This particular Packard sold new in Philadelphia, PA on March 18, 1936. It has spent most of its life in the possession of a Mr. Jack Willam Kruse of Jacksonville, FL. Mr. Kruse purchased the vehicle with 30,000 actual miles. He has fully restored the vehicle and has owned it for several decades. Upon the death of Mr. Kruse, his son, Kolby, inherited the vehicle. However, due to medical reasons, Kolby was unable to drive. 

In 2016 the Packard was sold to its current owner. Since then, it has been kept in a private collection in Albuquerque, NM. The complete history of this Packard is very much paraphrased in this description. In fact, this car has a substantial amount of paperwork and documentation telling much of the story this car has experienced. 

Throughout its life, this car has hardly been driven. Only 365.5 miles per year to be exact! Given its low millage and meticulous care, this Packard is not requiring any mechanical attention. The venerable 282 CID straight eight offered 110 hp that was transmitted through its three-speed transmission.  The 120 model was the first in the Packard lineup to offer hydraulic brakes.  The drivetrain components and accessories function as designed, but we would recommend further recommissioning prior to touring.  With only minor detailing, the engine and chassis can be ready for show.  The charging system has been converted to an alternator and we are awaiting details as to if it has been converted to a 12 volt system.  

Cosmetically this Packard looks like new. Truly, the classic Tabaco Cream paint is in outstanding condition despite its age and is free from any noticeable blemishes. The paint is complimented with a red coachstripe that accents the lines, especially with the optional artillery wheels and dual side mounted spares.  The tan Haartz cloth convertible top is in beautiful condition and fits tight and is complete with the complementing top boot.  The running board rubber is still like new.  Other optional features include side wind deflectors, fog lights and accessory turn signal indicators for safety while touring.  

The beige leather interior is equally as nice with all materials and touch points showing little to no sign of wear.  The rumble seat is also in matching beige leather and in excellent condition.  You may have noticed a missing gauge cluster in our photos. That particular item was out for repair during the time of the photoshoot. Updated photos will be uploaded upon completion. 

We are very fond of all things Packard, having dealt with many of them over the years. We are very confident in saying that this particular example meets our expectations for quality and condition, and we know that it’s new owner will not be disappointed with their purchase. 

For more information and details, call, text or email Harry Clark at +1.623.404.9042 or sales@classicpromenade.com.  The Packard is available for inspection in Albuquerque, NM.

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This has been owned by us for the past twenty (20) years and is a California car since new. It is extremely rare to see the sexy and sleek styling of a Packard Club Coupe.  It is rarer still to see a proper and extensive restoration given to a 120 Packard.  It is unknown how many of this body style were delivered, but the number know to be extant is very low.

With a 127″ wheelbase and the impressive straight-eight 288 cu in engine delivering 120 H.P. and considerable torque provide for a smooth and elegant drving experience.

The restoration was completed about 15 years ago with no expense spared. Every receipt has been retained for over the past 20 years. The car was bought by us in 1989 in the Beverly Hills area from a famous songwriter who had the car since the early 1970’s. When he acquired the car it was in its original livery of green.

He restored this motorcar in the 1970’s for he and his wife to use. His selected colors were the very common brown and gold.  The car was regularly seen in LA in the 60’s and 70’s.  I have a photo of this Packard in the early 1970’s two decades prior to my ownership.  In our photo gallery to your right are numerous photos, including photos of the car prior to restoration and a few of it during the more recent restoration.

This car has never had any signs of rust or any major body repair. The entire car was walnut shell blasted and taken down to bare metal.  The present colors are the correct and elegant Packard colors of Laguna Maroon Metallic and French Grey Metallic.  The paint was the correct nitrocellulose lacquer ordered from Bill Hirsch.  It still has a deep mirror finish.

The interior was completed in leather, as would be specified with a “deluxe” 120 interior.  The headliner is completed in luxurious maroon wool broadcloth and the carpet is finished in maroon Wilton Wool.  Both material selections were the very best and obtained from Bill Hirsch and are in excellent condition.

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gUHR9Ze5iuU[/youtube]The restoration included replacement or rebuilding every component.  We thoroughly replaced all the rubber seals and the running board covers as ordered through Lynn Steele Rubber Products.  The wiring harness was obtained by YandZ Wiring and included the integration of the correct accessory turn signals and fog lights.  All the glass was replaced with the exception of the rear window as it is uniquely curved.

The restoration also included all of the chrome being replated, stainless steel trim polished, new cadmium plating as required, all new light bulbs and all the instruments were rebuilt completely restored and calibrated, etc. The chassis and engine were restored, with the engine and clutch being rebuilt recently, within the past 500 miles.  The gas tank was cleaned and has a liner installed for a worry free long life.  There is an auxiliary electric fuel pump that is only used for priming the car prior to starting.

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YQVseDJiIKk[/youtube]The car runs and drives excellently.  It has the straight eight cylinder engine with considerable torque and three speed transmission.  The gearing and drivetrain provide for excellent power and can easily drive with modern traffic and drive through mountainous terrain.  We recently special order the production of Yokahama steel-belted radial tires to be modified with the proper whitewall galvenized on the side.  This was done by Diamondback Radials and are virtually undetectable as radials by anyone, even experts.  It does not have the overdrive installed and was delivered from new without a radio or heater.

This car would score very well in any concours.  The paint has a fine patina that reflects an older restoration on a motorcar that has been carefully used and stored in an extensive collection of senior Packards and other fine classics.  This car is being sold with a first right of refusal when the next owner chooses to sell this elegant and rare motorcar.  To restore a Packard to this level would cost at least $70,000 to $100,000.

Asking: Sold!

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