Vehicle Description
As the October 1929 stock-market crash and resultant financial
panic took hold during the early 1930s, Packard diversified its
model lines for the company's Ninth Series, with the Standard Eight
supplemented by the New Light Eight and Twin Six. Selling slightly
better than the Light Eight, the Standard Eight was Packard's core
offering in Model 901 and Model 902 forms, with the former a
one-model series offering only a 5-passenger Sedan body style on a
129 �-wheelbase chassis and the latter with a wide array of 12 body
styles on a wheelbase measuring a commanding 136 � inches. Despite
the company's appellation for its Model 901 and 902 lines, these
fine motorcars were in actuality anything but "Standard." A host of
engineering updates were part of the Standard Eight lines,
including an output increase to a robust 110 horsepower with a
compression increase to 6.0:1 and both higher and lower ratios
optionally available. Additional mechanical sophistication now
included new chassis frames featuring a double-drop design with
X-bracing, Ride Control was now standard, and a Harmonic
Balancer-type front bumper was now optional. Early Ninth Series
Standard Eights utilized a 4-speed manual transmission,
subsequently replaced by a 3-speed with synchromesh and a
vacuum-assisted clutch for greater operating ease. Featuring
exceedingly stylish and versatile Convertible Sedan coachwork, this
1932 Packard Standard Eight Model 902 carries one of the most
lavish and expensive standard bodies offered on the Ninth Series.
An archetypal 1930s luxury automobile with CCCA Full Classic�
status and exceptionally wide event eligibility, it continues to
benefit nicely from a comprehensive older restoration and displays
a moderate patina, earned through the passage of time and miles of
enjoyment on the road. Attractively finished in dark taupe
paintwork, the car is accented by black fenders and straw-colored
wire-spoke wheels crowned by chrome rims and Packard-scripted hub
caps, mounting period-appropriate white sidewall tires. Numerous
desirable period accoutrements include twin chrome horns, Packard's
legendary "Goddess" radiator mascot and fluted chrome radiator
shell, twin side mounted spares with chrome mirrors, a rear luggage
rack and trunk, and chrome exhaust deflector. Packard's renowned
and robust 110 horsepower L-head inline-eight powerplant is nicely
finished in correct finishes and properly accessorized. The chassis
frame features correct suspension components and a correct black
paint finish. The comfortable and spacious interior compartment is
trimmed in brown leather upholstery and matching carpeting. Rear
occupants are treated to a wide, sofa-like rear seat with arm rests
and ash trays to each side, plus a folding foot rest, robe bar,
courtesy lights, and a storage compartment underneath the front
seat. The driver is greeted by a floor shift and a well-appointed
instrument panel housing a speedometer, odometer, trip odometer,
Waltham clock, and gauges monitoring oil pressure, coolant
temperature, amperage, and fuel level. This charming Packard Eight
is designated a Full Classic by the Classic Car Club of America and
is therefore eligible for their popular CARavan tours and other
club events. It is an honest, attractive, and well-kept example
that's perfect for driving enjoyment with the whole family. Offers
welcome and trades considered For additional details please view
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