1956 Packard Caribbean chassis information. 4304

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Custom Convertible

This is an example of the last in the Caribbean series and of the last utrue/u Packard. (The 1957 & 1958 Packard's were re-labeled Studebakers).

The 1956 Caribbean was very technologically advanced for the era and was the most powerful American 'production' car offered in 1956. This particular car has most of the available options for 1956 with the exception of air conditioning (a Packard accessory since 1939). This (as all Caribbeans) was built at Mitchell Bentley Corp. in Ionia, Michigan with Packard components for Packard on a custom basis.

The '56 model is the last in the distinctive Caribbean series begun in 1953. The first (53) model was a simple and clean classic design that is still admired today. Its silhouette is found on current Rolls-Royce models. The 1955 and this last (1956) version succumbed to industry market pressures. Their distinctive tri-color paint scheme (Dover white, Danube blue and Roman cooper), hooded headlights and 'cathedral' tail lamps underscore the mid-50's decor.

This car is mostly original and has been driven about 50,000 miles since new. The interior space is incredible and the seating is opulent.

This car was a featured participant on 'the Miracle Mile' in Disney's nationally televised 'Christmas 2005 - Festival of Lights Parade' in downtown Chicago.

The Packard Club's registry is able to document only 61 of these cars remaining.

Event	Group
Volo Auto Museum	1947-1960