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There were just 446 Packard Twelves built in 1939 and the Brunn Touring Cabriolets numbered in single digits. They were the priciest Packards, selling for $1,500 more than the most expensive Rollston Town Car.
This Brunn Collapsible Touring Cabriolet is body number 1 and is a largely original car. The original owner (believed to have been British-born bandleader and composer Ray Noble) purchased the car from Earle C. Anthony, the legendary Los Angeles distributor.
The exterior of the dark is painted black and all the exterior brightwork is in good condition. There are wide whitewall tires, twin side-mount spares, with hardcovers coupled with a commodious trunk and an external folding trunk rack. The interior is tan cloth with walnut accents in the passenger compartment. There is an optional column shifter and an L-head V12 engine offering 175 horsepower.
In 2009, this car was brought to RM Auctions 'Vintage Motor Cars of Meadow Brook' where it was estimated to sell for $175,000-$225,000. As bidding came to a close, the lot had been sold for the sum of $166,100, including the buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Sep 2009
This Brunn Collapsible Touring Cabriolet is body number 1 and is a largely original car. The original owner (believed to have been British-born bandleader and composer Ray Noble) purchased the car from Earle C. Anthony, the legendary Los Angeles distributor.
The exterior of the dark is painted black and all the exterior brightwork is in good condition. There are wide whitewall tires, twin side-mount spares, with hardcovers coupled with a commodious trunk and an external folding trunk rack. The interior is tan cloth with walnut accents in the passenger compartment. There is an optional column shifter and an L-head V12 engine offering 175 horsepower.
In 2009, this car was brought to RM Auctions 'Vintage Motor Cars of Meadow Brook' where it was estimated to sell for $175,000-$225,000. As bidding came to a close, the lot had been sold for the sum of $166,100, including the buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Sep 2009
Over the course of 1939, only 446 Packard Twelves would be built. Among those, it is estimated that fewer than ten would be examples of Brunn's touring cabriolets. This then is one exceptional Packard. But the distinguished nature of this car doesn't end there.
Bearing the style number 4086, it is believed this particular car was the first of just two bearing the style number over the course of Packard's 1939 production run. Not surprisingly, this car would end up in Los Angeles as one of the most expensive models ever to be produced and in the hands of Earle C. Anthony, the 'dealer to the stars'.
While there are many details that are certain, there are some other stories that remain a legend. One of those includes the theory the car's first owner was none other than actor and bandleader Ray Noble.
Putting legend behind, the Touring Cabriolet would end up in the hands of Sam DelRusso Sr. DelRusso would own the car for a number of years, but then, it would end up the property of Robert Castignetti of Massachusetts. Following a period of time with Castignetti, the Touring Cabriolet would move on to become a part of Richard and Linda Kughn's collection.
Besides the legends, there would be some other details of the 1939 Packard Twelve Touring Cabriolet that would set it apart from the rest of the herd. Some of those exclusive details would include a column-shifted transmission, walnut accents throughout the interior, dual side-mounted spares, an external folding trunk rack, and the See-Rite side-view mirrors. But then there were the dual-tinted 'Neutralite' skylights positioned above the windshield. These were unique Brunn innovations.
Boasting a semi-collapsible top and folding rear portion, this Packard was is a true Touring Cabriolet providing all passengers with a special motoring experience. One of the final 'catalogue customs', this 1939 Packard Twelve is certainly exquisite inside and out.
Filled with delicate touches and quite unique features, this Packard Twelve Touring Cabriolet is beyond rare. The 175bhp V-12 engine, column-mounted shifter and the other Brunn impressions all help to tell a story that needs no legends or myths. It is a story of exclusivity and striking a chord through mechanical art.
This 1939 Packard Twelve Touring Cabriolet, with its body by Brunn, would be a part of RM Auctions' 2014 Hershey event. Highly original and considered well-preserved, the car would draw pre-auction estimates ranging from between $130,000 and $160,000. In the end, the car would find a new owner garnering a sale price of $143,000.By Jeremy McMullen
Bearing the style number 4086, it is believed this particular car was the first of just two bearing the style number over the course of Packard's 1939 production run. Not surprisingly, this car would end up in Los Angeles as one of the most expensive models ever to be produced and in the hands of Earle C. Anthony, the 'dealer to the stars'.
While there are many details that are certain, there are some other stories that remain a legend. One of those includes the theory the car's first owner was none other than actor and bandleader Ray Noble.
Putting legend behind, the Touring Cabriolet would end up in the hands of Sam DelRusso Sr. DelRusso would own the car for a number of years, but then, it would end up the property of Robert Castignetti of Massachusetts. Following a period of time with Castignetti, the Touring Cabriolet would move on to become a part of Richard and Linda Kughn's collection.
Besides the legends, there would be some other details of the 1939 Packard Twelve Touring Cabriolet that would set it apart from the rest of the herd. Some of those exclusive details would include a column-shifted transmission, walnut accents throughout the interior, dual side-mounted spares, an external folding trunk rack, and the See-Rite side-view mirrors. But then there were the dual-tinted 'Neutralite' skylights positioned above the windshield. These were unique Brunn innovations.
Boasting a semi-collapsible top and folding rear portion, this Packard was is a true Touring Cabriolet providing all passengers with a special motoring experience. One of the final 'catalogue customs', this 1939 Packard Twelve is certainly exquisite inside and out.
Filled with delicate touches and quite unique features, this Packard Twelve Touring Cabriolet is beyond rare. The 175bhp V-12 engine, column-mounted shifter and the other Brunn impressions all help to tell a story that needs no legends or myths. It is a story of exclusivity and striking a chord through mechanical art.
This 1939 Packard Twelve Touring Cabriolet, with its body by Brunn, would be a part of RM Auctions' 2014 Hershey event. Highly original and considered well-preserved, the car would draw pre-auction estimates ranging from between $130,000 and $160,000. In the end, the car would find a new owner garnering a sale price of $143,000.By Jeremy McMullen
2014 RM Auctions - Hershey
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $130,000-USD $160,000
Sale Price :
USD $143,000
2013 RM Auctions - St John's
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $140,000-USD $180,000
Sale Price :
USD $123,750
2009 Vintage Motor Cars of Meadow Brook
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $175,000-USD $225,000
Sale Price :
USD $166,100
1939 Packard 1708 Twelve Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Packard 1708 Twelve
(Data based on Model Year 1939 sales)
1939 Packard Twelve Convertible Sedan Sold for USD$118,250 2023 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
1939 Packard Twelve 1708 Convertible Sedan Chassis#: 1253-2015 Sold for USD$106,400 2019 Gooding & Company : Scottsdale Arizona | |
1939 Packard 1708 V-12 7-Passenger Limousine Sold for USD$47,300 2018 Mecum : Las Vegas | |
1939 Packard 1708 V-12 Brunn Touring Cabriolet Sold for USD$170,500 2018 Mecum : Las Vegas | |
1939 Packard Twelve Convertible Sedan Chassis#: 1253-2017 Sold for USD$170,500 2016 RM Sotheby's : Hershey | |
1939 Packard Twelve 1708 Convertible Sedan Chassis#: 12532017 Sold for USD$160,600 2015 Bonhams : Greenwich Concours | |
1939 Packard Twelve Touring Cabriolet by Brunn Sold for USD$143,000 2014 RM Auctions - Hershey | |
1939 Packard Twelve Touring Cabriolet by Brunn Sold for USD$137,500 2014 Auctions America - Auburn Spring | |
1939 Packard Twelve Convertible Sedan Chassis#: B602122 Sold for USD$140,250 2013 RM Auction - Hershey | |
1939 Packard Twelve Touring Cabriolet by Brunn Chassis#: B602030A Sold for USD$123,750 2013 RM Auctions - St John's | |
1939 Packard Twelve All Weather Cabriolet by Brunn Chassis#: 17082002 Sold for USD$178,750 2011 RM Auctions - Concours d'Elegance at St. Johns | |
1939 Packard Twelve Five-Passenger Convertible Sedan Sold for USD$170,500 2010 Gooding and Company : The Amelia Island Auction | |
1939 Packard Twelve Convertible Sedan Sold for USD$275,000 2010 Gooding and Company - Scottsdale Auction | |
1939 Packard 1708 Twelve Chassis#: B602303A Sold for USD$166,100 2009 Vintage Motor Cars of Meadow Brook | |
1939 Packard Model 1708 Convertible Sedan Sold for USD$176,000 2009 Collector Cars of Fort Lauderdale | |
1939 Packard 1708 Twelve Sold for USD$64,900 2008 Vintage Motor Cars of Hershey by RM Auctions | |
1939 Packard 1708 Twelve Sold for USD$176,000 2008 Vintage Motor Cars of Meadow Brook | |
1939 Packard 1708 Touring Limo Sold for USD$65,270 2006 The Florida Collector Car Auction | |
1939 Packard Twelve All Weather Town Car Chassis#: B602426 Sold for USD$126,500 2006 Vintage Motor Cars in Arizona | |
1939 Packard V12 Touring Sedan Chassis#: B602259 Sold for USD$33,000 2004 Vintage Motor Cars at Amelia Island |
Packard 1708 Twelves That Failed To Sell At Auction
1939 Packard 1708 Twelve's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1939 Packard 1708 Brunn Touring Cabriolet | 2016 Dragone Auction Greenwich Weekend Auction | $125,000 | $175,000 | ||
1939 Packard Twelve 1708 Convertible Sedan | 2015 Auctions America Auburn Fall | $160,000 | |||
1939 Packard Series 1708 Twelve Touring Cabriolet | 1708-2014 | 2012 Bonhams Quail Lodge Sale | $160,000 | $180,000 | |
1939 Packard Twelve Series 1708 Brunn All Weather Cabriolet | E17082016 | 2012 Worldwide Auctions Atlantic City Classic Car | |||
1939 Packard Model 1708 7 Passenger Limousine | 2011 Leake Car Auctions Tulsa 39th Annual Leake Auto Auction | $39,000 | |||
1939 Packard Model 1708 Formal Sedan | B 602120 | 2009 Greenwich Concours d'Elegance, Collectors' Motorcars and Automobilia | $50,000 | $60,000 | |
1939 Packard Twelve Armored Convertible Sedan | B602138 | 2008 Sports & Classics of Monterey by RM Auctions | $375,000 | $500,000 | $900,000 |
1939 Packard 1707 12-Cylinder Victoria Convertible | 2006 The Florida Collector Car Auction | $235,000 | |||
1939 Packard Twelve All Weather Town Car | B602426 | 2005 Vintage Motor Cars at Meadow Brook Hall | $130,000 | $175,000 | $225,000 |
1939 PACKARD FOUR DOOR CONVERTIBLE | 2001 Kruse Auction Auburn, IN | $180,000 |
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