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£334,964
1930 Packard "Model 734 Speedster" Runabout
United States • 18 Aug 2023
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This is a meticulously assembled 1930 Packard "Model 734 Speedster" Runabout recreation, built with genuine parts acquired from Harrah's collection. It features a boattail Runabout body, a 385ci L-Head Straight 8-Cylinder Engine, and underwent a 54-month restoration in the '90s, making it a high-quality example, though not an original Speedster.
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The car is described as a meticulously assembled recreation using authentic Packard 734 parts, including a genuine chassis, motor, and coachwork. Although not an original, it underwent a 54-month restoration in the early '90s, with attention to detail and input from 734 Speedster owners. The listing highlights show-quality paint, upholstery, brilliant chrome, and rare accessories, suggesting a well-preserved and high-quality build, but mentions its restoration being almost three decades old, which could imply some wear or aging. Furthermore, it is not recognized as one of the original 734 Speedsters.
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385ci L-Head Straight 8-Cylinder Engine Dual-Throat Updraft Carburetor 145bhp at 3,400rpm 4-Speed Manual Gearbox 4-Wheel Semi-Elliptical Leaf Springs with Live Axles 4-Wheel Mechanical Drum Brakes *A stunning and accurate recreation of Packard's legendary model *Assembled in Harrah's shop from genuine 734 Speedster parts *Subject of a 54-month restoration in the '90s *Amply capable of modern highway speeds THE PACKARD 734 SPEEDSTER Behind Packard's carefully-crafted façade of restrained, responsible respectability there lurked a hint of the devil.
It was personified in Col.
Jesse Vincent, Packard's Vice President of Engineering.
Col.
Vincent, who earned his military rank through his contributions to World War I's war effort, liked speed.
He flew his own airplanes, pursued aircraft engine development with enthusiasm and was known to take Packard-engined speedboats onto the Detroit River in competition with boat racing aces of the day like Gar Wood.
And he beat them at their own ga...
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£334,964
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£1,214,370
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