1939 Packard 1701 Sedan. 16. 00 MILES. UNRESTORED ORIGINAL. See VIDEO. 1939 Packard 1701 Touring SedanListed on behalf of Monte Shelton Motors. Sold new by the Packard Motor Car Co. of Fort Worth. Texas on October 28. 1939. the original owner of this car is unknown. It is known that it made its way to California where it was stored and preserved for many years by a noted Packard collector. Today. the mileage showing of just 16. 43 miles is believed to be true and correct. All indications of the condition of the car confirm this mileage. Outside. it wears its original. 76 year-old "Packard Blue" paint. Condition overall is very good. with some areas of crazing and rubbing to the lacquer. with a few old touch-ups noted. Please see photos. The chrome and trim are excellent with no pitting. testament to living in a dry climate. (Bumpers may have been re-chromed at some time in the past. )The interior is amazing. and again points to the accuracy of the mileage. The upholstery is supple (not dry or rotted) with only a slight sag and very small tear noted in the driver's seat area. Door panels are excellent. The headliner is excellent and tight with no water stains. The garnish moldings and window reveals all wear their original wood graining. which is in superb condition and has somehow managed to avoid exposure to the sun and rubbing elbows (another clue to the low mileage. ) The front rubber floor matting is excellent. including the heel area at the accelerator. The running board rubber is also in very good condition showing only minor aging. The rear compartment moss tread carpet is also in wonderful shape. Again. please see the photos. Under the hood. the original 282 cubic inch straight eight runs well. No noises. smoke or other issues. Engine has not been cosmetically detailed and wears original factory paint. The car has an auxiliary oil filter and factory overdrive (untested. ) I have personally driven this car and it starts easily and runs smooth with plenty of power. Brakes are excellent. All gauges work and register accurately. This car features the first year for Packard's column-mounted gearshift ("HandiShift") and it shifts well. These cars have great torque. plenty of get-up-and-go and cruise easily in modern traffic. There is truly nothing else like a Packard. Options include dual sidemounted spare tires with covers. "Goddess of Speed" hood ornament. deluxe bumper guards. working radio and heater and added turn signals. There is an old saying. "They're only original once!" And this car is certainly original and well-preserved. It would be welcome in Preservation Class showings at any car show or concours event. It would of course be welcome at Packard Club tours and shows. While it could easily be painted and brought to cosmetic perection. the charm of this car is its originality. It is something that cannot be duplicated. You certainly won't easly find another one with this low mileage that has enjoyed such great. long-term care. A realistic reserve has been placed on this car in keeping with its unique condition. low mileage and rarity. Please bid accordingly. WE WILL HAPPILY SELL TO BIDDERS. WORLDWIDE. Thanks for looking and GOOD LUCK!If the video link below is inactive. please go to: http://youtu. be/SR8SUd-8yo0 Winning bidder please contact us within 24 hours of auction close. A deposit of $2000 is due via PayPal at that time. Vehicle deposits are non-refundable. per PayPal and eBay policy. Balance due in certified U. S. funds via bank wire transfer within 7 days of auction close to Monte Shelton Motors. We do not accept overseas bank drafts or cashier's checks. Vehicle has a clear title and is being sold by the owner. with our assistance. Please call David at 503-309-7729 between 9am and 9pm Pacific Time with any questions. Thank you. Shipping is the responsibility of the buyer and not included in the auction price. Vehicle must be picked up within 14 days of payment. unless other arrangements have been made. Note that vehicle will be shipping from the Portland. Oregon area with easy access to interstate highways (I-5: north-south. and I-84 east). We will gladly assist your carrier with loading. Please ask all questions before bidding. Your personal inspection is invited before the close of the auction. Only you know if the vehicle is right for you. All descriptions are based upon information provided by the seller and our own personal inspection of the vehicle. Obviously. with any collector vehicle there are internal areas that cannot be inspected. but description will be based upon the seller's representations and our observation of the vehicle. For that reason. the vehicle in this listing is being sold "as-is" with no warranties of any kind expressed or implied. Mileage listed is that showing on the odometer and unless otherwise noted. cannot be verified due to the age of the vehicle. By participating in this auction. the bidder agrees to these terms. Charvet Classic Cars assists sellers (all of whom are my personal friends) to find new appreciative homes for their special vehicles. I have been an eBay seller with 100% positive feedback since 1998. and involved with classic cars for many years. I like these cars as much as you do! If you e-mail or call with questions. you will receive my personal attention and knowledge to help you make an informed decision. Oregon dealer #DA4114. Thank you - David CharvetYou may e-mail by asking a question through the eBay site. or call me at 503-309-7729 between 9am and 9pm Pacific Time.