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By 1955, all Packard models featured an innovative front and rear torsion bar suspension system with automatic leveling. A pair of modern overhead-valve V-8 engines were introduced, displacing 320 and 352 cubic inches with 225 and 275 horsepower, respectively. All with a new suspension and engines, the Ultramatic automatic transmission was updated with a locking torque converter, offering the performance and economy of a manual unit.
The Caribbean was powered by the top 275 horsepower, 352 V-8 engine with dual four-barrel carburetors, and the iconic 'batwing' air cleaner. Price was set as a staggering $5,930 and just 500 were built in 1955 followed by 539 the following year.
This 'black plate' California car is remarkably original. It has had limited ownership from new with just two or three caretakers since it was built. A set of period-style whitewall tires, chrome-plated wire wheels, dual exhaust outlets, and synchronized dual-radio antennae enhance the grand presence of this very fine Caribbean.
In 2012, the car was offered for sale at the St. John's auction presented by RM Auctions. The car was estimated to sell for $70,000-$90,000. As bidding came to a close, the car had been sold for the sum of $41,250 including the buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2012
The Caribbean was powered by the top 275 horsepower, 352 V-8 engine with dual four-barrel carburetors, and the iconic 'batwing' air cleaner. Price was set as a staggering $5,930 and just 500 were built in 1955 followed by 539 the following year.
This 'black plate' California car is remarkably original. It has had limited ownership from new with just two or three caretakers since it was built. A set of period-style whitewall tires, chrome-plated wire wheels, dual exhaust outlets, and synchronized dual-radio antennae enhance the grand presence of this very fine Caribbean.
In 2012, the car was offered for sale at the St. John's auction presented by RM Auctions. The car was estimated to sell for $70,000-$90,000. As bidding came to a close, the car had been sold for the sum of $41,250 including the buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2012
2012 RM Auctions - St. Johns, Michigan
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $70,000-USD $90,000
Sale Price :
USD $41,250
1955 Packard Caribbean Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Packard Caribbean
(Data based on Model Year 1955 sales)
1955 Packard Caribbean Convertible Chassis#: 55881195 Sold for USD$57,750 2023 Mecum : Kansas City | |
1955 Packard Caribbean Convertible Chassis#: 55881256 Sold for USD$53,900 2023 Mecum : Houston | |
1955 Packard Caribbean Convertible Chassis#: 55881178 Sold for USD$44,800 2021 Worldwide Auctioneers : The 14th Annual Auburn Auction | |
1955 Packard Caribbean Chassis#: 5588-1269 Sold for USD$78,100 2020 RM Sothebys : Palm Beach Online | |
1955 Packard Caribbean Convertible Chassis#: 5588-1033 Sold for USD$56,000 2020 RM Sothebys : Amelia Island Auction | |
1955 PACKARD CARIBBEAN CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: 5588-1254 Sold for USD$39,600 2020 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale, AZ | |
1955 Packard Caribbean Convertible Chassis#: 55881169 Sold for USD$82,500 2019 Worldwide Auctioneers : The Corpus Christi Old Car Museum Auction | |
1955 Packard Caribbean Convertible Sold for USD$47,300 2019 RM Auctions : Auburn Fall | |
1955 Packard Caribbean Convertible Chassis#: 5588-1254 Sold for USD$29,120 2019 Bonhams : Greenwich Concours | |
1955 Packard Caribbean Convertible Chassis#: 5588-1403 Sold for USD$28,000 2019 Bonhams : Tupelo Auction | |
1955 Packard Caribbean Convertible Sold for USD$60,500 2019 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
1955 Packard Caribbean Convertible Sold for USD$57,200 2018 Mecum : Dallas | |
1955 PACKARD CARIBBEAN CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: 55881401 Sold for USD$60,500 2018 Barrett-Jackson : Las Vegas | |
1955 PACKARD CARIBBEAN CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: 55881244 Sold for USD$56,100 2018 Barrett-Jackson : Palm Beach | |
1955 Packard Caribbean Convertible Sold for USD$66,000 2018 Mecum : Kansas City | |
1955 PACKARD CARIBBEAN Chassis#: 55881401 Sold for USD$35,000 2018 GpK Auctions - Atlantic City | |
1955 PACKARD CARIBBEAN CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: 55881244 Sold for USD$57,200 2017 Barrett-Jackson : Las Vegas | |
1955 Packard Caribbean Convertible Sold for USD$46,000 2017 Mecum : Chicago | |
1955 PACKARD CARIBBEAN CONVERTIBLE Sold for USD$69,300 2017 Dragone Lime Rock Park | |
1955 Packard Caribbean Convertible Chassis#: 55881185 Sold for USD$58,500 2016 Mecum : Anaheim |
Packard Caribbeans That Failed To Sell At Auction
1955 Packard Caribbean's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
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1955 Packard Caribbean Convertible | 55881403 | 2024 Worldwide Auctioneers : Scottsdale | |||
1955 Packard Caribbean Convertible | 2023 Mecum : Kissimmee | $40,000 | |||
1955 Packard Caribbean Convertible | 55881229 | 2019 Worldwide Auctioneers : Riyadh Auction | |||
1955 Packard Caribbean Convertible | 2017 Russo & Steele : Scottsdale Az | ||||
1955 Packard Caribbean Convertible | 2016 Auctions America : Auburn Spring | $40,000 | |||
1955 Packard Caribbean Convertible | 5588-1341 | 2014 Motor City Auction by RM Auctions | $46,750 | $60,000 | $80,000 |
1955 Packard Caribbean Convertible | 2014 Auctions America Auburn Spring | $66,000 | |||
1955 Packard Caribbean Convertible | 2014 Auctions America Ft Lauderdale | $52,500 | |||
1955 Packard Caribbean Convertible | 2013 Auctions America Auburn Spring | $25,000 | |||
1955 Packard Caribbean Convertible Canceled Lot | 2013 Mecum Houston, Tx | ||||
1955 Packard Caribbean Convertible | 2012 Auctions America Auburn Spring | $18,000 | |||
1955 Packard Caribbean Convertible | 2012 Auctions America Ft Lauderdale, Fl | $80,000 | $100,000 | $125,000 | |
1955 Packard Carribean Convertible | 2012 Mecum Auctions Kissimmee Florida | $72,000 | |||
1955 Packard Carribean Convertible | 2010 Auctions America : Auburn Collector Car Auction | $67,500 | |||
1955 Packard Caribbean Convertible | 2010 Branson Auctions Spring 2010 | $55,620 | |||
1955 Packard Caribbean Convertible | 2009 Classic Car Auction of Michigan | $55,000 | |||
1955 PACKARD CARRIBEAN CONVERTIBLE | 2002 Kruse Auction Auburn, IN | $37,000 | |||
1955 PACKARD CARRIBEAN CONVERTIBLE | 2001 Kruse Auction Auburn, IN | $38,000 | |||
1955 PACKARD CARRIBEAN CONVERTIBLE | 2001 Kruse Auction Auburn, IN | $41,000 |
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