1941 Packard Super-8 One-Sixty Convertible Coupe

Description

In the months leading up to the United States’ involvement in WWII, automobile output was restricted to 73.5 percent of its output in 1940, leaving buyers with a modest selection of luxury cars on the market before production halted altogether in February 1942. This saw the Packard Super-8 One-Sixty – introduced in 1940 to replace the first-generation Super-8 – last only three model years. Those with the means and foresight to purchase a One-Sixty were met with luxury and plenty of power from its in-line eight-cylinder, 356 cu-in engine producing 160 horsepower. Offered as a sedan, convertible, limousine, or town car, the One-Sixty remains a desirable American classic for its powerful engine, classic styling, and comfortable driving characteristics.

Highlights

• Please note this vehicle is titled by its engine number

• Authentic example retaining its original chassis plate

• Benefits from a fine older restoration, finished in striking red with gleaming brightwork throughout

• Interior trimmed in thick and supple tan leather hides 

• Tan canvas power convertible top operates smoothly and is accompanied by a matching boot cover

• Power is transmitted to the rear wheels via a “three on the tree” column-shifted manual transmission

• Steel wheels with chrome “Packard 160” wheel covers and mounted with Bedford wide-whitewall tires complement the wonderful exterior

• Classic Car Club of America (CCCA) Full Classic

• Well preserved since restoration, this One-Sixty Convertible is offered with the five-digit odometer currently displaying just under 80,000 miles at the time of listing, however, the true mileage is unknown

Features

• Chrome front and rear bumpers 

• Dual side-mounted spare tires with metal covers

• Dual chrome side-view mirrors

• Rear fender skirts

• Driver’s side spotlight

• Unity fog lamps 

• Optional front and rear chrome grille guards

• Packard Goddess of Speed hood mascot

• Wood-grained dash

• Three-spoke steering wheel

• Clock

• Push-button AM radio

• Lockable glovebox

• Front bench seat

• Manual roll-up windows

• Front vent windows

• Carpeted trunk

Known Imperfections

• Paint bubbling near the right-front fender 

• Paint bubbling forward of the driver‘s side lower cowl

Ownership History

The One-Sixty Convertible was likely acquired by the current owner in 2017. 

Additional Notes

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

Contact: Donnie Gould Phone: 954.647.0779 email: donnie.gould@broadarrowgroup.com

Sales Tax Notice to Arkansas, Mississippi, and West Virginia Bidders:  Because this car is located in Florida, Hagerty Marketplace may be required to collect and remit Florida sales tax on your purchase, even if you plan to register it outside of Florida.  Unlike most other states, the states of Arkansas, Mississippi, and West Virginia may not provide a full credit against sales taxes paid to Florida.  For additional information, please consult this publication and your own tax advisor regarding sales taxes applicable to cars located in Florida that are sold to residents of another state.

Optional vehicle service contract available for $950. Learn more about the program here.