tailfins 16 Posted July 7, 2020 Share Posted July 7, 2020 these were 1956 Caribbean only upholstered over metal with a bright metal lower part.i need a pair can anyone email me a closup of what they look like? and are they same size as 1955? thanks dualghia@hotmail.com Link to post Share on other sites
vintage1 31 Posted July 9, 2020 Share Posted July 9, 2020 Check the Packard page on https://www.vintagepartsource.com , there is a large list of Packard part suppliers. Link to post Share on other sites
HH56 9 Posted July 9, 2020 Share Posted July 9, 2020 (edited) 55 Caribbeans used a seat frame constructed and upholstered much like the other models. 56 Caribbeans used a completely different minimalist frame made of aluminum. It has reversible and removable foam rubber cushions and was exclusive to the Caribbean. Nothing visible interchanges with the 55s. The 56 side cover is a thin sheet of brushed aluminum that has a tab which slides in position to hold the rear to the back of the frame and wraps around the front of frame a couple of inches. Cover is held in place by screws. Drivers side of seat has a carpeted panel in front to hide the power seat components, passenger side is open with the carpeted floor completely visible under the seat. Edited July 9, 2020 by HH56 (see edit history) Link to post Share on other sites
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