1949 Packard Eight Deluxe 327ci Straight-Eight Automatic 22nd SERIES CLUB SEDAN

Preview: Take a look at this 1949 Packard Eight Deluxe 22nd Series Club Sedan, a rare and carefully maintained Survivor with a fastback body style. As one of only 5,871 Super Eight Club Sedans produced in 1949, this model features a 120″ wheelbase and is powered by the original 327ci “Straight-Eight” L-Head engine, delivering 145 horsepower. The car is equipped with a Carter WD0-643S two-barrel carburetor, auto choke, and a 3-speed manual transmission with Borg Warner R11 Overdrive. This Packard has been carefully preserved, maintaining its originality while ensuring it remains in excellent running condition.

Exterior: The exterior of this 1949 Packard Eight Deluxe is finished in rich Black lacquer paint, with most of the paint being original, showcasing the car’s authentic and well-preserved condition. The body is straight, and the chrome accents, including the beautiful hood ornament and large front bumper, are in excellent condition. The back bumper shows a light patina, adding to the car’s historical charm. The two-sided hood allows easy access to the engine bay for maintenance. This Packard’s gorgeous fastback design, hand-built back in 1949, exemplifies the craftsmanship of the era. The car’s overall solid condition and attention to detail make it a striking example of post-war American automotive design.

Interior: The interior of this Packard features a beautifully preserved Brown cloth upholstery that includes lofty bench seats, a large and elegant steering wheel, and retro gauges set into a simulated wood dash and trim. The interior is mostly original, featuring details such as a working AM radio, a well-maintained headliner, and beautifully crafted door and window handles. The car also retains its original trunk with a factory trunk mat, spare tire cover, spare tire, and floor jack. The attention to preserving the original elements of the interior enhances the nostalgic driving experience, reflecting the car’s history and the meticulous care it has received over the years.

Mechanical: Under the hood, this Packard is powered by its original 327ci “Straight-Eight” L-Head engine, producing 145 horsepower. The engine is paired with a 3-speed manual transmission featuring Borg Warner R11 Overdrive, which includes electro-mechanical operation for clutch-less engagement, driver-controlled auto-kickdown, and full lockout capability. The brake system has been completely serviced with N.O.S. parts, ensuring reliable stopping power.

Overview: This 1949 Packard Eight Deluxe 22nd Series Club Sedan is a true survivor, with its body, engine, transmission, drivetrain, suspension, electrical system, and interior remaining intact as originally delivered. The car has been carefully maintained and partially restored to ensure it remains a reliable and enjoyable classic. Please see detailed work below.

Extensive mechanical work has been performed to maintain and enhance the car’s functionality, including:

• Dropping and cleaning the oil pan, flushing the floating oil pickup, inspecting the block interior and crank/rods/main bearing supports, and installing new pan gaskets.
• Dismounting, chemically cleaning, flushing, pressure testing, and flow testing the radiator, which was then reinstalled with a new 50/50 antifreeze mix.
• Rebuilding the water pump with new bearings and seals, installing all new gaskets, hoses, clamps, and a new fan belt.
• Rebuilding the generator and starter motor with new bearings and brushes; these were bench tested before reinstallation and then road-tested.
• Cleaning and bench testing the voltage regulator, followed by road testing to confirm proper operation.
• Installing a new, correct-type 6-volt battery, battery safety cutoff switch, and new chassis/body ground strap.
• Cleaning and flushing the carburetor, inspecting jets, bowl, and fuel passages, and setting the auto-choke assembly.
• Flushing, pressure testing, and flow testing the heater core, and installing all new hoses and clamps.
• Rebuilding the overdrive relay and solenoid, followed by bench and road testing for proper operation.
• Fully rebuilding the fuel/vacuum combination pump with new springs and diaphragms, installing an inline fuel filter, and rebuilding the vacuum wiper motor.
• Installing a new exhaust system and manifold gasket set, dismounting and cleaning the fuel tank, applying protective coatings, and installing new brake and fuel lines.
• Fully servicing the brakes with N.O.S. drums, shoes, hardware, and wheel and master cylinder components, followed by system testing with D.O.T. 4 fluid.
• Cleaning and checking the ignition system, dressing and gapping the points, checking the condenser, cap, rotor, wires, and installing new Autolite spark plugs.

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