1933 Packard 1004 Super Eight Coupe Roadster

The 10th Series Packard was introduced in January 1933 and introduced a new V-shaped front grill, bullet headlights, and standard 17-inch wire wheels. Closed body styles had a more raked front windscreen and tilting door windows. The interior had an aircraft-inspired dashboard, and passenger comfort was boosted by added insulation.

The Super Eight was powered by a 385 cubic-inch straight eight-cylinder engine rated at 145 horsepower, and the Model 1004 was offered in thirteen different body styles on the generous 142-inch wheelbase platform. The redesigned brake system could be adjusted from the dashboard.

This particular example is a Packard Super 8 Model 1004 Coupe Roadster that was given a high-quality restoration by Classic Coachworks of Blenheim, Ontario, in 1997. It received a 2011 National First Prize from the Antique Automobile Club of America and also achieved both First Place Senior and Senior Premier Status with the Classic Car Club of America.

This Packard Blue Convertible Coupe, one of 788 examples produced, has Trippe lights, a metal trunk with fitted luggage, and a 3.58:1 rear-axle gear.

By Daniel Vaughan | Feb 2024