Guest Posted May 27, 2022 Share Posted May 27, 2022 (edited) https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/cto/d/estancia-1941-packard-coupe/7488741370.html 1941 Packard Coupe from Estate sale sitting since 1958 now up and running after recent work on the straight 8 engine that includes ,valve job,new head gasket,brakes,complete new exhaust, carb,fuel pump,more,just completed new as original headliner,windlace a start on the interior,new Ply style 16"radial wide white tires a very unique Packard,best to call for details,located near Albuquerque New Mexico. (505) 453-8982 Edited May 27, 2022 by GregLaR (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kar3516 Posted May 27, 2022 Share Posted May 27, 2022 I wonder if that mileage and the paint are original? The dash ornamentation looks to be Bakelite or plastic and appears to be in suprisingly good condition if it was a New Mexico car. Lots of summer heat in that area... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 27, 2022 Share Posted May 27, 2022 Even though the car needs upholstery work, I think it could really benefit from some time spent polishing up all that interior metal and dash components. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bryankazmer Posted May 27, 2022 Share Posted May 27, 2022 This car is a mix of 120, 160, and Henney parts. I think it is a 120 with 160 bumpers, trunk script, steering wheel and Henney hood side pieces. Not making it a terrible car, just what it is. The dash plastic was originally Tenite and is reproduced. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deac Posted May 27, 2022 Share Posted May 27, 2022 (edited) Though I am not a Packard aficionado I do like this model. It does need upholstery work but I am not sure about the meaning of the sellers comments about the headliner and wind lace. A good part of the headliner looks great but there is one photo of the left rear of the headliner where it meets the rear seatback that show water stains. The pictures don't show the left side of the car which makes me very suspicious. So it definitely needs body work and paint Edited June 3, 2022 by deac (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Skelly Posted May 27, 2022 Share Posted May 27, 2022 When did Packard go to an all-steel body? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bryankazmer Posted May 27, 2022 Share Posted May 27, 2022 7 minutes ago, Jim Skelly said: When did Packard go to an all-steel body? Thanks. 1938 Juniors, I believe. There was only a small amount 1935-37. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BucketofBolts Posted May 28, 2022 Share Posted May 28, 2022 The price is very reasonable. With inflation as it is going at current $17,500 is a bargain. Wish I had room to place it in my collection. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 2, 2022 Share Posted June 2, 2022 Well now, this is very interesting. Car is relisted with a $3,000 price drop. But new ad includes more honest pictures this time around. Car looks much rougher than the first pictures posted. Also pictures of the driver's side which were omitted in the previous ad. This kind of changes things, yes? Listing states car was used by a funeral home but in my experience they don't use too many coupes. https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/cto/d/estancia-1941-packard-coupe/7491502234.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leif in Calif Posted June 3, 2022 Share Posted June 3, 2022 What is that box on the fender? I've never seen that before. I think you are correct about coupes and funeral homes, perhaps it was the mortician's and that box had his tools for "house calls"? 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deac Posted June 3, 2022 Share Posted June 3, 2022 The price needs to drop further... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kar3516 Posted June 3, 2022 Share Posted June 3, 2022 That box is a truly ugly addition to the car. Wonder if it unbolts and leaves a few small holes to patch or if the hole in the fender is large... easy to replace the entire fender but a significant value deduction for the work required 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B Jake Moran Posted June 3, 2022 Share Posted June 3, 2022 Someone mentioned the right door is a mess. I don’t see it. What am I missing ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 3, 2022 Share Posted June 3, 2022 Maybe it belonged to an affluent plumber? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve_Mack_CT Posted June 3, 2022 Share Posted June 3, 2022 Love how first round of pics are right side only! 😁😁😁 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 3, 2022 Share Posted June 3, 2022 Yes Steve, I'm sure it was quite a disappointment for anyone who went to see the car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve_Mack_CT Posted June 3, 2022 Share Posted June 3, 2022 "Oh did I forget to mention this rare feature"... 🙄😉😁 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supercub Posted June 3, 2022 Share Posted June 3, 2022 The box is probably an aftermarket tool box. Carried tools, oil and spares for long distance travels. Maybe even gas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 3, 2022 Share Posted June 3, 2022 I wonder what was wrong with the trunk to hold such items? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 3, 2022 Share Posted June 3, 2022 (edited) ... Edited June 3, 2022 by GregLaR (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 3, 2022 Share Posted June 3, 2022 (edited) Spoke with seller and he sent this additional picture of the interior of the fender box. Dimensions are 26" deep at the front, 23" deep at the rear, 10" wide, 14" long. Deeper than I'd thought and clearly a purpose built device, but to what purpose is anyone's guess. Edited June 3, 2022 by GregLaR (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leif in Calif Posted June 3, 2022 Share Posted June 3, 2022 36 minutes ago, GregLaR said: Spoke with seller and he sent this additional picture of the interior of the fender box. Dimensions are 26" deep at the front, 23" deep at the rear, 10" wide, 14" long. Deeper than I'd thought and clearly a purpose built device, but to what purpose is anyone's guess. If it WAS connected with funeral home, I'd rather not know! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m-mman Posted June 4, 2022 Share Posted June 4, 2022 It is designed to hold a “church truck”. A church truck is the accordion folding wheeled support that is expanded to support a casket. It’s the device that gives wheels to a casket during a funeral. Likely you all have seen one in use but never knew the correct name for it. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 4, 2022 Share Posted June 4, 2022 It seems odd they would have a car dedicated to this one purpose and build an additional storage compartment for it when the trunk has more than adequate space. Wouldn't the church truck normally fit in the hearse? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hudsy Wudsy Posted June 4, 2022 Share Posted June 4, 2022 A funeral bier or church trolley: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hudsy Wudsy Posted June 4, 2022 Share Posted June 4, 2022 (edited) So, if I had said, "That's where they keep the beir", you guys would have thought I just couldn't spell, right? Edited June 4, 2022 by Hudsy Wudsy (see edit history) 1 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m-mman Posted June 4, 2022 Share Posted June 4, 2022 7 hours ago, GregLaR said: It seems odd they would have a car dedicated to this one purpose and build an additional storage compartment for it when the trunk has more than adequate space. I suspect it’s because these random pieces were removed from a Henney hearse and for some reason were bolted on to this poor coupe in the 50s. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hudsy Wudsy Posted June 4, 2022 Share Posted June 4, 2022 54 minutes ago, m-mman said: I suspect it’s because these random pieces were removed from a Henney hearse and for some reason were bolted on to this poor coupe in the 50s. Jim, you are probably right. Not all funeral homes serve the rich and affluent. Some homes, like their "customers", were squeezed financially. Also, if a needed vehicle was replaced during or shortly after the war, when stocks were severely limited, they may have had to improvise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leif in Calif Posted June 4, 2022 Share Posted June 4, 2022 13 hours ago, Hudsy Wudsy said: So, if I had said, "That's where they keep the beir", you guys would have thought I just couldn't spell, right? Maybe you've hit on something Hudsy...a bag of ice in the bottom and a couple of six packs on top.... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kar3516 Posted June 5, 2022 Share Posted June 5, 2022 18 hours ago, Leif in Calif said: Maybe you've hit on something Hudsy...a bag of ice in the bottom and a couple of six packs on top.... And with the water dripping from under the car everyone would think you were riding in air conditioned comfort! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
classiclines Posted June 11, 2022 Share Posted June 11, 2022 Re-listed - new lower price $14,500 https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/cto/d/estancia-1941-packard-coupe/7495131916.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marty Roth Posted August 17, 2022 Share Posted August 17, 2022 (edited) On 6/4/2022 at 2:12 AM, Guest said: It seems odd they would have a car dedicated to this one purpose and build an additional storage compartment for it when the trunk has more than adequate space. Wouldn't the church truck normally fit in the hearse? Or possibly to retrieve the deceased from location of passing and transport to Funeral Home, Then later use a hearse post funeral? These days they tend to use an unmarked van for that purpose. Edited August 17, 2022 by Marty Roth (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
classiclines Posted August 17, 2022 Share Posted August 17, 2022 (edited) Old posting deleted by Seller - this posting still up... https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/cto/d/estancia-1941-packard-coupe/7522365570.html $10,500 (New Mexico) Edited August 17, 2022 by classiclines updated (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hudsy Wudsy Posted August 18, 2022 Share Posted August 18, 2022 "First call service" van: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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