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This 1931 Packard 840 DeLuxe Eight Convertible Victoria has coachwork by Waterhouse and is a former Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance Class Winner. It is black with a burgundy leather interior and a black cloth top. The engine is a 385 cubic-inch L-head eight-cylinder unit with a single updraft carburetor which produces an impressive 120 horsepower. The four-speed manual gearbox sends power to the rear wheels while the four-wheel mechanical drums provide the stopping power. This two-door left-hand drive vehicle was auctioned at the 2006 Christies Auction in Monterey California where it was expected to fetch $400000-$500000. At the close of the bidding, it had found a new owner at a price of $449500.
The Packard Company built a tradition and reputation for style, durability, quality, and reliability. The eight-cylinder engine was very refined for the 1930 era. It was smooth, quiet, and capable of carrying the vehicles at a respectable pace. The owners of a Packard were instantly recognized as higher class individuals as the vehicles personified success in every dimension.
The Eight Series Packards were introduced in 1930 during a rough time in American history with the stock market crisis in full force. The world's economy was in question and during this time many businesses went into bankruptcy.
Though it was customary at the time, Packard made the decision to bring all body building in-house, rather than outsourcing the work. This was done to eliminate the lucrative custom coach-building commissions. To increase its position in the market, the company lowered its prices considerably. The prices dropped and continued to drop over time. Sadly, this did little to boost sales.
Finding Eight-Series Packard with custom coach bodies is very rare. The example shown has coachwork by the Waterhouse firm. Charles Waterhouse and his son created the Waterhouse Company in 1928. Located in Webster, Massachusetts, the firm had created a Convertible Victoria body for Packard in 1928 which was later shown at the Paris Motor Show. The vehicle was well received and the tight deadline that was given to Waterhouse was completed on time and done to perfection. The build quality was high and the style was astonishing. George Weaver was responsible for the design. The top was very impressive and could be folder almost flat with the low window sills.
It was delivered on November 11th of 1930 to an unknown buyer. It was delivered by R. Gonzalez & Company in Montevideo, Uruguay, Gabriel Terra. It is believed to have been constructed for the President of Uruguay, Gabriel Terra or a wealthy vintner. In the mid-Seventies, it was returned to the United States where a restoration was undertaken by Tom Sparks for its then-owner Mr. Jack Skarratt. It was then purchased by Mr. Bernie Ratzlaff who finished the restoration.
After its restoration, it was shown at the 1997 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance where it was awarded First in Class and was a contender for the coveted Best in Show. It later received a Classic Car Club of America National First Prize at the California Grand Classic in 1998.
It was acquired by its next owner in 2000.
This Packard is extremely rare with its gorgeous body by Waterhouse. The Waterhouse Company created around 300 custom bodies during their short lifespan which lasted until 1933. Packard sales accounted for about 100 of those custom bodies. This example is very clean, void of side-mounted tires allowing the elegant body to flow without disruption.By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2011
The Packard Company built a tradition and reputation for style, durability, quality, and reliability. The eight-cylinder engine was very refined for the 1930 era. It was smooth, quiet, and capable of carrying the vehicles at a respectable pace. The owners of a Packard were instantly recognized as higher class individuals as the vehicles personified success in every dimension.
The Eight Series Packards were introduced in 1930 during a rough time in American history with the stock market crisis in full force. The world's economy was in question and during this time many businesses went into bankruptcy.
Though it was customary at the time, Packard made the decision to bring all body building in-house, rather than outsourcing the work. This was done to eliminate the lucrative custom coach-building commissions. To increase its position in the market, the company lowered its prices considerably. The prices dropped and continued to drop over time. Sadly, this did little to boost sales.
Finding Eight-Series Packard with custom coach bodies is very rare. The example shown has coachwork by the Waterhouse firm. Charles Waterhouse and his son created the Waterhouse Company in 1928. Located in Webster, Massachusetts, the firm had created a Convertible Victoria body for Packard in 1928 which was later shown at the Paris Motor Show. The vehicle was well received and the tight deadline that was given to Waterhouse was completed on time and done to perfection. The build quality was high and the style was astonishing. George Weaver was responsible for the design. The top was very impressive and could be folder almost flat with the low window sills.
It was delivered on November 11th of 1930 to an unknown buyer. It was delivered by R. Gonzalez & Company in Montevideo, Uruguay, Gabriel Terra. It is believed to have been constructed for the President of Uruguay, Gabriel Terra or a wealthy vintner. In the mid-Seventies, it was returned to the United States where a restoration was undertaken by Tom Sparks for its then-owner Mr. Jack Skarratt. It was then purchased by Mr. Bernie Ratzlaff who finished the restoration.
After its restoration, it was shown at the 1997 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance where it was awarded First in Class and was a contender for the coveted Best in Show. It later received a Classic Car Club of America National First Prize at the California Grand Classic in 1998.
It was acquired by its next owner in 2000.
This Packard is extremely rare with its gorgeous body by Waterhouse. The Waterhouse Company created around 300 custom bodies during their short lifespan which lasted until 1933. Packard sales accounted for about 100 of those custom bodies. This example is very clean, void of side-mounted tires allowing the elegant body to flow without disruption.By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2011
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1931 Packard Model 840 DeLuxe Eight Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Packard Model 840 DeLuxe Eight
(Data based on Model Year 1931 sales)
1931 Packard 840 Deluxe Eight Convertible Coupe Sold for USD$67,100 2023 RM Sothebys : Hershey | |
1931 Packard 840 Deluxe Roadster Chassis#: 188801 Sold for USD$196,000 2023 Worldwide Auctioneers : The Enthusiast Auction | |
1931 Packard 840 Deluxe Eight Phaeton Chassis#: 190411 Sold for USD$156,800 2022 RM Sothebys : Monterey | |
1931 PACKARD 840 DELUXE EIGHT ROADSTER Chassis#: 191229 Sold for USD$105,280 2020 Bonhams : Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum | |
1931 Packard 840 Custom Eight Coupe Sold for USD$59,400 2020 Mecum : Indy | |
1931 Packard 840 DeLuxe Eight 4 Passenger Coupe Chassis#: 190041 Sold for USD$56,000 2020 Bonhams : Scottsdale Arizona | |
1931 Packard 840 Dual Cowl Sport Phaeton Sold for USD$59,400 2020 Mecum Auctions : Kissimmee | |
1931 Packard 840 Deluxe Eight 2/4-Passenger Roadster Chassis#: 47249 Sold for USD$242,000 2019 Worldwide Auctioneers : Scottsdale, Arizona | |
1931 Packard Custom Eight Roadster Chassis#: 191299 Sold for USD$151,250 2018 RM Sothebys : Hershey | |
1931 Packard Custom Eight Roadster Chassis#: 189075 Sold for USD$148,500 2018 RM Sothebys : Hershey | |
1931 Packard Custom Eight Sport Phaeton Chassis#: 190860 Sold for USD$151,200 2018 RM Sothebys : Amelia Island | |
1931 Packard Series 840 Sold for USD$120,000 2018 Leake Auction : Oklahoma City | |
1931 Packard 840 DeLuxe Eight Dual Cowl Sport Phaeton Chassis#: 190397 Sold for USD$264,000 2017 Bonhams : Quail Lodge | |
1931 Packard Deluxe Eight Convertible Victoria by Dietrich Chassis#: 188700 Sold for USD$192,500 2017 RM Sotheby's : Arizona Auction | |
1931 PACKARD 840 DELUXE CONVERTIBLE COUPE Chassis#: 191094 Sold for USD$71,500 2016 Bonhams : Quail Lodge | |
1931 Packard DeLuxe Eight Convertible Coupe Sold for USD$154,000 2016 Auctions America : Fort Lauderdale | |
1931 Packard Deluxe Eight Convertible Coupe Chassis#: 479-68 Sold for USD$126,500 2013 RM Auction - Hershey | |
1931 Packard Deluxe Eight Sport Phaeton Sold for USD$118,250 2013 Auctions America - Auburn Fall | |
1931 Packard 840 Deluxe Eight Convertible Coupe Chassis#: 479-68 Sold for USD$110,000 2013 RM Auctions - Amelia Island | |
1931 Packard Deluxe Eight Convertible Victoria Chassis#: 188233 Sold for USD$154,000 2012 RM Auctions at Amelia Island, Fla |
Packard Model 840 DeLuxe Eights That Failed To Sell At Auction
1931 Packard Model 840 DeLuxe Eight's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
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1931 Packard 840 DeLuxe Eight Roadster | 188875 | 2023 RM Sothebys : Amelia Island | $200,000 | $240,000 | |
1931 Packard 840 Deluxe Eight 2/4-Passenger Roadster | 47249 | 2022 Worldwide Auctioneers : Scottsdale Arizona | |||
1931 Packard 840 Deluxe Eight Phaeton | 47196 | 2020 Gooding & Company : Geared Online | $225,000 | $300,000 | |
1931 Packard Deluxe Eight Convertible Coupe | 188730 | 2019 RM Sothebys : Fort Lauderdale | |||
1931 Packard 840 Roadster | 47233 | 2017 The Finest : Boca Raton | $275,000 | $300,000 | |
1931 PACKARD 840 ROADSTER | 189993 | 2016 Scottsdale, The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa | $250,000 | $275,000 | |
1931 Packard Deluxe Eight Dual Cowl Sport Phaeton | 149659 | 2014 RM Auctions Automobiles of Arizona | $165,000 | ||
1931 Packard 840 DeLuxe Rumble Seat Roadster | 188875 | 2012 RM Auctions at Amelia Island, Fla | $200,000 | $250,000 | $300,000 |
1931 Packard Deluxe Eight Convertible Victoria by Waterhouse & Co. | 188233 | 2011 RM Auctions Concours d'Elegance at St. Johns | $230,000 | $250,000 | $350,000 |
1931 Packard 840 Individual Custom Convertible Sedan by Dietrich | 840-206 | 2011 RM Auctions Concours d'Elegance at St. Johns | $190,000 | $200,000 | $300,000 |
1931 PACKARD 840 | 323840 | 2010 Silver Auction Portland | $39,000 | ||
1931 Packard Model 840 DeLuxe Eight | 2009 Automobiles of Arizona | $160,000 | $250,000 | $300,000 | |
1931 Packard 840 Roadster Roadster | 2009 Boca Raton, FL Kruse | $250,000 |
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