1930 Packard Series 734 Eight Speedster Runabout

The Packard 734 was available in five different body styles with total production reaching 113 examples for all body styles. This boattail runabout speedster was delivered new to a Mrs. Sealey from Portland, Oregon. It was acquired by William Harrah in 1960 and given a complete restoration. In 1986 it was acquired by its current owner.

The car is finished in a period-correct color scheme of Salmon with Chocolate Brown belt moldings, fenders, and underside. The interior is finished with Light Brown leather with Burnt Orange carpeting and a tan Haartz cloth top. Additional equipment includes chrome wire wheels wearing sharp blackwall tires, dual side-mounted spare tires, radiator stone guard, wind wings, and a 'Daphne at the Well' radiator mascot.

In 2011, the car was offered for sale in Monterey, Ca. presented by RM Auctions. It was estimated to sell for $600,000 - $800,000. As bidding came to a close, the car had been sold for the sum of $506,000, including the buyer's premium.

By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2011