This is the complete history of the design, production and sales of these cars. In depth research uncovered much new information, and many never seen before photos. A great deal of new packard material was uncovered, answering questions posed about these cars over the decades, including renumbering. Packard was an american luxury automobile marque built by the packard motor car company. Neal, 0964748320, 9780964748323, aeromarine history publishing company, 2011. Gearhead tuesday in memory of packard historian robert j. Test drive technologies vehicle inspection appraisal services 24,553 views 12. Why were two model series built over a period of three years. This 1946 1950 packard service manual is a highquality reproduction of the original equipment manufacturers oem shop manuals first published by packard motor car company when these beautiful cars were brand new. Overall it is a nice car but with a little work it could be.
The story of the first postwar new design cars robert j. The item youve selected was not added to your cart. Containing over 450 pages, this manual combines the material of all seven of their original 6 x 9 individual manuals into one handy guide. Sales for the 1950 model year declined sharply, as did packards. Packard 1955 1956 shop manual service repair book fits. The 1948 through 1950 models have always been somewhat steeped in mystery.
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The story of the first postwar new design cars hardcover 2011 by robert j. Packard sold 92,000 vehicles for 1948 and 116,000 of the 1949 models, however. A comprehensive and all original history on these fine cars. Each book contains invaluable operation, maintenance and how to information. Used 1948 packard values select a 1948 packard model below to get used tradein values and retail prices. About four years were involved in research and writing. A first class hard cover book printed on high quality paper, lavishly illustrated. The author grew up with and learned to drive in a 22nd series packard. Refer to group number in your illustrated packard parts book. Packard had survived the great depression by doing what major three ps competitors peerless and pierce arrow could. About four years were involved in its research and writing. This is the complete history of the design, production and marketing of these packards.
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