Packard Clipper Panama (1954)
for sale
Price: US $1,775.00
Price: US $1,775.00
Here is what I know about the Packard…
Engine:
Rebuilt starter, distributor and fuel
pump (2014)
New plugs (2014)
New battery and cable to starter (2014)
New ignition switch (2014)
New choke spring and cover (2014)
New headlights (2014)
Issues: All of the brakes and lines
have been gone over and rebuilt, but the brake booster is bad and needs
rebuilt/ replaced. As a result, the engine is losing some vacuum. I adjusted
the idle to compensate for it for now. There is also a noticeable exhaust
manifold leak that needs repaired. This causes a slight ticking sound while
it’s idling. The engine runs strong and doesn’t seem to have any blow-by or
smoke when it is running. The heater blower motor is not installed right now, but I have it. It’s missing the flexible duct work under the hood for the
heater and fresh air. I noticed the car does leak trans fluid and needs a new
pan gasket. The car shifts into High and Reverse just fine. The Low selection
is not working right now. I’m not sure if it’s because the fluid is low or not.
I’ve only driven the car around my neighborhood to test the brakes. I do have
an extra radiator and carburetor for the car.
Body:
The
quarter panels have been repaired in the past using filler. If you were to
reach up under the quarters, you could feel wear they are rusted and need
replaced / patched. You couldn’t really make it out in the pictures, but the
rear window corners have been repaired in the past as well. There are small
amounts of filler in other places, but those are the major areas. The trunk lid
has fish eyes in the paint job that you can’t really make out. You can see
where the filler webbed over time. The car seems to have an older restoration
and its starting to show. The underside of the car needs to be scraped and
undercoated. The front passenger side fender is dented in slightly down by the
bumper.
I
bought the car as a driver / future project. I was going to refurbish the car
mechanically to drive for a while and then complete a full restoration. For not
being restored, this car looks good and gets a lot of attention. I’m selling
the car because my wife and I had a baby and I don’t have time to commit to the
car. It’s been stored in my garage since 2014. I’ve described everything I know
about the vehicle to the best of my knowledge. The vehicle is being sold “as
is” with no implied warranties or guarantees. I’m saying this because the
vehicle is 63 years old and I will not be held responsible for any unforeseen
issues with the car. If you should have any questions or need additional photos
of the car, feel free to contact me. This is a great looking car and an
excellent candidate for restoration. Happy Bidding!!
update: 2017-04-04
Used |
“The Packard is in good overall condition but is in need of a restoration. See item details” |
Year: | 1954 | VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): | VNKN4324 |
Mileage: | 79,000 | Make: | Packard |
Interior Color: | Green | Number of Cylinders: | 8 |
Model: | Clipper | Transmission: | Automatic |
Trim: | Panama | Body Type: | 2 Door Sedan |
Engine: | 327 cu in. | Warranty: | Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty |
Drive Type: | RWD | Vehicle Title: | Clear |
Fuel Type: | Gasoline | Exterior Color: | Green |
For Sale By: | Private Seller |