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Wanted: V8 packard
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Choirboy
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I'm looking for a project to do with my son. I actually have a few Packards I'd be interested in, but the criteria is:
relatively clean body, paint any condition. Surface rust ok, small patches needed ok.
Complete chrome.
Complete or mostly complete interior a bonus.
Engine/transmission any condition, brakes any condition. I can find rusted Packards around here with relative ease so finding a donor engine would be possible, and plans are to adapt the 4l80e I have so no transmission needed. Unless it is a factory 3 speed, I'd keep that.

Models I'm interested in:
55 or 56 400
56 Executive coupe
56 Clipper coupe
56 Patrician
Let me know if you have a "parts car" that needs restoration. Honestly if the body is relatively clean I can probably find a rusted out parts car up here for all the rest of the pieces. I am just not willing to put up with working on another rusted out car!

Posted on: 2021/6/20 13:30
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Re: Wanted: V8 packard
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Hello.
I have a 55 400 that is pretty complete minus engine and headlights. I don't have a title for it. Thinking of possibly selling it.

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Posted on: 2021/8/9 1:40
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Re: Wanted: V8 packard
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G'day Torranosaurus,
to PackardInfo, see you're in Texas. That info could help those interested in your '55 400 to know where it is.

And, so it's recorded for posterity, I invite you to include it in the Packard Vehicle Registry.

Posted on: 2021/8/9 5:57
Mal
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Bowral, Southern Highlands of NSW, Australia
"Out of chaos comes order" - Nietzsche.

1938 Eight Touring Sedan - SOLD

1941 One-Twenty Club Coupe - SOLD

1948 Super Eight Limo, chassis RHD - SOLD

1950 Eight Touring Sedan - SOLD

What's this?
Put your Packard in the Packard Vehicle Registry!
Here's how!
Any questions - PM or email me at ozstatman@gmail.com
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Re: Wanted: V8 packard
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rblum
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I just advertised my 55 Clipper on this site. Clean original that is a driver. Call me: 410-322-8949

Posted on: 2021/8/9 8:01
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Re: Wanted: V8 packard
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Quote:
rblum wrote: I just advertised my 55 Clipper on this site. Clean original that is a driver. Call me: 410-322-8949
Advertised here

Posted on: 2021/8/9 16:32
Mal
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Bowral, Southern Highlands of NSW, Australia
"Out of chaos comes order" - Nietzsche.

1938 Eight Touring Sedan - SOLD

1941 One-Twenty Club Coupe - SOLD

1948 Super Eight Limo, chassis RHD - SOLD

1950 Eight Touring Sedan - SOLD

What's this?
Put your Packard in the Packard Vehicle Registry!
Here's how!
Any questions - PM or email me at ozstatman@gmail.com
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Re: Wanted: V8 packard
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happy
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The car has been driven and displayed at our local car show, and at our car club meetings. After ten years of being a care taker its time to pass this car on.
Other than polishing and buffing an older repaint, the exterior looks much as it did when we bought it. (A nice looking20 footer, condition three in Old Cars and Parts). The interior has been redone. Seating material, door panels, and carpeting all were replaced with original pattern materials from SMS. The value would be $15,500 or best offer. A list of what has been done while in my possession is available along with photos via E mail. I have been able to put the list of what I did but am having trouble attaching pictures. I am able to e-mail them if you want to see the interior or exterior.

Subject 1956 Packard 400

The car has been driven and displayed at our local car show, and to our car club meetings.
I am now considering the sale of this car. Other than polishing and buffing the exterior it looks much as when we bought it. (a nice-looking 20 footer, condition three in Old Cars and Parts). Their value would be $15,500. If you are interested I would appreciate an offer via return email. Pictures attached
Some of the work done to the car since it had been in my possession:
*registered and titled in North Carolina
*pressure washed engine bay and undercarriage
*Bendix power brake booster rebuilt (Ed Stram Fl.)
*brake wheel cylinders replaced (all four wheels)
*new flex brake lines
*new front and rear wheel seals (all four wheels)
*rebuilt broken power steering valve
*installed new O-rings in power steering cylinder
*added silicon brake fluid
*gas tank removed, cleaned and sealed.
*Sending unit repaired to working condition
*fuel pump rebuilt (new parts)
*cracked flexible fuel line replaced
*carburetor rebuilt
*engine bay painted
*motor painted correct gold color
*painted valve covers silver, with red script, (Packard)
*replaced missing air cleaner cover and washer bottle
*all new exhaust system from Kepich Exhaust
*new temperature sending unit
*generator and starter rebuilt, replaced power window motor.
*front end checked and aligned
*transmission electrical components removed, cleaned contacts, and replaced
*replaced missing flywheel cover
*load level electrical components cleaned and replaced
*load level control arms straightened
*Load level gearbox repaired and seals replaced
*load level limit switch replaced with new old stock
*rebuilt water pump installed
*new battery
*horn wire/button repaired to working order
*both front floor pans replaced
*original headliner cleaned, padding on dashboard replaced.
*Package shelf refreshed
*new floor padding and carpeting with correct heel pad from Kepich Exhaust
*broken seat frame repair welded stripped down and replaced cushion materials
*new correct pattern cloth and heavy-duty vinyl installed on seats and door panels( SMS @ $100/yard)
*replaced missing robe rails and Packard Crest emblems
*replaced missing door sill plates
*installed new wind lace

Posted on: 2019/10/21 9:45
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Re: 1956 Packard 400 for sale
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G'day happy,
Sorry to hear you're selling your '56 Four Hundred Hardtop Coupe. But, when you do, could you please advise so the Registry entry can be updated?

Posted on: 2019/10/21 18:54
Mal
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Bowral, Southern Highlands of NSW, Australia
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Posted on: 2021/8/9 18:33
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