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1932 Packard Model 905 Twin Six Navigation
The Ninth Series of Packard automobiles was introduced in 1932. Called for only this season the Twin Six and the Twelve every season thereafter, its 12-cylinder engine produced 160 horsepower and 322 pound-feet of torque. The 'modified L-head' configuration of the engine had a zero-lash valve train using a center-mounted camshaft to actuate nearly horizontal valves with hydraulic tappets for quiet operation.
This particular example wears Convertible Victoria coachwork designed by Raymond Dietrich. It is one of three known surviving examples of this style on the Twin Six chassis and the only one of these with wooden artillery wheels. Measuring 17 inches, the wheels are an inch shorter than the standard wheels fitted to these Packards.
This Packard was tested at the Packard Proving Grounds on July 8, 1932.
It is believed that this Packard was once owned or possibly restored by Packard collector and restorer John Wheatley. It was sold by him to Guy Beatty of McLean, Virginia, who kept it until his passing, at which time ownership changed to a Packard connoisseur in the Midwest. In his ownership, the car was extensively freshened, both cosmetically and mechanically, by 'Jocko' McNeil of The Enthusiast Garage in Monroe, Michigan.
This Packard is finished in Packard Maroon with red pinstripes, a black top with burgundy piping, and complimented by a tan leather interior.
In 2023, this Packard was shown at the Amelia Concours d'Elegance.By Daniel Vaughan | Dec 2023
This particular example wears Convertible Victoria coachwork designed by Raymond Dietrich. It is one of three known surviving examples of this style on the Twin Six chassis and the only one of these with wooden artillery wheels. Measuring 17 inches, the wheels are an inch shorter than the standard wheels fitted to these Packards.
This Packard was tested at the Packard Proving Grounds on July 8, 1932.
It is believed that this Packard was once owned or possibly restored by Packard collector and restorer John Wheatley. It was sold by him to Guy Beatty of McLean, Virginia, who kept it until his passing, at which time ownership changed to a Packard connoisseur in the Midwest. In his ownership, the car was extensively freshened, both cosmetically and mechanically, by 'Jocko' McNeil of The Enthusiast Garage in Monroe, Michigan.
This Packard is finished in Packard Maroon with red pinstripes, a black top with burgundy piping, and complimented by a tan leather interior.
In 2023, this Packard was shown at the Amelia Concours d'Elegance.By Daniel Vaughan | Dec 2023
Packard, like all manufacturers, was feeling the effects of the Depression following the stock market crash in 1929. The company astounded the automotive world when it introduced its 9th Series for 1932 at that year's New York Auto Show with a range-topping vehicle – the Twin Six - utilizing Packard's largest chassis and a 160hp 445.5cid V-12. Reputedly, the engine was on the drawing boards prior to the Crash. In reality, in order to maintain supremacy in the luxury market, Packard was forced to offer a multi-cylinder engine to compete with other luxury car manufacturers. According to the owner, this is car #7 of 10 convertible victorias produced for 1932 and one of 4 that remains today. It retains the original Packard Proving Grounds test stickers under the glovebox dated July 8, 1932. In addition, it is the only convertible victoria known to include the optional 18' color-coordinated artillery wheels.
2024 Worldwide Auctioneers : Auburn Auction
Sale Price :
USD $390,000
2023 RM Sothebys : Monterey
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $425,000-USD $500,000
Lot was not sold
2022 Worldwide Auctioneers : The Auburn Auction
Sale Price :
USD $417,500
1932 Packard Model 905 Twin Six Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Packard Model 905 Twin Six
(Data based on Model Year 1932 sales)
1932 Packard 905 Twin Six Convertible Victoria Chassis#: 900569 Sold for USD$495,000 2025 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
1932 Packard 905 Twin-Six Convertible Victoria Chassis#: 900430 Sold for USD$390,000 2024 Worldwide Auctioneers : Auburn Auction | ![]() ![]() |
1932 Packard Twin Six Coupe Roadster Chassis#: 900471 Sold for USD$692,500 2024 Broad Arrow Auctions : Amelia | ![]() ![]() |
1932 PACKARD TWIN SIX 905 COUPE ROADSTER Chassis#: 900402 Sold for USD$324,000 2023 Gooding & Company : Pebble Beach | ![]() ![]() |
1932 Packard 905 Twin-Six Convertible Victoria Chassis#: 587–18 Sold for USD$417,500 2022 Worldwide Auctioneers : The Auburn Auction | ![]() ![]() |
1932 Packard Twin Six Convertible Victoria Chassis#: 900404 Sold for USD$511,000 2022 RM Sothebys : Amelia Island | ![]() ![]() |
1932 Packard Twin Six Convertible Victoria Chassis#: 900404 Sold for USD$665,000 2021 RM Sothebys : Monterey | ![]() ![]() |
1932 Packard Twin Six 905 Sport Phaeton Chassis#: 900179 Sold for USD$204,300 2021 Worldwide Auctioneers : The Enthusiast Auction | |
1932 Packard Twin-Six Coupe Roadster Chassis#: 900371 Sold for USD$212,800 2019 Bonhams : Scottsdale Arizona | |
1932 Packard Twin Six Roadster Coupe Chassis#: 57963 Sold for USD$460,000 2016 Mecum : Monterey | |
1932 Packard Twin Six Coupe Roadster Chassis#: 900471 Sold for USD$1,210,000 2016 RM Sothebys : Amelia Island | ![]() ![]() |
1932 PACKARD TWIN SIX SPORT PHAETON Chassis#: 900202 Sold for USD$342,347 2015 Bonhams : The Frederiksen Auction | |
1932 Packard Twin Six Sport Phaeton Chassis#: 900363 Sold for USD$330,000 2013 RM Auctions - St John's | ![]() ![]() |
1932 Packard Twin Six Model 905 Coupe Roadster Chassis#: 579-64 Sold for USD$737,000 2012 Gooding and Company - The Scottsdale Auction | ![]() ![]() |
1932 Packard Twin Six 2/4P Coupe Roadster Chassis#: 900049 Sold for USD$550,000 2011 Automobiles of Arizona by RM Auctions | ![]() ![]() |
1932 Packard Twin Six Coupe Roadster Chassis#: 900049 Sold for USD$660,000 2008 RM Auctions - Automobiles of Arizona | ![]() ![]() |
1932 Packard Twin Six Display Engine Sold for USD$23,000 2007 Vintage Motor Cars at Hershey | |
1932 Packard Twin Six Sport Phaeton Chassis#: 900363 Sold for USD$462,000 2007 RM Auctions - The McMullen Collection | ![]() ![]() |
Packard Model 905 Twin Sixs That Failed To Sell At Auction
1932 Packard Model 905 Twin Six's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1932 Packard 905 Twin Six Coupe Roadster | 57961 | 2025 Mecum : Kissimmee | $400,000 | $550,000 | $600,000 |
1932 Packard 905 Twin Six Coupe Roadster | 57961 | 2024 Mecum : Monterey | $475,000 | $600,000 | $650,000 |
1932 Packard 905 Twin Six Coupe Roadster | 57961 | 2024 Mecum : Indy | $500,000 | $600,000 | $700,000 |
1932 Packard 905 Twin Six Coupe Roadster | 57961 | 2024 Mecum : Kissimmee | $500,000 | $550,000 | $600,000 |
1932 Packard Twin Six Convertible Victoria | 900430 | 2023 RM Sothebys : Monterey | $425,000 | $500,000 | |
1932 Packard 905 Twin Six Coupe Roadster | 57961 | 2023 Mecum : 2023 Monterey | $575,000 | $600,000 | $800,000 |
1932 PACKARD TWIN SIX 905 COUPE ROADSTER | 900416 | 2022 Gooding & Company : Pebble Beach | $300,000 | $400,000 | |
1932 Packard Twin Six Coupe Roadster | 2019 RM Auctions : Auburn Fall | ||||
1932 Packard Twin-Six Coupe Roadster | 900371 | 2019 Worldwide Auctioneers : Pacific Grove Auction | |||
1932 Packard Twin Six Individual Custom Convertible Sedan by Dietrich | 900104 | 2018 RM Sothebys : Scottsdale, Az. | $700,000 | $800,000 | |
1932 Packard Twin Six Model 905 Sport Phaeton | 581 15 | 2011 Gooding and Company Pebble Beach Auctions | $400,000 | $600,000 | |
1932 Packard Model 905 Twin Six | 2009 Automobiles of Arizona | $250,000 | $350,000 | $450,000 |
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1932 Packard Model 905 Twin Six
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