In 1953, Packard brought back the Clipper name to stake out a place in the mid-priced field competing against Buick, Oldsmobile, and Chrysler. Continue reading
1953: The Return of the Packard Clipper
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What’s in a Name: The 1951 Packard Patrician
From 1951 through 1956, the Patrician was the top of the line in standard-wheelbase luxury sedans at Packard. Here’s a look at the 1951 introduction. Continue reading
A Splendid Failure: The 1932 Packard Light Eight
The 1932 Light Eight was a tremendous value for depression-era car buyers, but a costly misstep for the Packard Motor Car Company. Continue reading
1948: Packard’s Brief Bathtub Era Begins
Packard’s new look for 1948 won awards when it was introduced, but by 1950 it was already out of style. Continue reading
Packard Goes Wild: The 1952 Pan American
Packard styling took an exuberant turn in 1952 with a luxury sports car called the Pan American, but it never saw production. Continue reading
First in its Class: The 1949-56 Packard Ultramatic Transmission
A company known for its powerful engineering capabilities, Packard introduced its own automatic transmission in 1949. Continue reading
Motor City Landmark: The Packard Overpass
For eight decades, the Packard overpass on East Grand Boulevard was one of the most familiar landmarks of the Detroit auto industry. Continue reading