Used 1934 Packard Eight Club Sedan for sale in Memphis, Indiana
Gateway Classic Cars of Louisville is proud to present this 1934 Packard Eight Club Sedan 716 Restomod! Only a few decades removed from the Gilded Age the 30s era Luxury line cars were captivating! Competition was strong and luxury was at its finest. Packard debuted the Eight in 1930 within multiple different models to suit various needs and desires. The Eight ranged in price from around $2500-$5500, which considering the times - post depression that is a staggering number. But this was not a car for the masses. Perspective, that amount is around $40,000 - $80,000 today. Here is something special. A 1934 Packard Eight Club Sedan 716 Restomod. Now before you dig into the modifications you need to understand the state of this car when the current owner acquired it. This car was disheveled and buried in a barn. 23 years ago the current owner struck a deal and bought this vintage Packard and gave it a new lease on life. Restored her and modified her to be able to enjoy daily. Walking around the car she is pure Packard elegance. Body is in great shape and blue and black Kirker paint looks wonderful. The interior is in nice condition, dash looks proper and seats look comfortable. Powering this Packard is a LT1 350ci V8 out of a 1996 Impala SS running that modern power to the ground through a 4L60E Automatic transmission. Holding this legend together is the complete subframe and torsion suspension from a 78 Chrysler, mainly to carry the weight of her. The engine was chosen from the Impala for its cast iron heads instead of the aluminum ones in the Corvette so they wouldnt warp. Corvette valve covers were added for aesthetics. Dodge Omni rack-and-pinion steering and 13 disc brakes help slow her down. Ford 9 rear end and reworked Packard leaf springs, 3:50 gears, and Monroe air shocks. The ride is great, truly a pleasure to drive! If you crave the vintage, timeless and sleek look but yearn to be able to drive it daily, this is absolutely the car for you! Might even occasionally surprise the car revving at you at a stop light by showing them what the back looks like. Options on this Packard are: A/C, Power Steering, Power Brakes, Power Seats, Power Windows, Power Wipers, Leather Seats, AM/FM Radio, CD Player, Telescopic wheel, Wire wheels, and radial tires. This 1934 Packard Eight Club Sedan 716 Restomod 1 is offered by our Louisville Showroom and can be seen in greater detail including 100+ HD pictures and an HD video at www.GatewayClassicCars.com. For additional information please call our knowledgeable staff at (812) 294-1555 or email us at louisville@GatewayClassicCars.com. See more at: https://www.gatewayclassiccars.com/LOU/2479/
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