1940 Packard 120 Formal Sedan Limousine-
This 1940 Packard Formal Sedan "Open Front" Town Car Limousine with
the rare Body by Rollson is an outstanding piece of automotive
history. It is being sold as part of the estate of our good friend
and lifelong Automobile Enthusiast, Collector and Historian who
recently passed at 98 years of age. The images and videos were
taken in its present state of excellent running condition and
without the cosmetic benefits of detailing or prep work. This
specific model, being in remarkable original unrestored condition,
at almost 85 years of age, with just 46,572 miles on the odometer,
carries a sense of timelessness and elegance.
The "Open Front" design, featuring a soft top over the chauffeur's
seating area and a divider window, embodies classic luxury and
sophistication. This car was meticulously crafted by Rollson, known
for their exceptional custom coachwork. Rollson designed and built
bodies almost exclusively on the Packard chassis, producing just 50
custom Packards between September of 1938 and December of 1941.
Under the hood, it's powered by the original Straight 8 engine, a
hallmark of Packard's engineering excellence during that era. The
build date of December 25, 1939 (interesting) as stamped on the
original data tag, further underscores its vintage authenticity.
The vehicle number, 1801 - 2018 (indicating it was the 18th car of
the series built to be sent to a coachbuilder) signifies its unique
place in Packard's production history. The only other similar known
to exist resides in France with an interesting history and was
built just one vehicle ahead of this one.
With its stunning design, historical significance, and remarkably
preserved state, this Packard Formal Sedan stands as a testament to
the craftsmanship and luxury of a bygone era, offering a rare
glimpse into automotive artistry of the 1930's and 1940s.
VIN/BODY: 1801-2018
Vehicle Details
1940 Packard 120
Listing ID:CC-1839980
Price:$39,000
Location:Troy, Michigan
Year:1940
Make:Packard
Model:120
Exterior Color:Black
Odometer:0
Stock Number:21290
VIN:1801-2018
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