Packard Convertible Coupe – 2679 (1953)

USA

The Packard Convertible Coupe – 2679 (1953) has an in-line 8-cylinder engine of 5361 cm3 and 180 hp, RWD (rear-wheel drive), 3-speed manual gearbox and a wheelbase of 3099 mm.

Optional Equiptment

Power steering ($195). Easamatic power brakes ($39). Push-button radio with manual antenna ($97); with electric antenna ($109). Signal-seeking radio with manual antenna ($118); with electric antenna ($132). Rear compartment speaker ($16). Power windows and front seat ($153). Windshield washers ($9.40). Back-up lights ($11). Size 7.60 x 15 whitewalls, exchange ($30). Size 8.00 x 15 whitewalls, exchange ($33). Two-tone paint ($20). Fresh air heater and defroster ($80). Tinted Solex glass ($45). Overdrive ($110). Ultramatic was standard in Patricians only, optional in other models at extra cost ($199). Available rear axle gear ratios included: (conventional) 3.90:1; (overdrive) 4.00:1 and (Ultramatic) 3.54:1.

46,720 units of the 2631 model corresponding to the 26 series of 1953 were manufactured.

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Packard (1953)

Factory introductions were made Nov. 28, 1952. The model run brought production of 89,730 cars. Calendar year sales hit 81,341 vehicles. Packard was ranked 14th among automakers in industry sales. Body/Style 2697, the Clipper Sportster, used the two-door Club Sedan body with Mayfair trim features including chrome interior roof bows; extra heavy side window moldings and staggered-type side trim to give the car a pillar-less hardtop look.