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When did Packard go out of business?

When did Packard go out of business?

In 1956, Packard-Studebaker’s then-president, James Nance, made the decision to suspend Packard’s manufacturing operations in Detroit. Though the company would continue to manufacture cars in South Bend, Indiana, until 1958, the final model produced on June 25, 1956, is considered the last true Packard.

What is a 1948 Packard?

Known as the 22nd Series, and sold as 1948 and 1949 models (as Packard did not adhere to a model year changeover system), the Packards had a longer hood, wraparound lower grille, simulated front bumper guards, and rounded and streamlined body lines.

When was the engine replaced in a 1948 Packard?

We also know, based on this entry and the receipt file that the 356 Cubic Inch engine was replaced in 1983 because of a crack. The new engine is a G5 stamped engine, meaning it is a 356 Cubic inch engine from a 1948 Packard. Those engines are identical except for the serial number.

Where was the 1947 Packard custom 8 sold?

1947 Packard This 1947 Packard Custom Super 8 Touring Sedan was sold new by Ostendorf Motors in Buffalo, New York, to a family from Santa Barbara, CA. There were 2 brothers, and they each bought a ’47 Packard custom 8, when their military service ended, and then drove them home to Santa Barbara, where both cars lived until 1968.

Where was the Packard Motor Car Company located?

Packard was an American luxury automobile marque built by the Packard Motor Car Company of Detroit, Michigan, United States.

When did Bob Davies buy a 1947 Packard?

There were 2 brothers, and they each bought a ’47 Packard custom 8, when their military service ended, and then drove them home to Santa Barbara, where both cars lived until 1968. Well known Collector Bob Davies bought them both from the family in ’68.

1947 Packard This 1947 Packard Custom Super 8 Touring Sedan was sold new by Ostendorf Motors in Buffalo, New York, to a family from Santa Barbara, CA. There were 2 brothers, and they each bought a ’47 Packard custom 8, when their military service ended, and then drove them home to Santa Barbara, where both cars lived until 1968.

There were 2 brothers, and they each bought a ’47 Packard custom 8, when their military service ended, and then drove them home to Santa Barbara, where both cars lived until 1968. Well known Collector Bob Davies bought them both from the family in ’68.

We also know, based on this entry and the receipt file that the 356 Cubic Inch engine was replaced in 1983 because of a crack. The new engine is a G5 stamped engine, meaning it is a 356 Cubic inch engine from a 1948 Packard. Those engines are identical except for the serial number.

Where can I buy Packard replacement car parts?

Don’s Packard Replacement Car Parts + Don’s Packard Car Parts : a fine selection of classic Packard Parts for replacement and Packard automobile restoration Home Store Checker Henry J Hudson Hudson Paint Chips

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