For Sale at Auction: 1932 Packard Twin Six in Amelia Island, Florida for sale in Yulee, FL
Vehicle Description Chassis No.
900471 Engine No.
900481 Vehicle No.
579-64 Known for producing some of the world's finest luxury automobiles, Packard would attract the attention of many prominent customers who were drawn to the marque's excellent reputation of stellar performance and exquisite styling.
Built during the decline of the world economy going into the 1930s, rather than turn to lower-cost models, Packard would release an all-new flagship Twin Six powered by an L-head V12 offering exceptional refinement and reliability.
With prices ranging from $3,650 to more than $7,000 for extended-wheelbase models, this model showcased Packard's commitment to their most loyal high-end customers despite the surrounding economic conditions.
Among the most notable of all Packard enthusiasts, The King of Hollywood and well-known automotive enthusiast, Clark Gable could buy any of the best automobiles that his movie star career afforded him and he rightly had a clear affection for the top-of-the-line Packard models.
In addition to the financial security and notoriety that Gable enjoyed from being one of the most highly regarded movie stars of his time, he was also crucially located near the famous distributer and largest-volume dealer of new Packard's in the world, Earle C.
Anthony in Los Angeles, California.
Sold new on 14 November 1932, vehicle number 579-64 was sold through Earle C.
Anthony, with Clark Gable believed to be the original owner.
Packard historians and previous owners maintain that this Twin Six Coupe Roadster was delivered with accessory wheel discs, Pilot-Ray driving lights, and a rear-mounted trunk as can be matched with period photography with Gable posing next to his Packard.
Believed to have been sold by Gable in 1934 to make way for his new Packard Twelve Runabout Speedster, this Packard's known ownership history continued with another Los Angeles, California owner.
According to records, by 1949 it was owned by an individual in Cambria and would continue to make its way north along the California coast to Greenfield, California where it was discovered by devoted automotive enthusiast, Jack Passey.
After reportedly discovering it in a local backyard, Mr.
Passey would track down the owner and purchase the car before towing it home to his sprawling collection of unrestored vehicles.
Remaining in the Passey collection until the early 1960s, this example was then purchased by Packard enthusiast George Petrusich who would retain it for a number of years before selling it to C.
A.
Leslie Jr.
of Oklahoma City.
A highly-regarded collector, this Twin Six would reside among his impressive collection alongside other Packard models for approximately twenty years during which time it is said to have been a stand-out member and the pride of the collection.
Purchased in 1989 by longtime CCCA member Don Wohlwend of Camano Island, Washington, Mr.
Wohlwend returned this Packard to the west coast, keeping the car for eight years before eventually selling it to respected Packard connoisseur Tom Moretti.
Focused on collecting only the best of the best, vehicles from Moretti's collection were often restored at their fully-equipped home restoration facility, allowing for a close eye to be kept on all restorations, ensuring that they were completed to the exacting standards of Moretti.
Perhaps best summarized by highlighting his impressive accolades, in his lifetime Moretti would restore seven Packard Twelves, with all seven taking home a Best in Class trophy at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance.
Following the painstaking restoration completed to Moretti standards, this Twin Six would indeed win a Best in Class at Pebble Beach in 2009 before continuing its run of success with a Best in Class at both the Amelia Island and Meadow Brook.
After this impressive chain of victories, it was awarded its First Primary Award with a perfect score of 100 points and crowned Best of Show at the 2010 CCCA Museum Experience at Hickory Corners.
Under current ownership, this example has remained in well-preserved condition and benefits from a recently completed full engine rebuild.
With history that is believed to begin with Clark Gable, this Twin Six offers not only unprecedented provenance and rarity, but also an impressive chain of respected collectors who have diligently researched this model under their ownership.
Retaining its original body, engine, frame, front axle, and steering box, all displaying serial numbers within 10 digits of one another, the firewall data tag is also believed to be original.
Currently displaying 844 miles at the time of restoration, this Packard Twin Six has covered less than one-thousand miles following its show-winning Moretti restoration.
Having attracted the attention of many esteemed Packard collectors throughout history, it is fair to say that this is surely one of finest, most scrutinized, and desirable Twin Six models extant.
Please note this vehicle is titled by its vehicle no.
57964.
900471 Engine No.
900481 Vehicle No.
579-64 Known for producing some of the world's finest luxury automobiles, Packard would attract the attention of many prominent customers who were drawn to the marque's excellent reputation of stellar performance and exquisite styling.
Built during the decline of the world economy going into the 1930s, rather than turn to lower-cost models, Packard would release an all-new flagship Twin Six powered by an L-head V12 offering exceptional refinement and reliability.
With prices ranging from $3,650 to more than $7,000 for extended-wheelbase models, this model showcased Packard's commitment to their most loyal high-end customers despite the surrounding economic conditions.
Among the most notable of all Packard enthusiasts, The King of Hollywood and well-known automotive enthusiast, Clark Gable could buy any of the best automobiles that his movie star career afforded him and he rightly had a clear affection for the top-of-the-line Packard models.
In addition to the financial security and notoriety that Gable enjoyed from being one of the most highly regarded movie stars of his time, he was also crucially located near the famous distributer and largest-volume dealer of new Packard's in the world, Earle C.
Anthony in Los Angeles, California.
Sold new on 14 November 1932, vehicle number 579-64 was sold through Earle C.
Anthony, with Clark Gable believed to be the original owner.
Packard historians and previous owners maintain that this Twin Six Coupe Roadster was delivered with accessory wheel discs, Pilot-Ray driving lights, and a rear-mounted trunk as can be matched with period photography with Gable posing next to his Packard.
Believed to have been sold by Gable in 1934 to make way for his new Packard Twelve Runabout Speedster, this Packard's known ownership history continued with another Los Angeles, California owner.
According to records, by 1949 it was owned by an individual in Cambria and would continue to make its way north along the California coast to Greenfield, California where it was discovered by devoted automotive enthusiast, Jack Passey.
After reportedly discovering it in a local backyard, Mr.
Passey would track down the owner and purchase the car before towing it home to his sprawling collection of unrestored vehicles.
Remaining in the Passey collection until the early 1960s, this example was then purchased by Packard enthusiast George Petrusich who would retain it for a number of years before selling it to C.
A.
Leslie Jr.
of Oklahoma City.
A highly-regarded collector, this Twin Six would reside among his impressive collection alongside other Packard models for approximately twenty years during which time it is said to have been a stand-out member and the pride of the collection.
Purchased in 1989 by longtime CCCA member Don Wohlwend of Camano Island, Washington, Mr.
Wohlwend returned this Packard to the west coast, keeping the car for eight years before eventually selling it to respected Packard connoisseur Tom Moretti.
Focused on collecting only the best of the best, vehicles from Moretti's collection were often restored at their fully-equipped home restoration facility, allowing for a close eye to be kept on all restorations, ensuring that they were completed to the exacting standards of Moretti.
Perhaps best summarized by highlighting his impressive accolades, in his lifetime Moretti would restore seven Packard Twelves, with all seven taking home a Best in Class trophy at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance.
Following the painstaking restoration completed to Moretti standards, this Twin Six would indeed win a Best in Class at Pebble Beach in 2009 before continuing its run of success with a Best in Class at both the Amelia Island and Meadow Brook.
After this impressive chain of victories, it was awarded its First Primary Award with a perfect score of 100 points and crowned Best of Show at the 2010 CCCA Museum Experience at Hickory Corners.
Under current ownership, this example has remained in well-preserved condition and benefits from a recently completed full engine rebuild.
With history that is believed to begin with Clark Gable, this Twin Six offers not only unprecedented provenance and rarity, but also an impressive chain of respected collectors who have diligently researched this model under their ownership.
Retaining its original body, engine, frame, front axle, and steering box, all displaying serial numbers within 10 digits of one another, the firewall data tag is also believed to be original.
Currently displaying 844 miles at the time of restoration, this Packard Twin Six has covered less than one-thousand miles following its show-winning Moretti restoration.
Having attracted the attention of many esteemed Packard collectors throughout history, it is fair to say that this is surely one of finest, most scrutinized, and desirable Twin Six models extant.
Please note this vehicle is titled by its vehicle no.
57964.
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