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Title
1929 Packard runabout, left side view, top raised, light in color
Creator
Packard Motor Car Company

Institution
Detroit Public Library

Subject
Packard automobile--History

Subject
Automobile industry and trade--History

Subject
Automobiles--United States--History

Item Number
EB01d455

Type
image

Format
jpeg

Description
8x10 black and white Packard Co. file photograph of a 1929 Packard left side view, top raised, light in color. Inscribed on photo back: Packard 626, speedster eight, sixth series, 8-cylinder, 130-horsepower, 126.5-inch wheelbase, 2/4-person runabout (body type #392), custom built by Packard in then new custom body department, 1941 Illinois license plate #1189-787, note fender mounted mirrors, radio antenna, non standard top, tires, Packard deluxe emblem, radiator grille.

1929 Packard runabout, left side view, top raised, light in color

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