1934 Packard 1107 Twelve Coupe Roadster

The Eleventh Series Packard is considered by many to be the ultimate Packard Twelve. It was the last to feature the classic swept fender lines as future models would use the streamlined look. In the front, there was a vee-shaped radiator and matching headlights and fender lights. The interior is equally as elegant, with walnut trim and many luxurious appointments. Packard offered a wide array of body styles for the Twelve Series in 1934, with the Rumble Seat Coupe Roadster considered the most desirable and rare. In modern times, there are only twenty examples known to have survived the test of time. A total of fifty had been produced in 1934.

This 1934 Packard Twelve Coupe Roadster was brought to Meadow Brook for the RM Auction house to find it a new owner. The estimated value of this vehicle was set at $350,000 - $400,000 and offered without reserve. It is powered by a 445 cubic-inch twelve-cylinder engine with 160 horsepower at its disposal. There is a three-speed synchromesh gearbox with reverse, shaft drive with hypoid rear axle and four-wheel adjustable vacuum-assisted brakes.

This car has been treated to a recent restoration which was done to very high standards and took over ten years to complete.

There are covered side-mounted spare tires, black tires with red wire wheels, and a luggage rack in the rear. Wherever Packards travel, they are usually the highlight of the event. This vehicle was among the day's highlights, sharing the stage with many other gorgeous vehicles such as the three Marmons which also showed up looking for new owners. This example was highly sought after and inspired energetic bidding, as the estimated value was soon left in the dust and a new record was established, selling for $539,000.

By Daniel Vaughan | Aug 2007