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Packard introduced the Eight in 1924 and was the first Packard to employ four-wheel brakes. The side-valve straight eight engine developed 85 horsepower. The model line-up initially comprised ten models on two wheelbase lengths. A few years later, in 1927, Packard enlarged the engine. In 1929, a smaller Standard Eight was introduced while the larger engine continued to power the Custom and DeLuxe Eights. By 1933, they had been re-christened 'Super Eight', by which time all Packards had synchromesh transmission.
By the 1940s, the top-of-the-line Packards were known as the Super Eight 160 and the Custom Super Eight 180. Both were powered by a 160 horsepower engine which was powerful enough to carry the stately bodies. These two series were distinguished by a number of visual items such as hubcaps and hood louvers. The 160 was given a 'flying lady' mascot while the 180 carried the cormorant.
The 1940 Packard 160 Super Eight was introduced in August of 1939. Only 5,662 examples of all nine body styles were produced in the 160 Series for 1940.
This Convertible Sedan retains its correct and original engine and transmission with optional overdrive. It has been given a full body-off restoration and remains in excellent condition. It has the Stayfast convertible top, a Packard Maroon exterior, and a leather interior painted in matching maroon.
In 2009, this Super Eight-160 was offered for sale at the Houston Classic Auction presented by Worldwide Auctioneers in Seabrook, Texas. It was estimated to sell for $85,000 - $100,000. The lot failed to sell after achieving a high bid of $77,000.By Daniel Vaughan | May 2009
By the 1940s, the top-of-the-line Packards were known as the Super Eight 160 and the Custom Super Eight 180. Both were powered by a 160 horsepower engine which was powerful enough to carry the stately bodies. These two series were distinguished by a number of visual items such as hubcaps and hood louvers. The 160 was given a 'flying lady' mascot while the 180 carried the cormorant.
The 1940 Packard 160 Super Eight was introduced in August of 1939. Only 5,662 examples of all nine body styles were produced in the 160 Series for 1940.
This Convertible Sedan retains its correct and original engine and transmission with optional overdrive. It has been given a full body-off restoration and remains in excellent condition. It has the Stayfast convertible top, a Packard Maroon exterior, and a leather interior painted in matching maroon.
In 2009, this Super Eight-160 was offered for sale at the Houston Classic Auction presented by Worldwide Auctioneers in Seabrook, Texas. It was estimated to sell for $85,000 - $100,000. The lot failed to sell after achieving a high bid of $77,000.By Daniel Vaughan | May 2009
2009 Worldwide Auctioneers : The Houston Classic Auction
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $85,000-USD $100,000
High Bid (Lot was not sold)
USD $77,000
1940 Packard Super-8 One-Sixty Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Packard Super-8 One-Sixty
(Data based on Model Year 1940 sales)
1940 PACKARD ONE-SIXTY SUPER 8 STATION WAGON Chassis#: Packard Vehicle No. 1372-3281 Sold for USD$235,200 2024 Gooding : Amelia Island Concours | |
1940 PACKARD SUPER 8 160 1803 CONVERTIBLE VICTORIA Chassis#: 1803-2002 Sold for USD$335,000 2023 Gooding & Company : Pebble Beach | |
1940 Packard 160 Super Eight Touring Sedan Chassis#: 1372L2724 Sold for USD$19,600 2021 Worldwide Auctioneers : The 14th Annual Auburn Auction | |
1940 Packard Super Eight Convertible Sedan Chassis#: 13772130 Sold for USD$148,500 2018 Mecum : Monterey | |
1940 Packard 160 Super 8 Convertible Coupe Chassis#: 13792287 Sold for USD$44,000 2018 Mecum : Monterey | |
1940 Packard Super Eight One Sixty Coupe Chassis#: C502040B Sold for USD$57,200 2018 RM Sothebys : Fort Lauderdale | |
1940 Packard Super 8 Custom Town Car Chassis#: 18042001 Sold for USD$47,300 2017 The Auburn Auction : Worldwide Auctioneers | |
1940 Packard Super 8 160 4 Door Sedan Sold for USD$26,400 2017 Russo & Steele : Scottsdale Az | |
1940 PACKARD SUPER EIGHT 160 CONVERTIBLE SEDAN Chassis#: 13772026 Sold for USD$55,000 2016 Scottsdale, The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa | |
1940 Packard One-Sixty Club Coupe Sold for USD$52,250 2014 Auctions America - Auburn Fall | |
1940 PACKARD SUPER 8 CONVERTIBLE 2 DOOR VICTORIA Chassis#: 13792030 Sold for USD$148,500 2014 Barrett-Jackson's 43RD Annual Scottsdale Auction | |
1940 Packard Super 8 One-Sixty Convertible Coupe Sold for USD$86,900 2013 Worldwide Auctions - Auburn | |
1940 Packard Super Eight One Sixty Convertible Sedan Chassis#: 1377-2126 Sold for USD$44,000 2013 RM Auctions - St John's | |
1940 Packard One Sixty Super 8 Station Wagon Chassis#: 1372-3281 Sold for USD$220,000 2013 Gooding and Company - The Scottsdale Auction | |
1940 Packard Super Eight One-Sixty Convertible Coupe Chassis#: 1803-2002 Sold for USD$390,500 2012 RM Auctions - Monterey | |
1940 Packard Super Eight One-Eighty Darrin Convertible Sedan Chassis#: 1807-2015 Sold for USD$341,000 2012 RM Auctions - Monterey | |
1940 Packard 1803 Sold for USD$69,850 2012 Auctions America - Auburn Fall | |
1940 PACKARD SUPER 8 Sold for USD$37,800 2010 McCormick's Auction #49 - Palm Springs, CA | |
1940 Packard 160 Super Eight Coupe Chassis#: 513455 Sold for USD$59,428 2010 Shannons Auctions - 2010 Shannons Sydney Autumn Auction | |
1940 Packard Super Eight Formal Sedan Chassis#: 13322182 Sold for USD$57,750 2008 RM Auctions - The Astor Collection |
Packard Super-8 One-Sixtys That Failed To Sell At Auction
1940 Packard Super-8 One-Sixty's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
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1940 Packard 160 Super 8 Convertible Coupe | 2018 Mecum : Indianapolis | $55,000 | |||
1940 Packard 160 Super 8 Convertible Coupe | 2018 Mecum : Houston | $55,000 | |||
1940 Packard 160 Super 8 Convertible Coupe | 2018 Mecum : Kissimmee | $60,000 | |||
1940 PACKARD 160 SUPER EIGHT CLUB SEDAN | 2014 Mecum Austin | $23,000 | |||
1940 Packard Super 8 160 | A2304599 | 2009 Worldwide Auctioneers : The Houston Classic Auction | $77,000 | $85,000 | $100,000 |
1940 Packard Super Eight 160 Coupe | 2004 The Florida Collector Car Auction | $19,000 |
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