Vehicle Description
1958 Packard Hawk Sport Coupe
Polyethylene terephthalate goes into making the polyester film used
to color the gold fin of the Packard Hawk, the sporty Packard
badged Studebaker from 1958. Only 588 Packard Hawks were sold,
equipped with a McCulloch supercharger for which the hood was
equipped with a prominent bulge, similar to the Golden Hawks.
For consignment, a 1958 Packard Hawk sport hardtop showing 61,575
miles, but the true miles are unknown. Though many styling cues are
shared with the Studebaker badged Hawk series, there is enough here
to not only make this a rare car, but one with more than enough
features to make it unique.
Exterior
Elegantly configured in Snow White and White Gold Metallic, the car
actually wears three shades of color to include the golden rear
panel treatment, bullet shaped trim that terminates at the pointed
rear fin, itself slightly outstretched and chrome trimmed on the
back. This punctuates a long decklid adorned with a Continental
kit, simple round tail and reverse lights, underscored by a robust
chrome rear bumper and dressy exhaust tips. The front replaces the
Studebaker's raised grille and elongates it over the width of the
front with an overhanging nose piece that detractors would refer to
as the catfish. Torpedo shaped bumper guards protrude like tusks
and a gaping hood scoop is flanked by the headlights which are set
back in the curvy metal that tracks back to the hood. In profile,
the cabin seems to lean back as the descending bronze roofline
leads to a stainless framed smaller back window. Other unique
features include the detail of the side mirrors and pleated vinyl
that spills out over the windows to become part of the exterior.
Imperfections include some pitted metal of the rear latch and some
cracked paint around it and some wrinkles in the gold polyester
fin.
Interior
Varying shades of tan and brown decorate the door panels with
pleated, flat, and carpeted sections with some looseness in areas
and heavy patina on both armrests. The split bench is in fine
shape, fully padded and clean and the rear 2+2 is bisected by a
seat level storage bin with lid which shows some age along with the
rear armrests. Stitched vinyl covers the package shelf and dash pad
while a smooth version dresses the inner pillars. Just like the
exterior, the steering wheel is composed of layered colors and a
chrome horn ring while the instrument cluster is backed by a spun
aluminum trim plate housing simple black faced gauges, an AM radio,
and a clock. There is some looseness to the rust colored carpet but
the vinyl headliner and windlace is in great shape. Plaid mats
cover the entire truck with a matching cover on the spare tire, and
it all shows a bit of wear but is fully intact.
Drivetrain
The clean driver quality motor under the hood is none other than
the 289ci V8 with a McCulloch VS-57S supercharged attached and that
was good for 275 horsepower. Fed by a Stromberg WWG-112A 2-barrel
carburetor and backed by a Flight-O-Matic 3-speed automatic
transmission, power was routed to the Dana 44 out back with 3.31
gears. Power drum brakes are supplied to all four wheels.
Undercarriage
Minimal surface rust and dry conditions prevail on this clean
driver quality underside. There is one area of deeper corrosion.
Dual exhaust runs through stock style mufflers, one obviously
newer, then travels to polished shields that provide an oval exit.
Coil spring suspension is found up front with leaf springs in the
back.
Drive-Ability
These are both sporty and luxurious but what always surprises us a
little is how comfortable the cabin is. It's a relaxed atmosphere
with plenty of visibility and good ergonomics. This Hawk has some
flying prowess with good power, straight tracking, and living up to
its design with some sporty handling. As far as things needing
attention, we find the brake lights not working, nor the heater
blower. The gas gauge is inaccurate and the tachometer works
intermittently. All other functions of this rare car work as they
should. While Classic Auto Mall represents that these functions
were working at the time of our test drive, we cannot guarantee
these functions will be working at the time of your purchase.
If you're looking to get into the Studebaker world, and we don't
blame you as it's one of the most enthusiastic, take a look at this
Packard branded Studebaker. Select this car and you'll not only
have a flock of Studebaker enthusiasts to mingle with, but you'll
be part of a somewhat exclusive group of less than 600 Hawk owners
in the world. Spread your wings and soar on over the Classic Auto
Mall for this '58 Packard Hawk!
Classic Auto Mall is home to more than 1,000 classic and
collectible vehicles for sale via consignment in a climate
controlled 336,000-square foot showroom (that's more than 8
acres!). The largest single location consignment dealer of classic
and collectible vehicles in the country is located in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the
I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visit
www.classicautomall.com or call us at (888) 227-0914. Contact us
anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person.
There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee
is not included in the advertised price.
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