1937 Packard 120 Convertible Coupe – Restored!
1937 Packard One Twenty Convertible Coupe
Finished in Packard Cream over a beautifully tailored tan leather interior with a matching tan convertible top, this Canadian-built 1937 Packard One Twenty Convertible Coupe is the product of a comprehensive body-off restoration completed by respected restorer Virgil Wood in the Dallas, Texas area.
The car was sold through a Canadian Dealer in 2010 to a Texas collector before undergoing its meticulous restoration. Since completion, it has traveled just 267 miles and has never been publicly exhibited, offering its next owner the rare opportunity to debut one of the finest restored One Twenty Convertible Coupes available today.
Power comes from its original 282 cubic-inch L-head inline eight-cylinder engine, Engine No. X130846, producing 120 horsepower through a three-speed manual transmission. Retaining its original 6-volt positive-ground electrical system and desirable factory 4.09:1 rear axle ratio, this Packard was built for effortless touring. Wide whitewall radial tires and an upgraded power brake master cylinder further enhance road manners while preserving the car’s authentic character.
The quality of the restoration is evident throughout. The Packard Cream finish is complemented by outstanding chrome, polished brightwork, body-color steel wheels, and excellent panel fit. Inside, the leather interior features a beautifully restored woodgrained dashboard, factory clock, an elegant Packard banjo steering wheel, and exceptional attention to detail. The same level of craftsmanship extends throughout the engine compartment, chassis, undercarriage, and trunk.
Factory equipment includes dual side-mounted spare tires with painted metal covers, an optional rear luggage rack, a rumble seat with a separate trunk compartment, an optional cabin heater, and driving lights. As a unique finishing touch, Virgil Wood incorporated a custom triple-trumpet horn system that allows each horn to be sounded individually or all three together using the original horn button. While not a factory Packard accessory, it is a tasteful addition that always becomes a conversation piece.
Behind the wheel, this Packard delivers exactly what its reputation promises—smooth, refined performance with confident braking, excellent road manners, and relaxed highway touring. Whether destined for Packard Automobile Classics tours, Antique Automobile Club of America events, concours presentation, or leisurely weekend drives, it is equally rewarding to drive and admire.
Introduced in 1935, the Packard One Twenty revitalized the company by combining Packard’s legendary engineering, quality, and craftsmanship with exceptional reliability and drivability. Today, the 1937 Convertible Coupe remains one of the most graceful and desirable Packards of the Classic Era.
Specifications & Provenance
Built by the Packard Motor Car Company of Canada Ltd. in Windsor, Ontario, this Fifteenth Series (120-C) Model 1099 Convertible Coupe rides on Packard’s 120-inch wheelbase and retains its original 282 cubic-inch L-head inline eight-cylinder engine (Engine No. X130846), three-speed manual transmission, 6-volt positive-ground electrical system, independent front suspension, four-wheel hydraulic drum brakes, and factory 4.09:1 rear axle ratio.
The Canadian data plate records a factory delivery date of December 25, 1936, earning this automobile the fitting nickname, “The Christmas Packard.” Following its sale in 2010, the car underwent a comprehensive body-off restoration by Virgil Wood in the Dallas, Texas area. Finished in Packard Cream with a tan leather interior and matching convertible top, it is equipped with dual side-mounted spare tires, an optional rear luggage rack, rumble seat with separate trunk compartment, optional cabin heater, driving lights, factory clock, wide whitewall radial tires, an upgraded power brake master cylinder, and a custom triple-trumpet horn system. Showing just 267 miles since restoration and never publicly exhibited, this beautifully restored Packard is fully functional throughout and is ready to be toured, shown, and enjoyed by its next caretaker.
| Listing Type | Automobiles |
|---|---|
| Year | 1937 |
| Make | Packard |
| Model | 120 |
| Body Style | Convertible Coupe |
| Mileage | 296 |
| Transmission | 3 Speed manual |
| Condition | Fully Restored |
| Location | Smithfield, RI |
| Engine | 282 Straight Eight |
| Exterior Color | Packard Cream |
| Interior Color | Tan |
| VIN Number | 1099-104 |