1949 Packard Bayliff Lebaron

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE  

The Neoclassic car has been around for some time yet rarely are they conceived and executed as well as this 1949 Packard Lebaron by Bayliff. It clearly draws inspiration from classic cars of the past, particularly the iconic Lebaron custom-bodied Packard Pontoon-fendered four-passenger convertibles showcased at car exhibitions in 1934. It incorporates modern engineering and technology from the era of its construction in 2000 and naturally exhibits timeless styling cues with its long hood, sweeping fenders, elegant lines, and ornate detailing. It is offered from The Peters Family Collection with V8 propulsion, numerous power amenities, and acres of style surely to go noticed at any event it graces.   

Highlights  

• Offered from The Peters Family Collection 

• Titled as a 1949 Packard 

• Coachwork by Bayliff Coach Corporation of Lima, Ohio 

• Built by C. Budd Bayliff, owner of the Packard name and trademarks 

• Styling reminiscent of the recognized Lebaron custom-bodied Packard Pontoon-fendered four-passenger convertibles from 1934 

• 5.4-liter Ford overhead-cam V8 engine producing 260 horsepower 

• Floor shift automatic transmission 

• Finished in maroon over a tan leather interior with burgundy piping 

• This 1949 Packard Bayliff Lebaron is offered with 2,233 miles at the time of listing, believed to be original since construction in July 2000 

Features  

• 100-spoke knockoff chrome wire wheels with Coker Classic whitewalls 

• Cormorant radiator mascot 

• Rear fender skirts with Packard badge 

• Power steering 

• Power disc brakes 

• Power windows 

• Electric locking trunk 

• Dual rearview mirrors 

• Driving lights 

• Banjo steering wheel 

• Vintage-style AutoMeter gauges 

• Sony CD stereo 

• Air conditioning 

• Duesenberg-style exhaust tips 

• 19 feet in overall length 

Known Imperfections  

• Tears (some small) in the convertible top fabric (please see pictures) 

• Small stone chips on the lower section of the rear fenders 

• Paint swirl marks 

• Some Paint Fading in door jamb 

Included  

• Spare, trunk-mounted wheel 

• Jack 

• Three-piece leather convertible top boot cover set 

• Holley EFI Terminator X Handheld Controller in glovebox 

Ownership History  

Built by C. Budd Bayliff, owner of the Bayliff Custom Coach Corporation of Lima, Ohio, this 1949-titled Packard was originally conceived as a prototype for a limited run of Bayliff Lebarons. An impressive blend of new and old, it joined The Peters Family Collection in 2022 as a one-off representative of the Neoclassic genre.   

Additional Notes       

A Broad Arrow Group Consignment Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle.   

 Contact: Cason Vogel Phone: 904.504.7848 email: cvogel@hagerty.com