1934 Packard Eight 1101 Coupe Roadster
Packard’s Eleventh Series represented the final year for traditional open fenders and established design elements that would soon give way to more modern integrated styling.
The 1101 Coupe Roadster featured elegant proportions with the distinctive upright grille shell, V-shaped headlight lenses, and flowing shoulder moldings that defined Packard’s aesthetic during this period.
Built on a 136-inch wheelbase, the roadster weighed approximately 4,580 pounds (2,077 kg) and offered ten different body configurations within the 1101 series. Despite the challenging economic climate of the Great Depression, Packard maintained exceptional build quality with features like adjustable Ride Control suspension and automatic Bijur chassis lubrication.
The 320 cubic inch L-head straight-eight engine produced 120 horsepower at 3,200 RPM through a Stromberg carburetor, paired with a three-speed synchromesh transmission. This powerplant was a capable performer while maintaining the refinement expected from America’s premier luxury manufacturer.
Only 5,120 examples of the entire 1101 Eight series were produced in 1934, with the Type 719 Coupe Roadster representing one of the rarest configurations.
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