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The Packard 180 made its debut in 1941 in New York and was to be a replacement for the legendary Packard Twelve. The Packard 180, along with the companion 160 Series, had a modern design with headlights integrated into the fenders for the first time. The interior was equally as modern, with a dash fascia molded almost entirely in plastic.
World War II would halt production and after the war, the company sold its tooling to the Russians. This left the mid-priced Clipper as the company's sole offering after the war. The art of coachbuilding was also coming to a close, as new construction methods all but did away with this craft. Howard 'Dutch' Darrin was one of the few coachbuilders that survived past the late thirties. Darrin had relocated to California and opened a shop in Hollywood where his work catered to the stars.
Near the close of the 1930s, Darrin created a series of special-bodied Convertible Victorias atop the Packard chassis. They were distinguished by their 'vee' windshields, long hoods, and the famous 'Darrin dip' in the beltline near the rear of the doors. The popularity of these cars quickly rose and in response, Darrin set up production in Connersville, Indiana. They carried a relatively high price tag of $4,595, but they had the style to match. All of the circa 50 examples produced were sold. Fifteen were assembled for 1942 before WWII put a halt to production.
This example was one of the 15 produced in 1942 and was used in the filming of the 1970s television detective series Banacek, starring George Peppard. During the 1990s, the car was treated to a restoration by Packard collector Ralph Marano.
This Packard One-Eighty is the only Convertible Victoria to feature a three-position convertible top - meaning the top can be either closed, completely open, or partially open.
Mounted under the bonnet is an L-head eight-cylinder engine that displaces 356 cubic inches and produced 165 horsepower. There is a three-speed transmission and four-wheel hydraulic brakes.
In 2008 this Darrin-bodied car was brought to RM Auctions 'Vintage Motor Cars of Meadow Brook' where it was estimated to sell for $225,000 - $275,000. Bidding exceeded those expectations as the lot was sold for $330,000, including the buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Sep 2008
World War II would halt production and after the war, the company sold its tooling to the Russians. This left the mid-priced Clipper as the company's sole offering after the war. The art of coachbuilding was also coming to a close, as new construction methods all but did away with this craft. Howard 'Dutch' Darrin was one of the few coachbuilders that survived past the late thirties. Darrin had relocated to California and opened a shop in Hollywood where his work catered to the stars.
Near the close of the 1930s, Darrin created a series of special-bodied Convertible Victorias atop the Packard chassis. They were distinguished by their 'vee' windshields, long hoods, and the famous 'Darrin dip' in the beltline near the rear of the doors. The popularity of these cars quickly rose and in response, Darrin set up production in Connersville, Indiana. They carried a relatively high price tag of $4,595, but they had the style to match. All of the circa 50 examples produced were sold. Fifteen were assembled for 1942 before WWII put a halt to production.
This example was one of the 15 produced in 1942 and was used in the filming of the 1970s television detective series Banacek, starring George Peppard. During the 1990s, the car was treated to a restoration by Packard collector Ralph Marano.
This Packard One-Eighty is the only Convertible Victoria to feature a three-position convertible top - meaning the top can be either closed, completely open, or partially open.
Mounted under the bonnet is an L-head eight-cylinder engine that displaces 356 cubic inches and produced 165 horsepower. There is a three-speed transmission and four-wheel hydraulic brakes.
In 2008 this Darrin-bodied car was brought to RM Auctions 'Vintage Motor Cars of Meadow Brook' where it was estimated to sell for $225,000 - $275,000. Bidding exceeded those expectations as the lot was sold for $330,000, including the buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Sep 2008
2008 Vintage Motor Cars of Meadow Brook
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $225,000-USD $275,000
Sale Price :
USD $330,000
1942 Packard Super-8 One-Eighty Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Packard Super-8 One-Eighty
(Data based on Model Year 1942 sales)
1942 Packard Super Eight 180 All-Weather Town Car by Rollson Chassis#: 1550-2043 Sold for USD$41,250 2023 RM Sothebys : Hershey | |
1942 Packard Custom Super Eight One-Eighty Special Darrin Victoria Convertible Chassis#: 1529-2009 Sold for USD$885,000 2021 Worldwide Auctioneers : The 14th Annual Auburn Auction | |
1942 Packard Custom Super Eight 180 Convertible Victoria Chassis#: 1529-2006 Sold for USD$324,000 2021 Gooding & Company : Pebble Beach Concours Auction | |
1942 Packard Clipper One Eighty Convertible Victoria by Darrin Chassis#: 1529-2004 Sold for USD$401,000 2018 RM Sothebys : Amelia Island | |
1942 Packard 180 Darrin Sold for USD$330,000 2008 Vintage Motor Cars of Meadow Brook | |
1942 Packard 180 Super Eight Convertible Victoria Chassis#: E502240 Sold for USD$280,500 2004 Gooding & Company Pebble Beach Auction | |
1942 Packard Super 8 One Eighty Darrin Sold for USD$240,750 2004 The Florida Collector Car Auction | |
1942 Packard Super 8-180 Victoria Sold for USD$214,500 2003 Vintage Motor Cars at Meadow Brook Hall | |
1942 Packard Darrin Convertible Sold for USD$270,300 2002 Michigan Fall Classic Car Auction - The Kughn Collection |
Packard Super-8 One-Eightys That Failed To Sell At Auction
1942 Packard Super-8 One-Eighty's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
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