Vehicle Description
Introduced September 8, 1947, Packard's new Twenty-Second Series
models were the luxury carmaker's first new postwar models and
succeeded the highly successful Clipper that debuted in 1941. Since
Packard did not limit itself to annual model-year changeovers,
unlike its much larger Detroit rivals, these highly refined
motorcars were sold until May 1949. While styling cues seem
virtually unchanged from their predecessors to the casual observer,
Twenty-Second Series cars featured a lower and narrower vertical
grille element and revised fenders, sharing only the roof section
with the prior models. Functional, Art Deco-influenced dash
treatments and roomy passenger compartments included well-placed
and useful instrument clusters and controls, tasteful wood grain
accents, and comfortable seats with integral rear arm rests. In
addition to their modernistic, highly streamlined design language,
the new Packard models delivered an exceptional driving experience
that remains impressive and startlingly user-friendly today.
Advanced mechanical features included powerful, high-torque inline
eight-cylinder engines, Packard's "Electromatic" power-assisted
clutch system, overdrive, and a rigid new chassis frame supporting
the sleekly styled bodies. Given their striking body styling,
excellent mechanical features and driving dynamics, and of course,
renowned quality, Packard's 22nd Series models of 1948-49 are
regarded as strong choices by collectors and enthusiasts who
actually enjoy driving their classics. High-profile accolades
included selection as the "Car of the Year" for 1948 by the New
York Fashion Academy. While Packard was never truly a high-volume
automobile manufacturer, catering to a more discerning and
well-heeled clientele throughout its existence, the Twenty-Second
Series models have enjoyed good survival rates, mainly due to their
intrinsic quality and solid construction, making quality surviving
examples cherished collectibles today. Featuring sleekly
streamlined bodylines and a sporting, yet roomy two-door body
style, this rare and very appealing 1949 Packard Eight Deluxe Club
Sedan continues to benefit very well from a loving restoration from
the ground up to factory-correct specifications during the early
1980s by a devoted marque enthusiast. Offered in a period-correct
color scheme of maroon over an inviting maroon and tan cloth
interior including smart houndstooth seating surfaces, the sleek
Packard clearly benefits from exceptional preservation since the
restoration was completed. In particular, the steel dash features a
very nice and correct-appearing wood grain finish, and the interior
chrome and controls all appear correct, complete, and very nice.
The underside of the body is undercoated for weather protection and
the chassis and suspension are painted black and are good driver
quality, with correct components in place. Power is delivered by a
very nicely detailed and correctly equipped 288ci L-head inline
8-cylinder engine factory-rated at 130hp, plus a 3-speed manual
transmission. Other desirable features include a factory pushbutton
AM radio with unique vertical dash mounting, plus a steel sun
visor, a heater, Packard's signature Cormorant mascot, and
body-color steel wheels mounting full-diameter Packard-scripted
hubcaps, chrome trim rings, and period style wide whitewall tires.
A mounted spare wheel/tire, roadside jack, and lug wrench are all
housed within the Packard's generous and useful trunk. "Before,
during and after" restoration photos and period advertising are
also included. According to one photo set, the car was used after
the restoration was completed during the spring of 1984 for the
comedy movie, "Mischief," released in 1985 and starring a young
Kelly Preston. According to the photo selections, the Packard made
another appearance, this time for a television commercial during
autumn 1984. This is a delightful and eminently usable Packard
ideal for relaxed driving enjoyment with your family and friends.
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