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The ex-Ray B. Bowersox

Auction 18.08.2002
18.08.2002
Schätzpreis
50.000 $ - 70.000 $
Zuschlagspreis:
58.750 $
Auktionsarchiv: Los-Nr. 25

The ex-Ray B. Bowersox

Auction 18.08.2002
18.08.2002
Schätzpreis
50.000 $ - 70.000 $
Zuschlagspreis:
58.750 $
Beschreibung:

The ex-Ray B. Bowersox 1930 PACKARD 740 CUSTOM EIGHT ROADSTER Chassis No. 183667 Engine No. 183358 Yellow with black wings and brown leather interior Engine: straight eight, L-head, water cooled, 384ci, 109hp; Gearbox: four speed manual; Suspension: front and rear semi-elliptic leaf springs; Brakes: four wheel drum. Left hand drive. The Packard nomenclature designated the series and chassis wheelbase length, thus a 740 model is a Seventh Series example with 140.5inch wheelbase. The Seventh Series was introduced in August 1929, at the beginning of what was to become the most volatile period in the American economy. On October 29, 1929 the American stock market crashed and most of the country followed. However, Packard sales manager R.E. Chamberlain remained unaffected, instructing his sales associates to remind their clients of the opportune advantages of buying a Packard. Considering the events of 1929, such a task seemed surely insurmountable. Amazingly though, nearly 70 of Packard buyers that year paid in cash! Nevertheless the total number of cars sold in December of 1929 dropped by almost 30 The Packard Motor Car Company had managed to survive the early part of 1930 on the impressive and enviable response from their devout clientele. The prestigious reputation of Packard preceded the cars themselves. They were known as a company who built automobiles designed to last. Their advertising and press brochures reflected this in their theme: Once a Packard - Always a Packard. Why not consider yourself in the position of one who bought his Packard new and drives it today for the years of good service still in it? You can put yourself on a par with him because your Packard will still be distinguished in beauty, luxury and comfort. Packard smartly employed Ray Dietrich to modify styling to encompass all of the different model lines as well. The new sleeker cars for 1930 all featured essentially the same body styles. The different wheelbases between the 733, 740 and 745 models were reflected in the length of the hoods which were extended on the more steeply priced 740 and 745 lines. This effort helped boost sales as it incorporated the lovely styling of the higher priced models at a more affordable level with only a nominal horsepower difference between the Deluxe Eight and the Standard Eight. Technologically improved over its predecessor, the seventh series car featured a double fan belt arrangement that allowed for improved engine cooling, and the motor thermostat was eliminated in favor of automatically controlled thermostatic radiator shutters. A Detroit Lubricator No. 51 updraft carburetor was fitted, as was a new reciprocating piston device that eased vacuum tank operation at high speeds. The four-speed gearbox was upgraded with a low-low gear that allowed for easier slow-speed operation without sacrificing substantial torque. The myriad of refinements produced a truly luxurious motor car capable of high-speed driving and gentle touring. The series 740 lasted twelve months until the next series began. Prices new ranged from $3190 to $3885 depending on model choice. This is a 1930 model year Packard Roadster and was first sold on 3 May 1930 through the Chicago agents Sharpe Motor Corporation. Its subsequent history is largely unknown. We are informed that the Packard was subject to a complete frame-off ground up restoration in 1975. At some stage it joined the renowned classic car collection of Ray Bowersox from Pennsylvania. In a recent telephone conversation, he fondly remembered the Packard and stated that it was a genuine roadster and not a re-bodied vehicle. It joined a private European collection in 1990. The present condition of this car is indicative of the older restoration, which has generally held up well. The paintwork has dulled slightly but should respond to a professional polish. The interior is quite acceptable for everyday use. The engine bay is dry and tidy and underneath the car the chassis is clean.

Auktionsarchiv: Los-Nr. 25
Auktion:
Datum:
18.08.2002
Auktionshaus:
Christie's
The Pebble Beach Equestrian Center
Beschreibung:

The ex-Ray B. Bowersox 1930 PACKARD 740 CUSTOM EIGHT ROADSTER Chassis No. 183667 Engine No. 183358 Yellow with black wings and brown leather interior Engine: straight eight, L-head, water cooled, 384ci, 109hp; Gearbox: four speed manual; Suspension: front and rear semi-elliptic leaf springs; Brakes: four wheel drum. Left hand drive. The Packard nomenclature designated the series and chassis wheelbase length, thus a 740 model is a Seventh Series example with 140.5inch wheelbase. The Seventh Series was introduced in August 1929, at the beginning of what was to become the most volatile period in the American economy. On October 29, 1929 the American stock market crashed and most of the country followed. However, Packard sales manager R.E. Chamberlain remained unaffected, instructing his sales associates to remind their clients of the opportune advantages of buying a Packard. Considering the events of 1929, such a task seemed surely insurmountable. Amazingly though, nearly 70 of Packard buyers that year paid in cash! Nevertheless the total number of cars sold in December of 1929 dropped by almost 30 The Packard Motor Car Company had managed to survive the early part of 1930 on the impressive and enviable response from their devout clientele. The prestigious reputation of Packard preceded the cars themselves. They were known as a company who built automobiles designed to last. Their advertising and press brochures reflected this in their theme: Once a Packard - Always a Packard. Why not consider yourself in the position of one who bought his Packard new and drives it today for the years of good service still in it? You can put yourself on a par with him because your Packard will still be distinguished in beauty, luxury and comfort. Packard smartly employed Ray Dietrich to modify styling to encompass all of the different model lines as well. The new sleeker cars for 1930 all featured essentially the same body styles. The different wheelbases between the 733, 740 and 745 models were reflected in the length of the hoods which were extended on the more steeply priced 740 and 745 lines. This effort helped boost sales as it incorporated the lovely styling of the higher priced models at a more affordable level with only a nominal horsepower difference between the Deluxe Eight and the Standard Eight. Technologically improved over its predecessor, the seventh series car featured a double fan belt arrangement that allowed for improved engine cooling, and the motor thermostat was eliminated in favor of automatically controlled thermostatic radiator shutters. A Detroit Lubricator No. 51 updraft carburetor was fitted, as was a new reciprocating piston device that eased vacuum tank operation at high speeds. The four-speed gearbox was upgraded with a low-low gear that allowed for easier slow-speed operation without sacrificing substantial torque. The myriad of refinements produced a truly luxurious motor car capable of high-speed driving and gentle touring. The series 740 lasted twelve months until the next series began. Prices new ranged from $3190 to $3885 depending on model choice. This is a 1930 model year Packard Roadster and was first sold on 3 May 1930 through the Chicago agents Sharpe Motor Corporation. Its subsequent history is largely unknown. We are informed that the Packard was subject to a complete frame-off ground up restoration in 1975. At some stage it joined the renowned classic car collection of Ray Bowersox from Pennsylvania. In a recent telephone conversation, he fondly remembered the Packard and stated that it was a genuine roadster and not a re-bodied vehicle. It joined a private European collection in 1990. The present condition of this car is indicative of the older restoration, which has generally held up well. The paintwork has dulled slightly but should respond to a professional polish. The interior is quite acceptable for everyday use. The engine bay is dry and tidy and underneath the car the chassis is clean.

Auktionsarchiv: Los-Nr. 25
Auktion:
Datum:
18.08.2002
Auktionshaus:
Christie's
The Pebble Beach Equestrian Center
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