Description
Charterhouse Auctioneers are pleased to offer this vehicle in our upcoming on site auction at Shapwick Hill, Shapwick, near Bridgwater TA7 9NA, from the The Gerry Wheeler Collection of Classic & Vintage Cars, being sold on Friday 20th September at 12noon. Viewing Thursday 19th September 9. 30am-4. 30pm and auction day from 9. 00am.
Registration number LXS 167
Chassis number 2562-11936
Left hand drive
Automatic
What a remarkable car, the American equivalent to Rolls Royce in its day
Possessing the advanced technology (for 1952) of power steering
The factory built body enjoys suberb quality with immaculate shut lines and efficient door and window sealing
Gorgeous Straight 8 5, 359cc 327. 0 cu engine
Presented as it would have left the factory to include its ‘Metallic Brewster Green' bodywork, and Grey Bedford cord style interior
1952 this car was the epitome of American luxury and refinement, just before American cars sprouted wings and fins, this Packard was probably a the cutting edge of the automotive technology
In the BBC TV series Planes, Trains and Automobiles Episode 1 (Aug 11th 2022) with David Jason, he drives a 1952 Straight 8 Packard as an example of developing automobile technology
Rare in the UK, very collectable
This car is virtually as new
All lots in this sale are sold as is and bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. Please read our terms and conditions
Live bidding available through our website.
NOT AVAILABLE TO PURCHASE BEFORE AUCTION
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