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Packard Caribbean Convertible, 1953

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Chassis No.: 26782149

Auction: Dallas 2014

Auction date: September 6, 2014

Lot No.: S69.1

$53,900 | Sold

  • Exterior: Maroon
  • Interior: White/maroon
  • Body: Convertible
  • Model 2678 Caribbean Convertible
  • 1 of 750 produced in 1953
  • 327 CI L-Head Straight Eight
  • Automatic transmission
  • Continental kit
  • Power steering
  • Power brakes
  • Power convertible top
  • Power windows
  • Power seat
  • Wire wheels
  • Wide whitewall tires
  • Maroon paint with Maroon and White interior and Beige soft top

Inspired by the Pan American show car unveiled at the 1952 New York Auto Show, the 1953 Packard Caribbean convertible was an instant classic. Built on the 122-inch wheelbase Clipper chassis and limited to just 750 cars, the Caribbean featured hand-formed rear quarter panels with fully-rounded wheel openings, as well as a Continental kit, chromed wire wheels and a higher level of trim than its Clipper counterparts. Optional equipment included Packard’s Ultramatic automatic transmission, power steering and brakes, power front seat and power windows. All were equipped with Packard’s super-smooth 327/180 HP L-head Straight Eight engine.

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This magnificent Matador Maroon convertible features a Beige power top over a White interior, making it a truly elegant example of Packard’s finest mid-Fifties offering.

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