Name/Title
1929 Packard 640 LimousineDescription
This 1929 Packard 640 Limousine has a glass divider behind the driver's seat. This implies that this car was intended to be driven by a chauffeur. A total of 54,992 Packard cars were made from August 1928 to August 1929, and 9,801 were the 640 model.
The 640 was much more expensive than other cars at the time, selling for $3,850. For comparison, a 1929 Ford was $625, a Chevrolet $675, and a Plymouth $695. It could fit up to seven passengers. It has an eight-cylinder inline engine, also known as a "straight eight," which produces 105 hp.
This limousine was truly brought back to life in September of 2022 by our dedicated staff. After some restoration work, including taking apart and reassembling the Stewart vacuum fuel pump, the straight eight engine ran flawlessly. The next day, the car was taken out on the road and provided a smooth ride.Motor Vehicle Type
AutomobileMake and Manufacture
Manufacturer
PackardModel
640 LimousineManufacture Date
1929Total Produced
9801Motor Vehicle Details
Engine
Engine Position
Front-EngineBore/Stroke
Bore: 3.5 inches. Stroke: 5 inches.Horsepower
105Drivetrain
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel DriveBody
Body Style
LimousineDoors
4Number of Passengers
7Top Speed
Around 80 mph.Lexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Secondary Object Term
LimousineNomenclature Primary Object Term
AutomobileNomenclature Sub-Class
Motor VehiclesNomenclature Class
Land Transportation T&ENomenclature Category
Category 07: Distribution & Transportation Objects
