This desirable Packard coupe demonstrates the sheer quality of the brand, a car that was almost six times as expensive as the concurrent 8 cylinder cars from Detroit.

The data plate of this charming 1101 coupe reveals that the car was sold on September 20, 1933, just one month after the introduction of the new 1934 models on August 21.

The early production run of the car is further reflected in its chassis numbers, which demonstrates that it was only the 31st example produced in body style number 718, the two to four passenger coupe with a jump seat, sometimes referred to as the rumble seat coupe.

On completion of manufacture, this car was distributed to White Plains, NY.

Reportedly sold in Hershey, PA in 2003, this Packard 1101 was subsequently treated to a sympathetic cosmetic refurbishment that featured fresh paintwork in a two tone scheme of red, an exterior finish that is believed to faithfully duplicate the original colors of the car.

Most recently, the car has been meticulo...