11th Mar, 2023 13:00
March 2023 Classic & Performance Car Auction
1937 Packard Six
Registration - Not currently registered
Chassis No. - 289968
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - TBC
This splendid-looking righthand drive saloon was supplied new by the sole UK concessionaire of the day, Leonard Williams & Co of Berkeley Square, London. We know little of its subsequent history, but gather that it is known to the Packard Owners Club. A vehicle of considerable presence, it is finished in black, trimmed in beige/camel-coloured cloth and rides on white-walled tyres. The vendor informs us that the car has recently been treated to new brake cylinders all-round, as well as a new master cylinder, radiator, water pump and set of tyres, and some rechroming of the brightwork. He says the Packard ‘runs beautifully and stops well’ and currently grades the straight-six engine, transmission, bodywork and upholstery as ‘good’ and the paintwork as ‘average’. The Packard comes complete with a modest history file, but we understand the next keeper will need to apply for a new V5C.
Packard was renowned as a manufacturer of premier luxury automobiles that dates back all the way to 1899 and remained in business until 1958. By the late ‘30s the majority of its sales were still of sumptuous eight-cylinder cars to wealthy customers. However, keen to expand and simultaneously take account of the impending recession, in 1937 it reintroduced a six-cylinder model to its range for the first time in nine years. The third such generation, it was in production up until America’s involvement in WWII and for two further years thereafter. Its tall V-shaped radiator grille makes it one of the most recognisable cars of the period.
In summary:
- A righthand drive example delivered new to the UK concessionaires
- Recently treated to a number of replacement parts
- Known to the Packard Owners Club
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Estimated at £8,000 - £10,000Registration - Not currently registered
Chassis No. - 289968
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - TBC
This splendid-looking righthand drive saloon was supplied new by the sole UK concessionaire of the day, Leonard Williams & Co of Berkeley Square, London. We know little of its subsequent history, but gather that it is known to the Packard Owners Club. A vehicle of considerable presence, it is finished in black, trimmed in beige/camel-coloured cloth and rides on white-walled tyres. The vendor informs us that the car has recently been treated to new brake cylinders all-round, as well as a new master cylinder, radiator, water pump and set of tyres, and some rechroming of the brightwork. He says the Packard ‘runs beautifully and stops well’ and currently grades the straight-six engine, transmission, bodywork and upholstery as ‘good’ and the paintwork as ‘average’. The Packard comes complete with a modest history file, but we understand the next keeper will need to apply for a new V5C.
Packard was renowned as a manufacturer of premier luxury automobiles that dates back all the way to 1899 and remained in business until 1958. By the late ‘30s the majority of its sales were still of sumptuous eight-cylinder cars to wealthy customers. However, keen to expand and simultaneously take account of the impending recession, in 1937 it reintroduced a six-cylinder model to its range for the first time in nine years. The third such generation, it was in production up until America’s involvement in WWII and for two further years thereafter. Its tall V-shaped radiator grille makes it one of the most recognisable cars of the period.
In summary:
- A righthand drive example delivered new to the UK concessionaires
- Recently treated to a number of replacement parts
- Known to the Packard Owners Club
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Auction: March 2023 Classic & Performance Car Auction, 11th Mar, 2023
Our March auction of classic, modern classic and prestige cars and motorbikes will take place at Mavericks in Holywell, North Wales (half an hour’s drive from Chester). Mavericks, 8 Moyston Road Business Park, Llannerch-y-Môr, Holywell, CH8 9DQ
There will be free parking for auction attendees.
Entries are now being invited, and sellers will benefit from Hampson’s unique offering of zero sellers commission for physical auctions, meaning that vendors keep 100% of the hammer price achieved for their vehicles.
If you wish to consign your vehicle to this auction, you can request a valuation here or by calling one of the Hampson Auctions team on 01606 828124
Viewing Days:
Friday 10th March 2pm - 7pm
Saturday 11th March 9am - 1pm
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