The Packard 1942-1962 by Nathaniel T. Dawes 1975, Hardcover Book Very Rare

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The Packard 1942-1962 by Nathaniel T. Dawes 1975 by A. S. Barnes and Co., Inc. Library of Congress Cataloging in Publication Data. ISBN 0-498-01353-7 Rare book.

For decades Packard cars were a status symbol par excellence, and the marquee against which all others were measured. These distinctive automobiles were famous for innovative design and superior engineering. Yet , the last of these luxury cars was produced in 1958, and in 1962 Studebaker officially dropped Packard from its corporate title. This book covers the period from the early years of World War II to the firm’s demise. Research from company records, interviews from company executives to produce an inside story of the formation of Studebaker-Packard Corporation. Includes illustrations of the various boats and aircraft that were powered by the advanced Packard engines. Many Packard innovations were controversial when they were introduced. One Packard president was nicknamed Pinch-Penny. Women also influenced Packards design. Over 200 illustrations never before published.

Dust jacket a little spotted with few small tears. Book front cover rippled, appears to have been a bit wet along with the inside cover page. The rest of the pages from the Contents page through the end of the book in good shape other than a little discolored and spotted on the top edge of the pages. 219 pages. Book size 12.5” x 9” x 1”. I can't seem to upload pictures to this site. Message me for more information.

 

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