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FROM THE ESTATE OF WILLIAM B. RUGER
1927 PACKARD MODEL 443 PHAETON
Chassis No. 227378
Engine No. 227483A
Black with red inserts, brown leather upholstery and brown soft top
Engine: L-head, straight eight, 384ci, 106bhp; Gearbox: three-speed manual with reverse; Suspension: front and rear semi-elliptic leaf springs; Brakes: four wheel mechanical drums. Left hand drive.
The eight cylinder engine that Packard had revealed in 1923 as a successor to the V12 provided the backbone of Packard's future production, lasting to the end of the 1930's. The design was a simple side valve (L-head) of the highest quality with a light alloy crankcase with the crankshaft running in nine main bearings. It gave a smooth and effortless performance. The new engine provided the model name for Packard's most prestigious model of the era, the Eight. In 1928 the eight cylinder engine was the root of the Packard line. Designated either the Standard or Custom Eight (a misnomer by most accounts as the Custom Eight was not truly a Packard custom car), it would be the cornerstone of the model line as the six cylinder line was phased out of production completely and replaced by the newly configured eight cylinder versions.
The Fourth Series cars produced in 1927 and 1928 were offered with over twenty different body styles to choose from supplemented by an increasingly diverse selection of color choices. Packard executive Alvan Macauley looked to the Model 443 to boost sales, and he accomplished this by standardizing production and offering the cars in a selection of factory designated configurations. Production of motor cars for the 1928 model year rose quite substantially as it totaled over 8,000, up from the previous year's figures of approximately 5,000. Prices were decreased slightly however, with various options such as side mount spare tires, total cost of the cars had not really changed very much. Several mechanical improvements were executed on the 1928 line of cars as well. Notably, a new cylinder bore lubrication system was introduced and utilized a tubular oil manifold alongside the cylinders with passages drilled into each cylinder bore. As it was connected with the choke control, the oil flowed only when the carburetor choke was in operation, the effects of which prevented any raw gasoline from washing away oil along the cylinder walls. This process cut down on engine wear and helped provide for long-lasting engine life. The 1927/1928 Fourth Series Packard again proved the company's dedication to perfecting their own nearly flawless quality motor car.
Bill Ruger acquired this Packard from a deceased estate in Connecticut some years ago and this particular 443 Phaeton has benefited from some sympathetic restoration work which included a frame-off repaint. Looking more closely the front spring shackles and kingpins have been renewed and clearly the restoration must have been well done. The engine was rebuilt by Lyle Patterson about ten years ago and this included fitting new pistons and valves, since when the car has travelled very little mileage. Today the paintwork is still in very presentable condition although unfortunately there is one small dent in the rear nearside fender and there are some minor polishing marks and scratches in places. The brown leather interior trim and convertible top are in very good condition having been re-trimmed in period materials. The painted walnut effect dashboard is in good condition and the interior nickel features still retain their original plating and all instrumentation appears correct. There are twin glove boxes and a central divide compartment, possibly for side screens, in the rear. The Parabeam headlamps, external door handles and radiator surround have been re-plated in the original nickel finish. The car is still fitted with disc wheels, twin sidemounted spares and has an original Boyce motometer atop the radiator. The engine bay is very clean and uncluttered with all original fittings present and correct. As with all motor vehicles in his collection, the Packard is on the button and ready to go and said to run and drive very well.
With twin spare wheels on the back and period disc wheels, this late twenties Packard would be a good family tourer and is eligible for the various national CCCA events in the US.
WITHOUT RESERVE
FROM THE ESTATE OF WILLIAM B. RUGER
1927 PACKARD MODEL 443 PHAETON
Chassis No. 227378
Engine No. 227483A
Black with red inserts, brown leather upholstery and brown soft top
Engine: L-head, straight eight, 384ci, 106bhp; Gearbox: three-speed manual with reverse; Suspension: front and rear semi-elliptic leaf springs; Brakes: four wheel mechanical drums. Left hand drive.
The eight cylinder engine that Packard had revealed in 1923 as a successor to the V12 provided the backbone of Packard's future production, lasting to the end of the 1930's. The design was a simple side valve (L-head) of the highest quality with a light alloy crankcase with the crankshaft running in nine main bearings. It gave a smooth and effortless performance. The new engine provided the model name for Packard's most prestigious model of the era, the Eight. In 1928 the eight cylinder engine was the root of the Packard line. Designated either the Standard or Custom Eight (a misnomer by most accounts as the Custom Eight was not truly a Packard custom car), it would be the cornerstone of the model line as the six cylinder line was phased out of production completely and replaced by the newly configured eight cylinder versions.
The Fourth Series cars produced in 1927 and 1928 were offered with over twenty different body styles to choose from supplemented by an increasingly diverse selection of color choices. Packard executive Alvan Macauley looked to the Model 443 to boost sales, and he accomplished this by standardizing production and offering the cars in a selection of factory designated configurations. Production of motor cars for the 1928 model year rose quite substantially as it totaled over 8,000, up from the previous year's figures of approximately 5,000. Prices were decreased slightly however, with various options such as side mount spare tires, total cost of the cars had not really changed very much. Several mechanical improvements were executed on the 1928 line of cars as well. Notably, a new cylinder bore lubrication system was introduced and utilized a tubular oil manifold alongside the cylinders with passages drilled into each cylinder bore. As it was connected with the choke control, the oil flowed only when the carburetor choke was in operation, the effects of which prevented any raw gasoline from washing away oil along the cylinder walls. This process cut down on engine wear and helped provide for long-lasting engine life. The 1927/1928 Fourth Series Packard again proved the company's dedication to perfecting their own nearly flawless quality motor car.
Bill Ruger acquired this Packard from a deceased estate in Connecticut some years ago and this particular 443 Phaeton has benefited from some sympathetic restoration work which included a frame-off repaint. Looking more closely the front spring shackles and kingpins have been renewed and clearly the restoration must have been well done. The engine was rebuilt by Lyle Patterson about ten years ago and this included fitting new pistons and valves, since when the car has travelled very little mileage. Today the paintwork is still in very presentable condition although unfortunately there is one small dent in the rear nearside fender and there are some minor polishing marks and scratches in places. The brown leather interior trim and convertible top are in very good condition having been re-trimmed in period materials. The painted walnut effect dashboard is in good condition and the interior nickel features still retain their original plating and all instrumentation appears correct. There are twin glove boxes and a central divide compartment, possibly for side screens, in the rear. The Parabeam headlamps, external door handles and radiator surround have been re-plated in the original nickel finish. The car is still fitted with disc wheels, twin sidemounted spares and has an original Boyce motometer atop the radiator. The engine bay is very clean and uncluttered with all original fittings present and correct. As with all motor vehicles in his collection, the Packard is on the button and ready to go and said to run and drive very well.
With twin spare wheels on the back and period disc wheels, this late twenties Packard would be a good family tourer and is eligible for the various national CCCA events in the US.
WITHOUT RESERVE
Special notice
This lot is offered without reserve.