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1931 was a short year for Packard that officially came to an end on June 17th, 1931. There were only subtle changes to distinguish the 1930 Seventh-Series cars from the 1931 Eighth-Series cars. The hubcaps grew in size; the steering wheels had three spokes instead of four, and side lamps moved from the cowl to the front fenders.
Other changes included the engine; the 840 and 845 used the block from the 734 Speedster. This raised its previous 106 hp rating to 120 thanks to larger inlet and exhaust ports. A mechanical fuel pump replaced the vacuum tank.
The Waterhouse Company was in existence from 1928 to 1933 and was located in Webster, Massachusetts. Their craft was applied to marques such as Rolls-Royce, Cadillac, DuPont, Lincoln, Packard, Stutz, Chrysler, Marmon, and others. In total, 296 bodies of various configurations were created.
This 1931 Packard 840 Convertible Victoria with coachwork by Waterhouse was discovered and bought in Argentina in 1965 by car dealer Ed Jurist. The next owner was Packard collector Shelley Vincent III. While in Vencent's care, the car was professionally restored and then displayed at various Northeastern events. It garnered an Antique Automobile Club of America National First Place Award and won the Best of Show Belcourt Cup at the Newport, Rhode Island, Motor Car Festival.
There were only five examples of the Waterhouse Convertible Victoria built on the 840 and 845 chassis. Only two were 840s and both are still in existence. Parts of the reason for these low figures were Packard's abbreviated sales and production year.
Of the two Waterhouse 840s Convertible Victoria's still in existence, this one has twin spare tires mounted on the back, giving it greater length and sweep.
In 2007 this 840 Convertible Victoria was brought to the Gooding & Company auction held in Pebble Beach, CA where it was estimated to sell for $325,000 - $400,000 and offered without reserve. As the gavel fell for the third and final time, this former Pebble Beach winner had been sold for the sum of $330,000, including buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Apr 2008
Other changes included the engine; the 840 and 845 used the block from the 734 Speedster. This raised its previous 106 hp rating to 120 thanks to larger inlet and exhaust ports. A mechanical fuel pump replaced the vacuum tank.
The Waterhouse Company was in existence from 1928 to 1933 and was located in Webster, Massachusetts. Their craft was applied to marques such as Rolls-Royce, Cadillac, DuPont, Lincoln, Packard, Stutz, Chrysler, Marmon, and others. In total, 296 bodies of various configurations were created.
This 1931 Packard 840 Convertible Victoria with coachwork by Waterhouse was discovered and bought in Argentina in 1965 by car dealer Ed Jurist. The next owner was Packard collector Shelley Vincent III. While in Vencent's care, the car was professionally restored and then displayed at various Northeastern events. It garnered an Antique Automobile Club of America National First Place Award and won the Best of Show Belcourt Cup at the Newport, Rhode Island, Motor Car Festival.
There were only five examples of the Waterhouse Convertible Victoria built on the 840 and 845 chassis. Only two were 840s and both are still in existence. Parts of the reason for these low figures were Packard's abbreviated sales and production year.
Of the two Waterhouse 840s Convertible Victoria's still in existence, this one has twin spare tires mounted on the back, giving it greater length and sweep.
In 2007 this 840 Convertible Victoria was brought to the Gooding & Company auction held in Pebble Beach, CA where it was estimated to sell for $325,000 - $400,000 and offered without reserve. As the gavel fell for the third and final time, this former Pebble Beach winner had been sold for the sum of $330,000, including buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Apr 2008
2012 RM Auctions at Amelia Island, Fla
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $175,000-USD $225,000
Sale Price :
USD $154,000
2011 RM Auctions - Concours d'Elegance at St. Johns
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $250,000-USD $350,000
High Bid (Lot was not sold)
USD $230,000
2007 Gooding & Company
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $325,000-USD $400,000
Sale Price :
USD $330,000
1931 Packard Model 840 DeLuxe Eight Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Packard Model 840 DeLuxe Eight
(Data based on Model Year 1931 sales)
1931 Packard 840 Deluxe Eight Convertible Coupe Sold for USD$67,100 2023 RM Sothebys : Hershey | |
1931 Packard 840 Deluxe Roadster Chassis#: 188801 Sold for USD$196,000 2023 Worldwide Auctioneers : The Enthusiast Auction | |
1931 Packard 840 Deluxe Eight Phaeton Chassis#: 190411 Sold for USD$156,800 2022 RM Sothebys : Monterey | |
1931 PACKARD 840 DELUXE EIGHT ROADSTER Chassis#: 191229 Sold for USD$105,280 2020 Bonhams : Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum | |
1931 Packard 840 Custom Eight Coupe Sold for USD$59,400 2020 Mecum : Indy | |
1931 Packard 840 DeLuxe Eight 4 Passenger Coupe Chassis#: 190041 Sold for USD$56,000 2020 Bonhams : Scottsdale Arizona | |
1931 Packard 840 Dual Cowl Sport Phaeton Sold for USD$59,400 2020 Mecum Auctions : Kissimmee | |
1931 Packard 840 Deluxe Eight 2/4-Passenger Roadster Chassis#: 47249 Sold for USD$242,000 2019 Worldwide Auctioneers : Scottsdale, Arizona | |
1931 Packard Custom Eight Roadster Chassis#: 191299 Sold for USD$151,250 2018 RM Sothebys : Hershey | |
1931 Packard Custom Eight Roadster Chassis#: 189075 Sold for USD$148,500 2018 RM Sothebys : Hershey | |
1931 Packard Custom Eight Sport Phaeton Chassis#: 190860 Sold for USD$151,200 2018 RM Sothebys : Amelia Island | |
1931 Packard Series 840 Sold for USD$120,000 2018 Leake Auction : Oklahoma City | |
1931 Packard 840 DeLuxe Eight Dual Cowl Sport Phaeton Chassis#: 190397 Sold for USD$264,000 2017 Bonhams : Quail Lodge | |
1931 Packard Deluxe Eight Convertible Victoria by Dietrich Chassis#: 188700 Sold for USD$192,500 2017 RM Sotheby's : Arizona Auction | |
1931 PACKARD 840 DELUXE CONVERTIBLE COUPE Chassis#: 191094 Sold for USD$71,500 2016 Bonhams : Quail Lodge | |
1931 Packard DeLuxe Eight Convertible Coupe Sold for USD$154,000 2016 Auctions America : Fort Lauderdale | |
1931 Packard Deluxe Eight Convertible Coupe Chassis#: 479-68 Sold for USD$126,500 2013 RM Auction - Hershey | |
1931 Packard Deluxe Eight Sport Phaeton Sold for USD$118,250 2013 Auctions America - Auburn Fall | |
1931 Packard 840 Deluxe Eight Convertible Coupe Chassis#: 479-68 Sold for USD$110,000 2013 RM Auctions - Amelia Island | |
1931 Packard Deluxe Eight Convertible Victoria Chassis#: 188233 Sold for USD$154,000 2012 RM Auctions at Amelia Island, Fla |
Packard Model 840 DeLuxe Eights That Failed To Sell At Auction
1931 Packard Model 840 DeLuxe Eight's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1931 Packard 840 DeLuxe Eight Roadster | 188875 | 2023 RM Sothebys : Amelia Island | $200,000 | $240,000 | |
1931 Packard 840 Deluxe Eight 2/4-Passenger Roadster | 47249 | 2022 Worldwide Auctioneers : Scottsdale Arizona | |||
1931 Packard 840 Deluxe Eight Phaeton | 47196 | 2020 Gooding & Company : Geared Online | $225,000 | $300,000 | |
1931 Packard Deluxe Eight Convertible Coupe | 188730 | 2019 RM Sothebys : Fort Lauderdale | |||
1931 Packard 840 Roadster | 47233 | 2017 The Finest : Boca Raton | $275,000 | $300,000 | |
1931 PACKARD 840 ROADSTER | 189993 | 2016 Scottsdale, The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa | $250,000 | $275,000 | |
1931 Packard Deluxe Eight Dual Cowl Sport Phaeton | 149659 | 2014 RM Auctions Automobiles of Arizona | $165,000 | ||
1931 Packard 840 DeLuxe Rumble Seat Roadster | 188875 | 2012 RM Auctions at Amelia Island, Fla | $200,000 | $250,000 | $300,000 |
1931 Packard Deluxe Eight Convertible Victoria by Waterhouse & Co. | 188233 | 2011 RM Auctions Concours d'Elegance at St. Johns | $230,000 | $250,000 | $350,000 |
1931 Packard 840 Individual Custom Convertible Sedan by Dietrich | 840-206 | 2011 RM Auctions Concours d'Elegance at St. Johns | $190,000 | $200,000 | $300,000 |
1931 PACKARD 840 | 323840 | 2010 Silver Auction Portland | $39,000 | ||
1931 Packard Model 840 DeLuxe Eight | 2009 Automobiles of Arizona | $160,000 | $250,000 | $300,000 | |
1931 Packard 840 Roadster Roadster | 2009 Boca Raton, FL Kruse | $250,000 |
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1931 Packard Model 840 DeLuxe Eight
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