Lot# 1220

Selling on Saturday
From The Fort Lauderdale Antique Car Museum Collection

1916 Packard Model E 2 1/2-Ton C-Cab Truck

Offered Without Reserve
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ITEMS IS LOCATED IN FORT LAUDERDALE, FL
ITEMS MUST BE PAID FOR AND REMOVED BY NOV. 11TH AT 3PM.
ANY ITEMS LEFT AFTER NOV. 11TH WILL BE SHIPPED BY THE PREFERRED SHIPPER AT THE BUYER'S EXPENSE
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VIN: 175699 This is a museum piece and does not start. Size: 9' 10" h x 7' w x 22' 1" long

525 cid L-head inline four-cylinder engine, 60 HP, three-speed manual transmission, heavy-duty four-wheel leaf suspension, rear wheel mechanical brakes; wheelbase: 168"
Although the Packard name was synonymous with luxury, there were also many other facets to this great American company. Indeed, Packard built the Liberty engine for World War I and also manufactured 67,626 aircraft and marine engines for World War II including the mighty V-12 Merlin under license from Rolls-Royce. Add to that several decades of engineering innovation and the variety of Packard's talents become obvious. Packards were tough, and perhaps that's why they prospered in the commercial trucking field. Whether delivering fruit, hauling coal, or delivering a piano, a Packard truck was both rugged and dependable, two factors that are critical to the success of any business. Finished in a charming livery of the St. Lawrence Starch Company, the brilliant red Model E is a truck that is sure to stop traffic wherever it goes. This Packard sat in storage for many years after being used by the St. Lawrence Starch Company that was founded in 1889. It was used for routine deliveries between Toronto and Hamilton in what must have been a long trip with a top speed of just 14 mph. Solid rubber tires and no shock absorbers surely also made for a long workday. During its restoration, the decorative side panels were reproduced from a 1901 newspaper advertisement and added a dash of color and nostalgia to this charming truck. 1916 was also the first year for worm drive from Packard and chain drive was now being relegated to history. Regardless of its commercial status, this Packard still wears an impressive and large brass radiator and cowl-mounted headlamps. Its stylish C-Cab is charming, but you'll find no cup holders in here. A simplistic interior with a seat, steering wheel, and control pedals are all that's needed for an eight-hour workday. A toolbox is located on the passenger side running board while the front fenders are simple flat steel. With a 2 1/2-ton rating, this Packard can pull a good size load. Power comes from a 525 cubic-inch L-head six-cylinder rated at 60 horsepower that's mated to a three-speed transmission. It uses solid rubber Firestone tires and rides on a wheelbase of 168 inches. Most impressive is its authentic looking livery that serves as a dazzling rolling billboard for the company's products. Wood spoke artillery wheels carry the weight, and manual steering promises a hard day of work hauling the goods. Of course, the driver's arms would already have a good workout thanks to a crank starter at the front. Utilitarian charm is at the very heart of this wonderful truck from a bygone era. There was a time when driving a delivery truck for a living didn't include things like GPS, cup holders, and air-conditioning. This 2 1/2-ton Packard Model E takes us back to a time when work may have been harder, but life was simpler. This is an impressive vehicle from any angle and is sure to be an attention getter in any collection. The possibilities are endless and rest assured that this Packard is a genuine piece of American trucking history. * OVERSIZED OR EXTREMELY FRAGILE ITEM * * OVERSIZED OR EXTREMELY FRAGILE ITEM *
• Great example of Packard’s commercial truck history
• Finished in authentic Lawrence Starch Co. livery
• Charming patina
• Classic “C” Cab styling; Firestone solid rubber tires