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1953 Packard Caribbean Convertible
One of only 750 examples produced for its model year, this 1953 Packard Caribbean Convertible stands as a rare and elegant symbol of American postwar luxury. Finished in stunning Matador Maroon over maroon and white leather, this award-winning convertible blends exclusive coachwork with period-correct power and features.
Powered by a 327ci Thunderbolt straight-eight paired with a two-speed Ultramatic automatic transmission, this Caribbean offers smooth and stately performance. Designed from the Pan-American concept car and modified by the Mitchell-Bentley Corporation, it features unique styling details such as radiused rear wheel arches, a sculpted hood scoop, and a Continental-style spare wheel.
Top features include:
327ci Thunderbolt inline-eight with Carter four-barrel carburetor (180 HP)
2-speed Ultramatic automatic transmission, overhauled in 2020
Body-on restoration completed in 2014; award-winning presentation
Matador Maroon paint over Maroon & White leather interior
Hydraulic white convertible soft top with recent pump replacement
Chrome trim, hood scoop, fishtail rear fenders, and Continental spare kit
Power-assisted Easamatic 4-wheel drum brakes (refreshed 2019–2020)
Power steering and coil-sprung independent suspension (refreshed 2020)
15″ chrome wire wheels with Packard caps and General wide-whitewall tires
Power windows, push-button AM radio, lockable glovebox, maroon carpeting
Refurbished instrument cluster, including rebuilt speedometer and working clock
Rebuilt carburetor and fuel pump, updated heater valve and brake hydraulics
Includes owner’s manuals, maintenance invoices since 2019, and custom car cover
