1953 PACKARD CARIBBEAN CONVERTIBLE
Winning Bid:
$57,200
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1953 PACKARD CARIBBEAN CONVERTIBLE
1953 PACKARD CARIBBEAN CONVERTIBLE
1953 PACKARD CARIBBEAN CONVERTIBLE
High Bidder: henrycornell
No Reserve
Winning Bid: $57,200 (USD)
End Date: 07/31/2025, 11:30 AM PDT
Location:
Mankato, Minnesota 56001
Seller:
uniqueclassiccars
Engine:
327ci 8-cyl
Transmission:
Automatic
Odometer:
57,670 (Mi)
Chassis/VIN:
26782750
Lot Number:
74170726
High Bidder: henrycornell
No Reserve
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End Date:
Location:
Mankato, Minnesota 56001
Seller:
uniqueclassiccars
Engine:
327ci 8-cyl
Transmission:
Automatic
Odometer:
57,670 (Mi)
Chassis/VIN:
26782750
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Lot Number:
74170726
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OVERVIEW
This 1953 Packard Caribbean is powered by a 327ci straight-eight mated to a two-speed Packard Ultramatic Drive automatic transmission. Finished in Sahara Sand with a tan convertible top over a light blue and white vinyl interior, this limited-production convertible is now offered by the selling dealer with a tonneau cover and clear title.
Highlights
- Last example of the 750 Caribbean convertibles built by Packard in 1953
- According to VIN
- Underwent complete restoration
- Power options including brakes, steering, windows, and convertible top
Ownership History
- Offered by a dealer
- Current location: Minnesota
EXTERIOR
- Sahara Sand paint
- Tan power convertible top
- Color-matched continental kit
- Hood scoop
- Driver-side chrome mirror
WHEELS AND TIRES
- 15-inch multi-spoke wheels
- 8.00-inch American Classic Bias Ply whitewall tires
INTERIOR
- Light blue and white vinyl upholstery
- Split-bench seat
- Power windows
- Power steering
- Under dash-mounted battery shut-off switch
INSTRUMENTS
- Gauges
- 110-mph speedometer
- Temperature
- Clock
- Fuel
- Odometer shows 57,670 miles
- Title reads mileage-exempt
ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION
Engine
- 327ci straight-eight
- 180 horsepower
- 8.0:1 compression ratio
- Four-barrel carburetor
Transmission
- Two-speed Packard Ultramatic Drive automatic
UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST
- Power drum brakes
- Single-exit exhaust system
KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS
- Radio does not turn on
- Backup lights inoperable
- Transmission pan seeps
- Passenger-side rear window works intermittently
- Vacuum operated washers and wipers not working
- Minor exterior imperfections as shown in photos
- Small ding visible on top of continental kit
ITEMS INCLUDED WITH THE VEHICLE
- Tonneau cover
VIDEO
- Seller has included a video that shows a walkaround inspection, top operation, and driving footage which can be seen below
