Vintage Vehicle Club
of Australia (1919-1930) Inc.
| Make | Packard |
| Year | 1929 |
| Model |
Standard Eight |
| Body |
Roadster. |
| Engine |
Side Valve 8 cyl in line, 320 ci (5.3L), 90hp @ ????rpm. |
| Gearbox | 3sp, non-syncro. |
| Diff. Ratio | 4.38:1 |
| Wheelbase | 133" (3378mm) |
| Brakes |
Foot - 4 wheel mechanical, internal expanding. 3 shoe Bendix. Hand - Internal expanding on rear wheels. |
| Weight | 4116lb (1871kg) |
| Wheels | Wire |
| Tyre Size | 6.50 x 20" |
| Origin | USA |
History of this Vehicle
1929 - 1986
The
vehicle was delivered to Marble Bar in WA complete with Packard built body , when new.
The first owner was the owner of the Comet Gold mine in Marble Bar, WA.
It was badly smashed in the 1930's and scrapped.
1986 - Today
The current owner bought it as a wreck in 1986 from a Packard enthusiast who had found it around 1976.
Restored by the owner over period from 1987 to 2003.
To read a bit more about this vehicle, have a look here.
If you would like to contact the owner of this vehicle, please email to David mccrediedavid@optusnet.com.au.
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