- The seventh-oldest Packard known extant
- Largely original condition throughout
- Known and intriguing history from new
- Includes rare original owner's manual
One of the most groundbreaking American automobiles of the Nickel
Era, the Twin Six made its debut in May 1915. The first
U.S.-production twelve-cylinder automobile engine, it was a
60-degree V-12 with two blocks of six cylinders, set on an aluminum
crankcase, displacing 424 cu. in., and developing 88 hp.
Masterfully engineered by Packard's Colonel Jesse Vincent, it
formed the basis of Packard's offerings through 1920 and would
continue to power the company's prestige models through 1922 before
being resurrected and renamed in 1932.
The stunning Twin Six landaulet offered here is the
seventh-oldest-known Packard extant. It was delivered to Mr. Wilbur
C. Walker, a man with extensive ties to the early automotive
industry. Per documentation on file, Mr. Walker was the treasurer
for Pope-Hartford, along with having other familial connections to
the automotive industry. The Packard was then purchased by a
mechanic, Harry P. Azadian from Allston, Massachusetts, before
being acquired by noted collector Jack Frost of Washington,
Michigan. The car remained in Frost's collection until it was
acquired by another noted Michigan collector, Mr. John Shadroui of
Lapeer. It is from Mr. Shadroui that the current owner, Mark
Thomas, purchased the car in 2007.
This stunning and exceptional Packard has been carefully maintained
and is wholly original. More recently, the engine was rebuilt by
noted mechanic Ed Lynn. Included with the car is an extensive
history file which contains a very rare and original owner's
manual, a reproduction Service Parts List and Standard Sizes and
Adjustments manual, and, among other things, an original 1918
Connecticut Motor Vehicle Registry confirming Wilbur Walker's
ownership.
Taken as a whole, this Packard is a truly exceptional piece of
automotive history, both for its connection to other early auto
manufacturers and for its significance as one of the earliest
surviving automobiles from the legendary Packard Motor Company.
Please note that this title is in transit.
To view this car and others currently consigned to this auction,
please visit the RM website at
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