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1934 Packard 1108 Twelve Sport Phaeton by LeBaron
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1934 Packard 1108 Twelve Sport Phaeton by LeBaron | April 27, 2008
When Cadillac introduced its V-16 for 1930 and V-12 for 1931, Packard had no choice but to offer a new multi-cylinder engine. Packard’s first response came in 1932 when they introduced a 445.5-cubic-inch V-12 engine boasting 160 horsepower. Called the Twin Six, it became simply the Twelve in 1933. Many of the cars created on the Twelve chassis were completed with customized bodywork. This car, the 1934 Packard Twelve Sport Phaeton by LeBaron is one of the most extraordinary examples.

Packard’s Series 1108 Twelves for 1934 rode on a stately 147-inch wheelbase. A factory-bodied seven-passenger sedan was priced at $4,185 while the factory limo left the showroom for $4,385.

Of course, for those customers who wanted something a little different, they could purchase a car with specialized bodywork. This LeBaron Sport Phaeton, one of the available options, was a dual-cowl model that sold for $7,065 -- more than enough to buy a fine home. Despite the size and 5,130-pound heft, this car lived up to the “Sport” part of its name via its long hood and body, low roof, and streamlined fenders and rear deck.

A total of 960 Packard Twelves were built for 1934. Only three were treated with this stunning LeBaron Sport Phaeton coachwork. Three others were treated with equally stunning 2-door boattailed LeBaron Speedster bodies.
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