The distinguished automobile buyer of 1938 could purchase this four passenger convertible coupe for $3,210. Today's distinguished Packard buyer might be able to find a similar Super 8 Convertible Coupe in a poor state of health for $10,000. A fine example, like this one, will go for a few dollars more. About $80,000 more.

Packard automobiles were very substantial , and elegant. This examlpe, from the Sixteenth Series, is said to tip the scales at over two and a half tons. Oink. An array of standard features included an electric clock and a cigar lighter. Options included 17.50 for a set of five whitewall tires (six could be had for only $6.00 more), and rear seated passengers could enjoy "perfect radio reception" with the "Guest Speaker".