For Sale: 1940 Packard Super Eight

Up until 1955, Rolls-Royce relied exclusively upon coachbuilders to produced the bodies of their cars. Chassis, complete with functional drivetrains and grilles, would leave the Rolls-Royce factory to be built into custom works of art tailored to clientele’ needs. Unfortunately, this vehicle production method was prohibitively expensive and was largely falling out of favor by the beginning of the 1950s. That mindset shifted with the introduction of the Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II, a new steel-bodied sedan produced in conjunction with Bentley and powered by a brand-new 6.2-liter aluminum V8. However, Rolls-Royce would not wholly abandon the art of coachbuilding. Select models of their new Silver Cloud II, such as the drophead coupe and alloy-bodied cars, were constructed by the artisans at Mulliner Park Ward, James Young, and Hooper.

This 1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II is a rare Mulliner Park Ward drophead coupe, one of only 75 left-hand-drive examples ever constructed. It was ordered as an American-specification vehicle for Debbie Reynolds and her husband, Harry Karl, in 1961, at which time it was fitted with bespoke Lucas P100 headlights for a classic Phantom look. So striking was the conversion that it caught the eye of Lucille Ball, a close friend of Reynolds and the star of I Love Lucy. The Silver Cloud was subsequently sold to Ball’s production company, Desilu Productions, during which time it could be seen driving around Hollywood with both Lucille and her son, Desi. A full restoration was commissioned in 1995 with work completed by Richard Gorman, a Rolls-Royce specialist, and proprietor or Vantage Motor Works. At this time, the original Porcelain White paint over Scarlet leather color combination was changed in favor of the Velvet Green over Biscuit leather that remains on the car to this day. It is a beautiful and quintessentially Rolls-Royce pairing that perfectly suits the lines of this Silver Cloud. The vehicle is in top mechanical condition and drives very well. For the Rolls-Royce enthusiast, few cars carry the same provenance. This rare, turn-key example is equally prepared for a Sunday drive or a showing on the Concours lawn.

For Sale: Rare 1926 Paige Model 6-75 – Historic Classic Car with Unique Provenance

Step back in time with this exceptional 1926 Paige Model 6-75, a true gem from the Roaring Twenties. Owned and cared for over the past 12+ years, this vintage classic is more than just a car—it’s a piece of American automotive history. With its confirmed low mileage (see odometer photo), this vehicle fits the bill as a true barn find survivor.

Vehicle Overview:

• Make & Model: 1926 Paige Model 6-75

• Engine: Original and runs smoothly

• Odometer: Accurate and verified

• Location Built: Detroit, Michigan

• Custom Ordered: Originally built for a customer in San Francisco, California

• Ownership History: Believed to have had only four owners since new

Historical Significance:

Through email correspondence with the great-grandson of Fredrick Osgood Paige—the founder of Paige Motor Car Company—we confirmed this car’s unique backstory. Although it doesn’t appear in the Paige production database, its low serial number and the presence of a Weed emblem on the front bumper strongly suggest it was a custom-built model, possibly excluded from records intentionally.

Paige proudly marketed their vehicles as “The Most Beautiful Cars in America”, and this Model 6-75 lives up to that legacy. It was ahead of its time in engineering and features, including:

• Hydraulic brakes (at a time when Cadillac still used mechanical)

• Factory-installed shocks

• Locking steering wheel

Brand Legacy:

Paige automobiles were manufactured from 1908 to 1927. The company was eventually acquired by the Graham Brothers, becoming Graham-Paige, and the Paige name was retired a few years later.

Provenance:

This vehicle was discovered on a ranch in Madera County, California. The previous owner had acquired it from a peace officer in San Francisco, who in turn had purchased it through an estate sale in the city. This makes me the fourth documented owner.

Whether you’re a collector, investor, or classic car enthusiast, this 1926 Paige Model 6-75 offers unmatched character and historical value. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind pre-war vehicle with a fascinating backstory.

Contact me for more photos, videos, or to schedule a viewing.

This 1967 Ferrari 330 GTC is one of approximately 600 examples built during a three-year production run, and was delivered new to dealer Romeo Pedini of Perugia, Italy in November 1967. The car was imported to the US in 1972, where it remained with a single owner in Massachusetts from 1974 until being acquired by its current owner in 2018. The body is finished in gold over beige leather, and power is from a numbers-matching 4.0-liter Colombo V12 with triple Weber carburetors. Additional equipment includes a rear-mounted five-speed manual transaxle, power-assisted four-wheel disc brakes, 14” alloy knock-off wheels, power windows, and an eight-track stereo. This 330 GTC is offered on consignment by a Connecticut dealer who is being represented by the seller, and comes with a Marcel Massini report, recent service records, and a clean California title.
The 330 GTC was unveiled at the 1966 Geneva International Motor Show featuring Pininfarina-designed bodywork over a chassis shared with the contemporary 275 GTB. Front-end styling was similar to that of the 500 Superfast and included louvered fender vents, split bumpers, and recessed headlights, while the rear end shared the rounded profile of the 275 GTS.

According to the Massini report, this example was originally finished in Grigio Fumo but was repainted in its current gold after importation to the US in the early 1970s. The seller notes evidence of additional body and paintwork on various panels, and close-up photos of the finish are provided in the gallery below.
Campagnolo magnesium alloy wheels are secured by three-eared chrome knock-offs, and were refurbished in January 2021 before being mounted with 205VR14 Michelin XWX tires. A matching spare with older Firestone rubber is housed in the trunk. Power-assisted disc brakes feature four-piston calipers all around. A brake fluid flush was performed in late 2020, while the handbrake received new pads and adjustment in April 2021.
Beige Connolly leather on the seats and side panels was re-dyed in February 2021, while blue carpeting covers the floors and rear parcel shelf. Additional interior details include wood dash trim, a fluted headliner, a gated shifter, blue three-point seatbelts, and leather luggage straps. The window and windshield wiper motors were rebuilt in 2021, at which time the heater valve and controls were also repaired and the fuel door cable replaced.
A wood-rimmed Nardi steering wheel frames Veglia Borletti instrumentation including a 300-km/h speedometer, a tachometer with a 7k-rpm redline, and gauges monitoring oil temperature, coolant temperature, and oil pressure. The five-digit odometer shows 52k kilometers (~32k miles), with total mileage unknown. The center dash houses a fuel gauge, clock, and ammeter above an AM/FM/eight-track stereo.
The Numbers-Matching 4.0-liter Tipo 209 V12 incorporates single overhead camshafts, triple twin-choke Weber carburetors, twin Marrelli distributors, and dual oil coolers. Output was factory rated at 300 horsepower at 7,000 rpm. Service in November 2020 included fluid changes, carburetor adjustments, replacement of the spark plugs, and an electric fuel pump repair. The negative battery cable, right valve cover gasket, and front cover seal were changed in March 2021, a

Power is sent to the rear wheels via a torque tube and a rear-mounted five-speed manual transaxle. A new steering center link and tie rod ends were installed in 2020, after which an alignment was performed. Four-wheel independent suspension comprises double wishbones, coil springs, and rebuilt Koni shock absorbers fitted in 2021. A summary of service carried out in preparation for the sale is included in the gallery below, as are invoices for the work. A film showcasing footage of the car can be viewed in the video gallery below, as can a video discussing the car’s history and features with a ride along and additional work in 2021 including flushing, repairing, and pressure-testing the radiator.

1954 Aston Martin DB 2/4
Chassis No. LML/551

No. 51 of 565 Examples Built From 1954-55
Original Numbers-Matching Engine; 2.9-litre 140bhp ‘VB6J’ engine
Includes British Motor Industry Heritage Trust Certificate
Factory Delivered In Left Hand Drive & In Black Paint with Beige Interior
Sold New by S H Arnolt Inc, in Chicago then 5 months later to Foreign Car Center in Carmel, Ca
Said to have been Owned by William Randolph Hearst Jr (Hearst Castle)
Reportedly Raced in Period by H.M. Handley in California
2007 Mechanical Restoration by Kevin Kay Restorations (Receipts = $62,000)

Assembled at the DB works factory, the hand-crafted aluminum bodies were under the direction of Mulliner and later Tickford.

This car is noted to have been sold in its first year to Carmel, Ca and owned by William Randolph Hearst. It is believed the car was raced in California in period with a photo existing of the car in a D production race. Ownership history is recorded with several California owners on file. In 2007 Kevin Kay Restorations (Aston Martin Specialist) performed a $62,000 mechanical restoration while converting the front brakes to disc and the transmission from 4 speed to 5 Speed (the original gearbox is included with the car).

An amazing DB 2/4 ready for immediate use!

$279,500.00

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