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1930 Packard 745 Deluxe Eight Convertible

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Few automakers have matched the international prestige of Packard, with perhaps only Rolls-Royce as a comparable. Wherever you traveled, the wealthiest locals often drove a customized Packard, frequently graced with beautiful local coachwork.

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The 1930 Packard 745 Deluxe Eight Convertible is a standout example of luxury and engineering from a time when American cars were all about grandeur and style. Packard, a company known for its high-end vehicles, crafted the Deluxe Eight series to be one of its most prestigious offerings.

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Part of Packard’s Eighth Series, launched in August 1929, the 745 Deluxe Eight was a product of the company’s sixth generation of vehicles. The “745” in its name refers to the model’s long 145-inch wheelbase. In comparison, the Packard 740 had a 140-inch wheelbase.

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Powering the 745 Deluxe Eight was a large 385 cubic inch (6.3 liters) inline-eight engine. This powerplant delivered a respectable 106 horsepower, providing the car with excellent performance for its time.

The design of the 745 Deluxe Eight Convertible was all about luxury. With its extended hood and elegant curves, the car looked every bit as expensive as it was.

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Convertible versions, such as the roadster and the convertible sedan, came with a soft-top roof that owners could lower to enjoy driving in the open air, which was a highly desirable feature among well-off buyers.

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Inside, the 745 Deluxe Eight was just as impressive, featuring top-notch materials and careful attention to detail.

Packard’s reputation for reliability and engineering excellence was well represented in the 745 Deluxe Eight. The car featured advanced technology for its time, such as four-wheel mechanical brakes and a chassis that offered excellent performance to match its luxurious appearance.

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The 1930 Packard 745 Deluxe Eight Convertible Victoria by Proux is a highly sought-after classic today, celebrated for its striking combination of American automotive heritage and European coachbuilding craftsmanship.

Credit: RM Sotheby’s

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As the founder of Car Classico, Luca's passion for classic cars began on the outskirts of Naples, Italy as a young boy in the 1970s, when he vividly remembers seeing stylish Alfa Romeos and sleek Lancias driving through his neighborhood.

After his family immigrated to the United States in the 1980s, Luca fell in love with the array of classic vehicles he encountered, from shapely Cadillacs to muscular Corvettes. Though he’s not a car collector or restorer himself, Luca has cultivated a lifelong appreciation in the classic car world and is fortunate enough to own a ’57 Chevy Bel Air.

Now living in North Carolina, Luca would be one of the few that would prefer to watch a Barrett-Jackson auction on the History channel instead of a Duke vs North Carolina college basketball game. He’s a regular at local classic car meet-ups and has the Charlotte AutoFair circled on his calendar.

His dream car is to one day own a C2 Corvette with its amazing split window although that better come sooner than later with prices continuing to climb.

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