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£94,000

1929 PACKARD MODEL 640 CONVERTIBLE SEDAN

Christies • United States • 19 Aug 2001

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Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1929 Packard Model 640 Convertible Sedan features coachwork by Larkins & Co. and a unique pillar design by George Gangloff. It underwent a 14-year restoration completed in 1984, winning a Best of Show award, but now shows some paint cracks and oil stains, with only 250 miles driven since restoration.

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Condition 

7

The car is described as having an 'on-and-off' restoration over 14 years, completed in 1984 and winning a Best of Show award. However, the description mentions cracks in the paint and some oil stains, indicating some wear and tear since the restoration. The car is started and moved regularly to maintain lubrication, suggesting it is in running condition.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

171988

Odometer:

16,250 miles

Reg Number:

[Reg Number]

RHD/LHD:

LHD

1929 PACKARD MODEL 640 CONVERTIBLE SEDAN

COACHWORK BY LARKINS & CO.

Chassis No.

171988

Engine No.

176315C

VIN No.

172011



Red with dark brown fenders, beige interior and a beige top



Engine: L-head, straight eight, 348ci., 109bhp at 3,200rpm; Gearbox: three-speed manual with reverse; Suspension: front and rear semi-elliptic leaf springs; Brakes: four wheel mechanical drums.

Left hand drive.



The 640 Custom Eight Packard was introduced on August 1, 1928 at a time when American cars had taken over the luxury car leadership in the world.

The most popular body style of the saloons was that of the convertible sedan.

The trend was for wealthy owners and their wives to drive their own classics.

Packard was very proud of its evolutionary changes and, much like Rolls-Royce, all models in the Packard series were not the same.

When new engineering features were developed, they were incorporated immediately into full production.

Customers were encouraged to bring in their older ...

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£22,856

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£32,140

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£41,423

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