For Sale: 1953 Packard Patrician in Houston, Texas

This 1953 Packard Patrician 400 Sedan showcases the robust craftsmanship and engineering that defined the marque, designed and built for those who wanted the very best.

This particular car retains a tag from Jordan Motor Sales, a Packard dealer in San Diego, California, giving a glimpse into its earliest days.

Finished in two-tone blue and tastefully trimmed in chrome, the contour styling of this Packard makes it stand out, even among its vintage peers. Videos taken by the seller show this car in action and share a glimpse into the ownership of this Packard sedan.

FEATURES

• New, this Packard's 327-cu.in. L-head inline-eight was rated at 180 horsepower.
• This car is fitted with Packard's Ultramatic automatic transmission.
• The seller notes that there is no drippage under the engine compartment.
• He believes this car to have had some cosmetic restoration work, including the paint and interior.
• Beneath the two-tone blue finish, he is unaware of any prior body damage.
• The factory AM radio remains in place.
• With the push of a button, the factory power antenna appears to operate appropriately.
• Factory-appearing gauges look nicely preserved and detailed.
• The upholstery has been refinished in coordinating blue toned patterned cloth.
• The seller notes that the trunk lid closes nicely, and inside the trunk is a color-keyed spare tire.
• At the time of refinishing, the seller believes details like the emblems were also restored.
• The underside does not appear to have been Refinished 

COMES WITH

• The seller will provide the receipts for $7,000
  in recent repairs
• The seller notes that a box of spare parts, as well as additional trim, is included in the sale.
• Some literature and club paperwork will be passed onto the next owner.
• A car cover is also included with the sale.
   

NEEDS

• At the rear doors, the seller notes that both quarter windows are in need of rechroming.
• He also indicates that bubbling is noticeable on the quarter panels below the trim.
• The car "needs to be warmed up for almost 5 minutes," the seller notes.
   

OVERVIEW

• This Packard is powered by a 327-cu.in. L-head inline-eight.
• The interior appears to be tastefully reupholstered.
• Two-tone blue paint and overall nice appearing brightwork help this Packard stand out.
• A glimpse into operating this Packard is provided in the accompanying detailed video.