1941 Packard Cellarette bar which made ice cubes

[archiveman2977]

10-10-16

 

I am writing an illustrated history of factory air conditioning during the 1940-1942 and 1953-1960 periods.

 

I continue to search for a photo of the 1940 Packard air conditioned demonstrator at the 1940 auto shows.  Do you or anyone else have such a photo?

 

I came across a 1941 Chicago Auto Show flyer which advertised "SEE THE MOTOR CAR THAT MAKES ICE CUBES," followed by "Special equipment for the Super-8 includes a cellarette, with service for six--including two trays of ice cubes!  They freeze while you drive!  Again, there's real refrigerated Air Conditioning to rout the heat of Summer!  Don't miss it!  Ask the man who owns one!" (See attached)

 

I have found an article from the San Francisco Examiner 11-17-40 which illustrated the cellarette service.  However, I am unable to find 1941 Packard literature to support the optional cellarette accessory.  Do you or anyone else have such a brochure? (See attached)

 

I would appreciate such information and will ensure that you are credited for it.

 

Thanks,

archiveman2977

 

 

 

1941 PACKARD OFFERS CELLARETTE BAR THAT MAKES ICE CUBES -SF EXAMINER 11-17-40 ABS 10-9-16.doc