LOT 237 •
1922 Packard Series 126 Single Six 5-Passenger Touring Chassis no. TBC
Sold for US$39,780 inc. premium
Lot 237•
1922 Packard Series 126 Single Six 5-Passenger Touring Chassis no. TBC
The Greenwich Concours d'Elegance, Collectors' Motorcars and Automobilia|7 June 2009, 12:00 EDT|Connecticut, Greenwich
1922 Packard Series 126 Single Six 5-Passenger Touring
Chassis no. TBC
Chassis no. TBC
During 1920, the Packard Motor Car Co. announced a new line of relatively small and low-priced models. These new Series 116 six-cylinder cars were sold alongside the company's massive and expensive twelve-cylinder Twin Six. To avoid confusion, Packard referred to the newcomers as “Single Six” models.
Priced in Cadillac territory, the Buick-sized Packard 116s proved to be slow sellers. The company quickly went back to the drawing board and, in mid-1922, replaced the 116 with two new Single Six lines—the 126 and 133 (as with the 116, the numerical designations for the new series reflected their wheelbase lengths in inches). These larger and more stylish Single Six models offered a full measure of Packard performance, style and quality—all at a reasonable price. As business conditions improved during 1922, so did Packard sales.
With Packard seeing a doubling of its sales between 1921 and 1922, the popular 126 (5-pass.) and 133 (7-pass.) Single Six lines were carried forward into 1923 with little change. As had been the case in 1922, the 5-passenger Series 126 Single Six Touring was Packard's most popular model for 1923. Priced around $2500, it was powered by the same 268.5-cid inline six used in all 1922-23 Single Six models. The L-head engine produced 54 horsepower.
A noted Massachusetts antique car collector restored the 1922 Packard 126 Single Six 5-Passenger Touring offered here around 1964. The fine upholstery job was said to be done by a former Packard employee. It was awarded a VMCCA national first prize in 1965. The Packard was driven occasionally for several years before the restorer passed away. It then sat unused for 25 years, kept in heated storage. Three years ago, the vintage Packard was once again made fully operational. In addition to being fully serviced, its gas tank was cleaned and other mechanical components were reconditioned as necessary.
A very correct example restored from a low-mileage original, the car is authentically finished in Packard Blue with black fenders and running gear. The black leather interior is also per original specification and said to have been re-done by a former Packard employee. The vehicle evidences some mild age patina, commensurate with the duration of its restoration and past long-term storage. The car is in excellent running order.
Today, as in 1922, this Series 126 Single Six Touring offers an opportunity to enjoy Packard quality and prestige at a relatively affordable price.
A clear title for the Packard will be provided by the vendor at time of sale.
Priced in Cadillac territory, the Buick-sized Packard 116s proved to be slow sellers. The company quickly went back to the drawing board and, in mid-1922, replaced the 116 with two new Single Six lines—the 126 and 133 (as with the 116, the numerical designations for the new series reflected their wheelbase lengths in inches). These larger and more stylish Single Six models offered a full measure of Packard performance, style and quality—all at a reasonable price. As business conditions improved during 1922, so did Packard sales.
With Packard seeing a doubling of its sales between 1921 and 1922, the popular 126 (5-pass.) and 133 (7-pass.) Single Six lines were carried forward into 1923 with little change. As had been the case in 1922, the 5-passenger Series 126 Single Six Touring was Packard's most popular model for 1923. Priced around $2500, it was powered by the same 268.5-cid inline six used in all 1922-23 Single Six models. The L-head engine produced 54 horsepower.
A noted Massachusetts antique car collector restored the 1922 Packard 126 Single Six 5-Passenger Touring offered here around 1964. The fine upholstery job was said to be done by a former Packard employee. It was awarded a VMCCA national first prize in 1965. The Packard was driven occasionally for several years before the restorer passed away. It then sat unused for 25 years, kept in heated storage. Three years ago, the vintage Packard was once again made fully operational. In addition to being fully serviced, its gas tank was cleaned and other mechanical components were reconditioned as necessary.
A very correct example restored from a low-mileage original, the car is authentically finished in Packard Blue with black fenders and running gear. The black leather interior is also per original specification and said to have been re-done by a former Packard employee. The vehicle evidences some mild age patina, commensurate with the duration of its restoration and past long-term storage. The car is in excellent running order.
Today, as in 1922, this Series 126 Single Six Touring offers an opportunity to enjoy Packard quality and prestige at a relatively affordable price.
A clear title for the Packard will be provided by the vendor at time of sale.
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