It’s the proud, grand styling of the big thirties models, that makes everyone stand up and take notice, saying, this is the finest automobile ever made. The fabulous grill, hood, and fender lines that just take your eye and move it along; it says power, speed, distinction, and wealth. Those fantastic contours, the robust shape of every body part, and the harmonious way they all fit together. It’s the dazzling wheels and tires, the outstanding chassis engineering, the massive running boards and all the superb chrome fittings that say – Nothing can match a Packard. It’s the fit and finish of the body, the way the doors work like a vault, the smell of all that leather and old materials. What steering wheel is finer, what engine more powerful, what dash more complete? And oh, the way they drive, the silky clutch and silent gearbox, the locomotive rumble of the engine that effortlessly whisks you along; it’s huge, it’s rock solid and it’s wonderful! You’re on top of the world!
It’s having four vent windows and interior appointments that make you feel rich, even if you aren’t. Looking out over that huge hood, topped with a swan, cormorant or goddess of speed; the car becomes a part of your life.
Looking at a Packard, you see quality and engineering that helped America win World War II and the genius of Co. Jessee Vincent. All the great airplane engines and race winning speedboat engines are directly related to your car!
In the later years, the rounded lines and huge friendly look say, this car stands alone, and is not trying to keep up with all the others. It’s dependable too, this one is never going to break down or wear out.
Every model, year after year, carried on this precious tradition; every car had all the quality they could possibly give. Each one, a little like last years and yet a little more modern, all the way up to 1956, said, this car is extra special, this car is outstanding, – This is a Packard!
Today, these cars are a miracle of craftsmanship. Every carefully sculpted part made of solid metal, finely detailed. By today’s standards, they are simple, well made, and solid but they are also artwork. Their weight really counts; these cars hold the road and have a wonderful ride that you can no longer find. They were user friendly before the term was even invented. A Packard is a pleasure to service, a straightforward design, with plenty of room, using standard tools and nice rounded edges.
We are the lucky ones, able to enjoy the masterpieces of the past. Our lives are permanently enriched by these miracles of design and craftsmanship. This brilliant creation is our personal connection to the history that made our nation great. And by this wonderful treasure, we are inspired and stimulated, forever.
