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On October 13, 1902 the Packard Motor Car Company was established to succeed the Ohio Automobile Company as Packard's builder. The new company moved to Detroit the following year.
Approximately 30 years later, following a decade of straight-eight production, Packard introduced the Series 1101 Eight in August of 1933. Less than 300 were produced and only about ten percent survive today. Priced at $2,580 when new, this 11th series Packard example featured a 136-inch wheelbase, adjustable vacuum-assisted mechanical brake system, automatic chassis lubrication, adjustable shock absorbers ('Ride Control'), automatic choke and an engine oil system temperature regulator, literally a cooling chamber, which was novel for the automobile of the era.
This car was sold new by the Thompson Motor Company in Beverly Hills, California, which did not deliver it until June 12, 1935. A possible reason for this delay was that the dealership, whose unique custom lubrication tag is still affixed to the dash, used it as a demonstrator vehicle. The previous California owner enjoyed the car for nearly 40 years.
'Ask the Man who Owns One' - Originating in Warren, Ohio in 1899, production was moved to Detroit in 1903 and the company closed its doors in 1958.
Introduced in August 1933, less than 300 Packard 1101's were produced. The original price was $2,580 and equipment includes the technology of the day including 'Ride Control' - shock absorbers adjustable from the dash, Adjustable Vacuum-Assisted brakes, Automatic Choke, and Automatic Chassis Lubrication.
The engine is a 320 cubic-inch, straight eight that develops 120 horsepower.
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These Tenth Series of cars were in production for only seven months, before they were replaced on August 21st of 1933 by the new Eleventh Series. The designs were very similar with the major improvements being to the vehicles mechanical components. These were necessary updates as the industry was constantly improving their products in an effort to remain in business during the difficult Great Depression era.
The Eleventh Series Packard included an oil temperature regulator which allowed for the use of the same oil viscosity number throughout the year. It regulated the temperature of the oil to suite the various driving conditions. The oil pressure could now be adjusted from outside the engine bay. The gas filler was built into the left rear taillight assembly. The engine now had a steel-back, babbit-lined crankshaft bearings.
The improvements to the design were more gradual. The 1934 Packard's had many design features that could be found on their siblings from prior years.
This 1934 Packard Eight Dual Cowl Phaeton was offered for sale at the Vintage Motor Cars sale at Hershey, PA presented by RM Auctions. It was estimated to sell for $140,000 - $180,000 and offered without reserve. It sold for slightly more than the estimates, settling at $187,000 including buyer's premium.
This is an 1101 Dual Cowl Phaeton that was given a complete frame-off restoration in the late 1970s. In 1979 it was won an AACA award. The restoration has held up well over time. It is painted in silver with dark red fenders and bright red wire wheels. The sand-colored top is equally in good condition.
Packard produced 5,210 Eights in 1934 with 34 being Phaetons.
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In 1932 Packard offered their Twin Six model which was basically two six-cylinder engines formed to make a 12-cylinder unit. Packard had poised this series to compete with the 16-cylinder Cadillac's and Marmon's. The 445.5 cubic-inch Packard engine produced 160 horsepower and was certified by the company to reach 100 mph. A certification signed by two-time Indy 500 winner Tommy Milton and the director of Packard's Proving Ground, Mr. Charlie Vincent, stated that the car had been driven 250 miles and met with Packard's standard of quality.
For 1933 Packard produced the Twelve Tenth-Series which was given an improved chassis. It was available in eleven body styles and sat atop a 142-inch wheelbase. The 147-inch wheelbase was reserved for custom coachwork. There was also eight Dietrich and LeBaron bodied Individual Customs.
In 1934 Packard introduced the Eleventh Series Twelve which were produced from 1933 through 1934.
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1934 Packard 1101 |
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| Year | 1934 |
| Make | Packard |
| Model | 1101 |
| Body Style | Convertible Coupe |
| Engine Location | Front |
| Drive Type | Rear Wheel |
| Production Years for Series | 1934 |
| Weight | 5400 lbs | 2449.4 kg |
| Combined MPG | 0.00 |
| Chassis / Engine Numbers Shown | |
| Chassis Number | 378583 |
| Chassis Number | 378984 |
| Performance | |
| 0-60 mph | 20.6 seconds. |
| Top Speed | 100 mph | 160.9 km/h Similar top speeds |
| Engine [Optional Engines] | |
| Engine Configuration | I |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Aspiration/Induction | Normal |
| Displacement | 319.20 CU IN. | 5231.7 cc. | 5.2 L. |
| Valves | 16 valves. 2 valves per cylinder. |
| Horsepower | 120.00 HP (88.3 KW) |
| HP to Weight Ratio | 45.0 LB / HP (Vehicles with similar ratio) |
| HP / Liter | 23.1 BHP / Liter |
| Compression Ratio | 7.00:1 |
| Fuel Feed | Carburetor |
| Block | Cast-iron |
| Head | Cast-iron |
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| Standard Transmission | |
| Gears | 3 |
| Transmission | Manual |
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