1947 Packard Custom Super Clipper Sedan

Description

The 1947 Packard Custom Super Clipper emerged as the pinnacle of luxury in Packard’s postwar “21st Series,” positioned atop a four-tiered lineup that included the Clipper Six, Deluxe Eight, Super Clipper Eight, and its flagship—the Custom Super Clipper Eight. Designed in 1941 by Dutch Darrin with flowing, integrated “fade-away” fenders, its modern styling carried into the 1946–47 postwar revival. Under its hood, the Custom Super Clipper featured Packard’s largest engine: a 356ci straight-eight with a nine-main-bearing crankshaft, hydraulic valve lifters, and a three-speed manual transmission with overdrive—capable of comfortably cruising over 100 mph. 

Lavish inside and out, this 1947 Super Clipper is finished in a Vanderbilt Gray Metallic exterior set off with a recently reupholstered rich blue fabric interior with creme-colored piping. The Elm Burled wood accent trim with Elm Straight woodgraining on the door caps is beautifully placed throughout the cabin, a custom period-correct steering wheel was commissioned, and the factory Philco push-button radio remains in place. The current owner obtained this Super Clipper in 2016, and extensive maintenance and restoration receipts are included with the vehicle.  

This 1947 Packard Custom Super Clipper is now offered by the seller on consignment with prior restoration and general service records, two Packard-labeled folding chairs with umbrellas, and a clean Arizona title in the current owner’s name.

Factory Equipment 

• 356ci straight-eight engine  

• 3-speed manual transmission with overdrive 

• “Goddess of Speed” hood ornament 

• Whitewall tires 

• Fog lights 

• Heater and defroster 

• Philco push-button radio 

• George W. Borg dashboard clock 

Modifications 

• Refinished in Vanderbilt Gray Metallic paint under previous ownership 

• Reupholstered interior with blue fabric and creme piping in 2017 

• Custom-built steering wheel to match the period-correct style  

• Aftermarket water temperature gauge 

• Packard-branded floor mats 

 Servicing & Documentation  

• October 2025: Rebuilt carburetor 

• September 2025: Replaced battery 

• 2023: Replaced ignition coil 

• 2018: Replaced spark plugs 

• 2017: Replaced various engine gaskets and fuel pump 

• 2010: Replaced rear axle bearings 

• 205/75/R15 Coker Classic tires with 2020 date codes 

Known Imperfections  

• Some paint overspray is noted by the seller 

• Some exterior/interior chrome and stainless trim imperfections

Ownership History 

This 1947 Packard Custom Super Clipper was purchased in 2016 by the current owner from a dealer in Illinois. The current owner states the mileage could be original, and its history of preservation, along with the restored interior and original features, provides the next owner a solid platform that can be enjoyed today while offering room for further enhancements.

Included Items 

• Two Packard-labeled folding chairs and umbrellas 

• Restoration and general service records 

• Spare wheel/tire and factory jack 

• Two keys 

Additional Information 

From the seller, “The current owner grew up in South Africa and remembers seeing these Packards as a child; always wanted one of his own. Finally, he was able to purchase this Custom Super Clipper and spent a lot of time and money bringing it to its current condition."