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£314,000
1930 PACKARD 734 'BOATTAIL' SPEEDSTER RUNABOUT
Christies • United States • 19 Aug 2001
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AI Listing Summary
This 1930 Packard 734 'Boattail' Speedster Runabout is a rare and valuable classic, with only 11 believed to exist today. It boasts custom coachwork by Packard, a powerful straight-eight engine, and a well-documented history of ownership, making it a highly desirable collector's item.
Condition
8
The car is described as being in magnificent condition with a two-tone color scheme, brightwork, and a well-presented interior. It has been enjoyed during its present ownership and used in touring events. The engine bay is detailed, and the engine has the correct type of carburetor and ribbed exhaust manifold.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
184084
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RHD/LHD:
LHD
1930 PACKARD 734 'BOATTAIL' SPEEDSTER RUNABOUT
CUSTOM COACHWORK BY PACKARD
Chassis No.
184084
Engine No.
184092
Body No.
442-23
Red with burgundy fenders, black leather interior and beige soft top
Engine: straight eight, water cooled side valves, Detroit Lubricator dual throat carburetor, 384ci., 145bhp at 3,400rpm with high compression head 6.0:1 compression; Gearbox: four-speed manual; Suspension: front and rear semi-elliptic leaf springs; Brakes: finned drums all around.
Left hand drive.
In 1930 the Packard 734 'Boattail' Speedster Runabout was introduced to the American public.
Within a short time, the car had become an ultimate classic and is now heralded by enthusiasts as one of the most valuable and special Packards ever built - a true classic American hot rod.
It is believed that a mere thirty-nine of these high performance Runabouts were built.
Today only eleven genuine examples remain.
Coveted by their current owners for their stylish design, remarkable perfo...
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£334,964
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£1,214,370
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£1,367,150
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