots of good stuff like glass and trim. Seller willing to sell individual parts but will have to pick up in person. Engine, dash and steering column not for sale as owner is using for another project. Located in Kansas City, MO:

facebook.com/marketplace/item/606275275296750