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1942 Packard convertible victoria parked on grass by viewing stand

Packard Motor Car Company

Detroit Public Library

Packard automobile--History

Antique and classic cars--Exhibitions

Automobiles--United States--History

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8x10 black and white Packard Co. file photograph of a 1942 Packard right side view, top raised, parked on grass, booth for speakers in background, possibly at a classic car show. Inscribed on photo back: Packard one eighty, custom super eight, twentieth series, model 2006, 8-cylinder, 165-horsepower, 127-inch wheelbase, 5-person convertible victoria (body type #1529), by Darrin, Packard approved accessories; deluxe emblem, radio, grille guard, chrome wheel trim rings, note special fitments; special lamps, chrome tail lamp housings, 1960 Ohio license plate #AK-736.