Penfield, NY | USA
Description
1953 Packard Patrician • Engine: Original 327 motor • History: 2nd owner. Comes with extensive documentation, including the original manual and original title from 1953 • Condition: Well-preserved classic. garage kept. No rust.  Contact me for more details or additional pictures! ...
Our Take:
- Historical Significance: The 1953 Packard Patrician was the pinnacle of luxury for the Packard lineup at the time. It was one of the last great models before the company's eventual decline—Packard was trying to reclaim its prestige post-World War II, and the Patrician was a statement car with its sophisticated styling and attention to detail.
- Engine Authenticity: Sporting its original 327 motor, this Packard Patrician has an inline-eight engine—an engineering choice that at the time was synonymous with smooth power delivery. The fact that it's still running on the original engine adds a layer of authenticity and nostalgia, particularly for purists who value originality.
- Owner History and Documentation: Being only the second owner, it's clear this car has been cherished. With extensive documentation like the original manual and title from 1953, it doesn't just tell the journey of the car but also the love and care it received over the decades. Finding such complete documentation is as rare as finding a needle in a haystack in the classic car world.
- Condition and Preservation: Given that it's been garage kept and is rust-free, this Packard Patrician is a testament to careful preservation; rust can be a collector's nightmare. It's like finding a preserved piece of history that’s ready to cruise—an automotive time capsule, if you will.
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