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For Sale: 1952 Packard 200
The 1952 Packard 200 represented the Packard Motor Car Company’s effort to offer an entry-level luxury vehicle while maintaining the brand’s reputation for quality and craftsmanship. Introduced in 1951 as the base model in Packard’s lineup, the 200 series continued into 1952 with small refinements.
The car continued Packard’s signature design elements, including a clean, rounded body, a distinctive grille, and the well-known “Cormorant” hood ornament. For 1952, styling updates included a revised grille and subtle trim details, keeping the model updated without requiring a complete redesign.
Under the hood, the standard 200 was powered by a 288-cubic-inch straight-eight engine producing 150 horsepower (not 135 as sometimes reported), providing smooth, reliable performance characteristic of Packard automobiles. For buyers seeking additional power, Packard offered the 200 Deluxe model with a larger 327-cubic-inch straight-eight engine generating 180 horsepower.
The 200 came in several body styles, including a two-door club sedan, a four-door touring sedan, and a business coupe. Although positioned as the affordable option within Packard’s lineup, the 200 still offered luxurious features such as a comfortable interior with quality upholstery and Packard’s Ultramatic automatic transmission as an available option.
Despite its solid engineering and refined styling, the Packard 200 faced increasing competition from both luxury and mainstream brands during this post-war period in American automotive history. The model continued through the 1954 model year. In 1955, Packard reorganized its lineup, and the 200 designation was replaced as part of a broader company restructuring.
The 1952 Packard 200 remains an important chapter in Packard’s history, representing the company’s attempt to adapt to changing market conditions while maintaining the prestige and quality that had defined the brand since its founding in 1899.
A five-year sales history can be seen at Classic.com. Valuation tables can be seen at Caaarguide.com. Current values can also be seen at Collectorcarmarket.com. Production data can be seen at Conceptcarz.com. In-depth production specifications and data can be viewed at Automobile-catalog.com. Additional specs can be seen at Classiccardatabase.com.
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