The 1942 Packard Super Eight One Eighty Rollson All-Weather Town Car is among the rarest and most desirable semi-custom Packards ever produced, representing the final chapter of Packard’s cataloged coachbuilt offerings. Built on the top-tier One Eighty chassis and powered by the exceptional 356-cubic-inch straight-eight, this Packard combines formal luxury with chauffeur-driven presence. Chassis 15502043 presents today as a beautifully mellowed, fully restored Full Classic with patina consistent with careful preservation. This Packard is ideal for tours, marque events, or as a standout entry at CCCA, AACA, or Packard club gatherings, where its extreme rarity guarantees attention.

This Packard was completed in December 1941 and believed to be the final cataloged Packard town car. It is quite possibly the last cataloged Packard body style produced. The All-Weather Town Car was originally delivered new to the Cory family of New York, known for their innovations in the coffee percolator industry. Three examples were built at a price of $4,975, making the model accessible only to the most affluent buyers as America entered wartime production. The Packard has since passed through discerning owners, including a comprehensive seven-year restoration in the 1980s under Wyatt Peterson, who fabricated difficult-to-source components at a time when parts availability was limited. The Packard was acquired 2023 by the current owner who invested in further preservation and maintenance adding fewer than 250 miles with current mileage showing 42,565 miles.

The exterior of the Packard presents in red with burgundy accents complete with the distinctive black leather covered hardtop which are in very good overall condition. The Packard has dual covered sidemounts, wide whitewall tires, and the original folding chrome luggage rack. The correct removable black canvas chauffeur top is in very good condition. Expected rock chips and minor wear on the running boards reflect normal use, while the body lines, trim, lenses, and formal proportions remain visually striking. All exterior lighting functions properly. The Packard maintains the dignified, authentic appearance from Rollson coachbuilder and would be welcome at local and regional shows!

The chauffeur’s compartment is trimmed in black leather paired with brown short-pile carpeting. The interior is in overall good condition from normal wear and use over the years with the front seat showing one tear and there is some fraying on the carpet. The instrument panel retains its Packard enamel emblem steering wheel and chrome trim with the original AM radio in place but nonfunctional. A secondary oil pressure gauge has been installed since the one on the dash does not work. The passenger compartment remains elegant in tan broadcloth with well-preserved jump seats, footrests, and attractive walnut trim, though the anterior vent panels show deterioration. The division glass is present, though its power mechanism operates inconsistently. Power windows function on the driver’s side, and the cabin retains working dome lighting on one side as well as functional heater and defrost systems.

Powered by Packard’s 356-cubic-inch straight-eight rated at 165 horsepower, the Packard retains the smooth and confident performance for which the One Eighty series is renowned. The column controlled three-speed manual transmission shifts cleanly, complimented by the Borg-Warner overdrive unit option, providing a higher gear ratio for highway cruising at lower engine speeds. The four-wheel drum brakes are in good working condition, and recent servicing included a fuel pump assembly replacement in July 2025. There is a 6V battery with the cutoff switch conveniently located under the driver’s seat. The mechanical presentation reflects long-term preservation following the earlier frame-off restoration, making this an excellent candidate for continued touring or club events.

Includes original Packard owner’s manual, partial maintenance, restoration and ownership records, some tools and small parts.

For more information and details, please call or text Kendi Brown at +1.623.404.9042 or email us at sales@classicpromenade.com. This 1942 Packard Super Eight One Eighty Rollson All Weather Town Car is available for inspection at our showroom in Phoenix. We are pleased to offer FaceTime or WhatsApp live video inspections, and we help coordinate shipping worldwide. We also have financing partners if you are interested in financing.