1942 Packard Eight

1942 Packard Eight Convertible Coupe - Rare 1-Year-Only, Pebble Beach-Level Restoration! Claimed Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance Top 3 Finalist - no-expense-spared restoration of this ultra-rare prewar masterpiece (look under this car!) 1 of Only 972 Packard Convertible Coupes Produced in 1942 - a true blue-chip collectible with irreplaceable wartime history Rebuilt Legendary Packard Straight-Eight Engine - iconic smooth power delivery, fully show-detailed Rebuilt Original 3-Speed Synchromesh Manual Transmission - effortless classic driving with authentic feel Mirror Finish, Correct Tuxedo Black Paint - professionally show waxed, a striking formal presentation from every angle Packard Goddess of Speed Radiator Mascot - proudly displayed, symbolizing power and elegance Cavalier Maroon Leather Interior - freshly restored bench seat upholstery in rich contrast against the black exterior Extremely Rare Power Tan Canvas Convertible Top - with matching boot cover, restored to factory spec Original Deluxe Packard Steering Wheel - a work of automotive art in itself Factory Gauge Cluster - includes 110 MPH Speedometer, fuel, temp, and battery gauges Factory Art Deco Dash & Clock - original styling perfectly preserved Original In-Dash AM Radio - Packard-branded with factory speaker grille Thermostatically Controlled Grille Vent - an innovative feature from the golden age of luxury engineering 15 Painted Steel Wheels with Chrome Hubcaps - wrapped in period-correct wide whitewall radial tires Optional Dual Fender-Mounted Spare Tires with Hard Covers - adding both style and practicality Optional Dual Spotlights - rare factory accessories Full Chrome Bumpers with Front & Rear Optional Guards Optional Rear Back-Up Light - a rare 1940s safety innovation Factory Floor-Mounted Bermuda Bell - a charming original Packard feature used for service attendants Show-Ready Detailed Engine Bay & Trunk Compartment - includes correct mat and presentation-grade finish Brand-New Chrome and Stainless Trim Throughout A Rolling Piece of American History This 1942 Packard Eight Convertible Coupe marks the end of an era-the final Packard built before WWII production halted in December 1941. With only 972 units produced, very few remain today, especially in this concours-level restored condition. From its Goddess of Speed mascot to its art deco dash and factory Bermuda bell, this is a rare, investment-grade Packard that belongs in a world-class collection. Show it, drive it, preserve it-this Packard is a once-in-a-generation find.