Vehicle Description
The 1937 Packard 120 was an important car as it was the first
Packard model introduced into the 8-cylinder auto market. At that
time, automobile manufacturers were highly competitive in the
mid-priced market as the Great Depression was taking its toll on
the industry and that was mostly on the higher priced models and
lower priced models as well. The timing was perfect for a mid-cost
120 which was offered in numerous body styles.This 37 Packard is an
excellent example of a great collector car that has been cared for
by the owner for 46 years now. He purchased the car in California
in 1973.The exterior has new paint with beautiful greenish-silver
color and all chrome on the exterior is newly refinished. The hood
ornament is the mid-30s Goddess of Speed-- a woman with wings
holding a tire outstretched in her arms. This owner added a luggage
rack in the rear. Trunk also has a new 120 emblem. Mirrors are
installed on the side mounts.Interior has been upgraded to a brand
new Super 8 leather including the back seat, front door arm rests,
and rear folding arm rest. The Banjo steering wheel is new as well.
All interior trim was re-chromed.Options include turn signals front
and rear, clock, radio, heater and illuminated running boards and
overhead light when doors are opened.The 282 CID/120HP 8-cylinder
engine has been overhauled and a new radiator core was installed.
Transmission is the original 3-speed. Other new items to note are:
new rear wheel bearings, new electric coil, new tire inside mounts
and spare in the trunk.Car resides in Washington outside of Seattle
and is available for viewing by appointment to serious buyers.
