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1958 Packard Hardtop Sports Coupe

Packard 58L

Packard

Packard was an American automotive manufacturer that was founded in 1899. Packard began producing single cylinder cars, but was soon creating cars with various engine configurations, including one of the earliest V12s in the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/twin-six/">Packard Twin Six</a>. Over the years, Packard cemented a reputation as a high end luxury car maker with models such as the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/custom-eight/">Custom Eight</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/deluxe-eight/">DeLuxe Eight</a>, and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/twelve/">Twelve</a> amongst the most highly regarded of their era. Other notable models include the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/speedster/734/">734 Speedster</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/super-eight/">Super Eight</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/patrician/">Patrician</a>, and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/caribbean/">Caribbean</a>. In 1954, Packard purchased <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/studebaker">Studebaker</a>, and soon the newly created Studebaker-Packard company was in financial problems, leading to the end of Packard cars after the 1958 model year.

Packard was an American automotive manufacturer that was founded in 1899. Packard began producing single cylinder cars, but was soon…

The Packard 58L was the code name for the chassis used for the last year of Packard production. Packard offered four body styles in 1958 and each of these cars were sold as &quot;Packard,&quot; except for the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/hawk/">Packard Hawk</a>, which was the only body styles to feature a name. Outside of the Hawk, a sedan, hardtop coupe, and station wagon were offered. These cars were fitted with a 4.7L V8 engine, and were only available in 1958, which would be the last year of Packard production.

The Packard 58L was the code name for the chassis used for the last year of Packard production. Packard offered four body styles in 1958…

Packard Single Cylinder

The Packard Single Cylinder is a group of the first models offered by Packard. The Single Cylinder cars consisted of the Model A, Model B, Model C, Model E, Model F, and Model M. These cars were powered by a single cylinder engine, and were available as runabouts or Tonneaus. Production of the Packard Single Cylinder cars ended in 1904.

The Packard Single Cylinder is a group of the first models offered by Packard. The Single Cylinder cars consisted of the Model A, Model B,…

Single Cylinder

Packard Model S

The Packard Model S, also known as the Model 24 or Series S, was introduced in 1906. The Model S was powered by an inline four engine, and was available in a range of open and closed body styles. The Model S was only available in 1906, and was the only car produced by Packard that year.

The Packard Model S, also known as the Model 24 or Series S, was introduced in 1906. The Model S was powered by an inline four engine, and…

Model S

Packard Model 30

The Packard Model 30 was introduced for the 1907 model year. The Model 30 was a range of high end luxury automobiles available in a wide range of body styles including limousine, landaulet, phaeton, and tourer. The engine for the Model 30 was a 7.0L inline four unit producing 30hp. Production of the Model 30 ended in 1912, and alongside the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/model-18/">Model 18</a>, would be the last four cylinder automobiles made by Packard.

The Packard Model 30 was introduced for the 1907 model year. The Model 30 was a range of high end luxury automobiles available in a wide…

Model 30

Packard Model 18

The Packard Model 18 was introduced for the 1908 model year. The Model 18 was a smaller, less expensive version of the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/model-30/">Packard Model 30</a>, and represented Packard&#39;s first attempt at a more economical automobile. The Model 18 featured a 4.4L inline four engine, and was available in a large number of body styles. Production of the Model 18 ended in 1912.

The Packard Model 18 was introduced for the 1908 model year. The Model 18 was a smaller, less expensive version of the Packard Model 30,…

Model 18

Packard Dominant Six

The Packard Dominant Six was a range of full size luxury cars introduced for the 1912 model year. The Dominant Six was known by a variety of names, including Six, Model 38, and Model 48. The Model 48 variant was the larger of two offered, with the smaller Model 38 introduced in early 1913 as a 1914 model. The Dominant Six was also known by its series designation, such as Series 1-48, or Series 2-38, these names referred to the series (# of model year - 1912 is 1, 1913 is 2, etc) and then the model (38). The Dominant Six was offered with an 8.6L inline six (Model 48) or 6.8L inline six (Model 38). Body styles ranged from closed top to open top options, including runabouts, tourers, and phaetons. Production of the Packard Dominant Six ended in 1915.

The Packard Dominant Six was a range of full size luxury cars introduced for the 1912 model year. The Dominant Six was known by a variety…

Dominant Six

Packard Twin Six

The Packard Twin Six was first introduced for the 1916 model year. This new model was named for its V12 engine, which featured twin lines of six cylinders. The Twin Six helped cement Packard as one of the most respected luxury car manufacturers. The Twin Six was built in two generations. The <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/twin-six/1st-gen/">First Generation (1916-1923)</a> was Packard&#39;s first V12 model, while the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/twin-six/2nd-gen/">Second Generation (1932)</a> was the predecessor to the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/twelve/">Packard Twelve</a>.

The Packard Twin Six was first introduced for the 1916 model year. This new model was named for its V12 engine, which featured twin lines…

Twin Six

Packard Single Six

The Packard Single Six was a range of mid range luxury cars introduced for the 1921 model year. The Single Six was Packard&#39;s first entry level model since the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/dominant-six/">Packard Dominant Six</a>. The Single Six was offered on one wheelbase, and was available in four body styles: an open 5-seat tourer, an open 2-seat runabout, a 5-seat limousine and a 4-seat coupe. Over the course of production, two engines were fitted, a 3.9L inline six (1921) or a 4.4L inline six (1922-1924). The Packard Single Six was produced until 1924, with the model being replaced by the Packard Six.

The Packard Single Six was a range of mid range luxury cars introduced for the 1921 model year. The Single Six was Packard's first entry…

Single Six

Packard Single Eight

The Packard Single Eight was a full size luxury car introduced for the 1924 model year. The Single Eight took the engine from the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/single-six/">Packard Single Six</a> and added two more cylinders to create a 5.8L inline eight engine producing 85hp. Packard offered a short and long wheelbase for the Single Eight, as well as a wide range of open and closed body styles, including coachbuilt options. The Packard Single Eight was only available in 1924, before the model became the Packard Eight.

The Packard Single Eight was a full size luxury car introduced for the 1924 model year. The Single Eight took the engine from the Packard…

Single Eight

Packard Eight

The Packard Eight was a series of full size luxury cars first introduced for the 1925 model year. The Eight was the successor to the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/single-eight/">Packard Single Eight</a> and would be built on and off until 1950, spawning models such as the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/standard-eight/">Standard Eight</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/custom-eight/">Custom Eight</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/deluxe-eight/">DeLuxe Eight</a>, and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/super-eight/">Super Eight</a>. The Packard Eight was presented in four main generations: <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/eight/1st-gen/">1st Gen (1925-1927)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/eight/2nd-gen/">2nd Gen (1933-1936)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/eight/3rd-gen/">3rd Gen (1938)</a>, and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/eight/4th-gen/">4th Gen (1948-1950)</a>. During this time, Packard organized their model lineup by series, with each series reflecting each evolution and wheelbase length of each model. An example would be the 1928 Packard Eight 443: The first &#39;4&#39; refers to the series (4th series), where the &#39;43&#39; represents the wheelbase length (143, shown as 43).

The Packard Eight was a series of full size luxury cars first introduced for the 1925 model year. The Eight was the successor to the…

Eight

Packard Six

The Packard Six was series of entry level luxury cars introduced for the 1925 model year. The Packard Six was the follow up the to <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/single-six/">Packard Single Six</a>, and was offered in three distinct generations. The <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/six/1st-gen/">First Generation Six (1925-1928)</a>, the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/six/2nd-gen/">Second Generation Six (1937-1939)</a>, and the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/six/3rd-gen/">Third Generation Six (1942)</a> each had vast differences, but they were all powered by an inline six engine.

The Packard Six was series of entry level luxury cars introduced for the 1925 model year. The Packard Six was the follow up the to Packard…

Packard Custom Eight

The Packard Custom Eight was introduced in 1928. For the 1928 model year, Packard split their <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/eight/">Eight</a> model into the Custom Eight and the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/standard-eight/">Standard Eight</a>, with the Custom model being the more well appointed and luxurious of the two options. This <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/custom-eight/1st-gen/">First Generation of Custom Eight</a> was powered by a 6.3L inline eight, and was built until 1932. In 1948, Packard would reintroduce the Custom Eight name for the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/custom-eight/2nd-gen/">Second Generation Custom Eight</a>, a new range of cars based on the Packard Clipper that would be built until 1950.

The Packard Custom Eight was introduced in 1928. For the 1928 model year, Packard split their Eight model into the Custom Eight and the…

Custom Eight

Packard Standard Eight

The Packard Standard Eight was introduced in 1928. For the 1928 model year, Packard split their <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/eight/">Eight</a> model into the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/custom-eight/">Custom Eight</a> and the Standard Eight, with the Standard model being the more affordable and accesible of the two options. This <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/standard-eight/1st-gen/">First Generation of Standard Eight</a> was powered by a 6.3L inline eight, and was built until 1932. In 1948, Packard would reintroduce the Standard Eight name for the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/standard-eight/2nd-gen/">Second Generation Standard Eight</a>, a new range of cars based on the Packard Clipper that would be built until 1950.

The Packard Standard Eight was introduced in 1928. For the 1928 model year, Packard split their Eight model into the Custom Eight and the…

Standard Eight

Packard Speedster

The Packard Speedster was a series of high end performance cars introduced in 1929. The Speedster was built in two variants, the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/speedster/626/">626 Speedster (1929)</a> and the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/speedster/734/">734 Speedster (1930)</a>. The Speedster was created to be Packard&#39;s flagship model, and paired a short chassis with the company&#39;s most powerful engine.

The Packard Speedster was a series of high end performance cars introduced in 1929. The Speedster was built in two variants, the 626…

Speedster

Packard DeLuxe Eight

The Packard DeLuxe Eight was a series of full size luxury cars introduced for the 1929 model year. The DeLuxe Eight was created as a long wheelbase version of the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/custom-eight/">Packard Custom Eight</a>. This new model was offered in two distinct generations: <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/deluxe-eight/1st-gen/">1st Gen (1929-1932)</a> as an evolution of the Custom Eight, and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/deluxe-eight/2nd-gen/">2nd Gen (1948-1950)</a> as a renamed version of the Packard Clipper.

The Packard DeLuxe Eight was a series of full size luxury cars introduced for the 1929 model year. The DeLuxe Eight was created as a long…

DeLuxe Eight

Packard Light Eight

Packard introduced the Light Eight for the 1932 model year. The Light Eight was a series of entry level priced luxury cars meant to make the Packard brand more accessible during the great depression. This new model was powered by a 5.2L inline eight engine, and available in four body styles: sedan, stationary coupe, roadster coupe, and sedan coupe. The Light Eight was not a huge success, and ended up being a negative move for Packard, so the company discontinued the model after just one year.

Packard introduced the Light Eight for the 1932 model year. The Light Eight was a series of entry level priced luxury cars meant to make…

Light Eight

Packard Super Eight

The Packard Super Eight was a range of luxury cars introduced for 1933 model year originally as a replacement to the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/deluxe-eight/">Packard DeLuxe Eight</a>. The Super Eight was built in two main generations: the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/super-eight/1st-gen/">First Generation Super Eight (1933-1939)</a> and the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/super-eight/2nd-gen/">Second Generation Super Eight (1948-1950)</a>. The second generation of Super Eight was largely a renamed version of the Packard Clipper.

The Packard Super Eight was a range of luxury cars introduced for 1933 model year originally as a replacement to the Packard DeLuxe Eight.…

Super Eight

Packard Twelve

The Packard Twelve was a series of full size luxury cars. The Twelve was introduced in 1933, and was the successor to the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/twin-six/">Packard Twin Six</a>. This new model was offered on a short or long wheelbase, and was available in a wide range of body styles including sedan, sedan limousine, coupe roadster, and formal sedan. Coachbuilding companies Dietrich and LeBaron offered various coachbuilt bodies for the Twelve, as well as the bodywork offered by Packard. From 1933 until 1934, a 7.3L V12 engine was fitted to the Twelve. Starting in 1935 until the end of production, a 7.8L V12 was used. Production of the Packard Twelve ended in 1939.

The Packard Twelve was a series of full size luxury cars. The Twelve was introduced in 1933, and was the successor to the Packard Twin Six.…

Twelve

Packard One-Twenty

The Packard One-Twenty was a series of mid-range luxury cars introduced in 1935. The One-Twenty (also seen as 120) was Packard&#39;s first model in the mid-range segment, and featured an inline eight engine. The One-Twenty was offered in a wide range of body styles and was built in two generations: <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/one-twenty/1st-gen/">1st Gen (1935-1937)</a> and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/one-twenty/2nd-gen/">2nd Gen (1939-1941)</a>.

The Packard One-Twenty was a series of mid-range luxury cars introduced in 1935. The One-Twenty (also seen as 120) was Packard's first…

One-Twenty

Packard One-Ten

The Packard One-Ten, also seen as 110, was introduced for the 1940 model year. The One-Ten was the successor to the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/six/">Packard Six</a> and was available on a short chassis with a range of body styles including sedan, convertible, and station wagon. Power for the One-Ten came from a 4.0L inline six engine, and production lasted until 1941.

The Packard One-Ten, also seen as 110, was introduced for the 1940 model year. The One-Ten was the successor to the Packard Six and was…

One-Ten

Packard One-Sixty

The Packard One-Sixty, also seen as the 160, was a range of luxury cars introduced for the 1940 model year. The full official name for the 160 was the Super Eight One-Sixty, with the model succeeding the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/super-eight/">Packard Super Eight</a>. The One-Sixty was offered as a sedan, convertible, limousine, or towncar, and was fitted with the same 5.8L inline eight engine available for the Packard One-Eighty, the model above it in the Packard range. Production of the Packard One-Sixty ended in 1942.

The Packard One-Sixty, also seen as the 160, was a range of luxury cars introduced for the 1940 model year. The full official name for the…

One-Sixty

Packard One-Eighty

The Packard One-Eighty, also seen as the 180, was a range of luxury cars introduced for the 1940 model year. The full official name for the 180 was the Custom Super Eight One-Eighty, and the model represented the top of Packard&#39;s model line during its production. The One-Eighty was offered as a sedan, convertible, limousine, or towncar, and was fitted with a 5.8L inline eight engine. Production of the Packard One-Eighty ended in 1942.

The Packard One-Eighty, also seen as the 180, was a range of luxury cars introduced for the 1940 model year. The full official name for the…

One-Eighty

Packard Clipper

The Packard Clipper was first introduced for the 1941 model year. The Clipper was introduced as a more accessible Packard model, and when it was first unveiled, featured styling that would find its way to all Packard models. Packard built Clipper models on and off during sixteen years with Clipper variants being frequently renamed over the years. The Clipper was offered in a range of trim levels, and was fitted with a six or eight cylinder engine. Two main generations of Packard Clipper were built: <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/clipper/1st-gen/">1st Gen (1941-1947)</a>, and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/clipper/2nd-gen/">2nd Gen (1953-1957)</a>.

The Packard Clipper was first introduced for the 1941 model year. The Clipper was introduced as a more accessible Packard model, and when…

Clipper

Packard 200

The Packard 200 was introduced for the 1951 model year. The 200 was a range of entry level luxury cars available as four door sedans offered in Deluxe or base trim. The 200 was fitted with a 4.7L inline eight engine and was built until 1952.

The Packard 200 was introduced for the 1951 model year. The 200 was a range of entry level luxury cars available as four door sedans…

Packard 250

The Packard 250 was introduced for the 1951 model year. The 250 was the higher end sibling to the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/200/">Packard 200</a>. The 250 was fitted with a 5.4L inline eight engine, and was offered in two body styles, a convertible, and the hardtop coupe known as the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/mayfair/">Packard Mayfair</a>. Production of the Packard 250 lasted until 1952.

The Packard 250 was introduced for the 1951 model year. The 250 was the higher end sibling to the Packard 200. The 250 was fitted with a…

Packard 300

The Packard 300 was introduced for the 1951 model year. The 300 was only available as a four door sedan, and was powered by a 5.3L inline eight engine. Production of the Packard 300 lasted until 1952 when the model became known as the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/cavalier/">Packard Cavalier</a>.

The Packard 300 was introduced for the 1951 model year. The 300 was only available as a four door sedan, and was powered by a 5.3L inline…

Packard Mayfair

The Packard Mayfair was introduced for the 1951 model year. The Mayfair was a range of Packard 250 luxury hardtop coupes powered by a 5.4L inline eight engine. Production of the Packard Mayfair ended in 1953, and the model was succeeded by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/pacific/">Packard Pacific</a>.

The Packard Mayfair was introduced for the 1951 model year. The Mayfair was a range of Packard 250 luxury hardtop coupes powered by a 5.4L…

Mayfair

Packard Patrician

The Packard Patrician was introduced for the 1951 model year. The Patrician was a range of luxury four door sedans that were known as the Patrician 400 for the first two years of production. During its lifespan, the Patrician represented the top of the Packard model lineup. For 1951 through 1954, the Patrician was powered by a 5.4L inline eight engine, but for 1955 and 1956, a 6.2L V8 unit was used. Production of the Packard Patrician ended in 1956.

The Packard Patrician was introduced for the 1951 model year. The Patrician was a range of luxury four door sedans that were known as the…

Patrician

Packard Cavalier

The Packard Cavalier was a series of luxury cars introduced for the 1953 model year. The Cavalier was an evolution of the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/300/">Packard 300</a>, and sat in the middle of the model range. The Cavalier was mainly offered as sedan during production, but for 1953, a convertible was offered that featured the same trim as the Cavalier, which has lead to many people grouping the cars together. Power for this model came from a 5.3L inline eight engine, and production continued until 1954. For 1954, the Cavalier convertible was rolled into the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/convertible/">Packard Convertible</a>, a one year offering.

The Packard Cavalier was a series of luxury cars introduced for the 1953 model year. The Cavalier was an evolution of the Packard 300, and…

Cavalier

Packard Convertible

For the 1954 model year, Packard sold a convertible model known as the Packard Convertible. This model was less expensive than the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/caribbean/">Packard Caribbean</a>, and was powered by a 5.9L inline eight engine. The Packard Convertible was only available in 1954.

For the 1954 model year, Packard sold a convertible model known as the Packard Convertible. This model was less expensive than the Packard…

Convertible

Packard Caribbean

The Packard Caribbean was a range of luxury cars introduced for the 1953 model year. The Caribbean was offered as a convertible during its production, but only for the 1956 year was it also available as a hardtop coupe. Engines varied by year, with a 5.3L inline eight engine in 1953 and 1954, a 5.8L V8 in 1955, and a 6.1L V8 for 1956. The initial styling saw a facelift for the 1955 model year, and production ended in 1956.

The Packard Caribbean was a range of luxury cars introduced for the 1953 model year. The Caribbean was offered as a convertible during its…

Caribbean

Packard Pacific

Packard introduced the Pacific for the 1954 model year. The Pacific was a line of luxury cars that succeeded the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/mayfair/">Packard Mayfair</a>. The Pacific was only available as a two door hardtop, and was powered by a 5.9L inline eight engine. Production of the short lived Pacific only lasted one year, with 1954 being the only year the model was sold.

Packard introduced the Pacific for the 1954 model year. The Pacific was a line of luxury cars that succeeded the Packard Mayfair. The…

Pacific

Packard Four Hundred

The Packard Four Hundred was introduced for the 1955 model year. The Four Hundred, also seen as &#39;400,&#39; was a range of luxury hardtop coupes. Packard had previously used the Four Hundred name for early <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/patrician/">Packard Patricians</a>, which were known as the Patrician 400 when they were launched. The Four Hundred was powered by a 5.8L V8 engine for 1955, and for 1956, it was fitted with a larger 6.2L V8. Production of the Packard Four Hundred lasted until 1956.

The Packard Four Hundred was introduced for the 1955 model year. The Four Hundred, also seen as '400,' was a range of luxury hardtop…

Four Hundred

Packard Executive

The Packard Executive was introduced for the 1956 model year. The Executive was offered as a touring sedan or hardtop coupe, and was powered by a 5.7L V8 engine. Production of the Packard Executive only lasted for the 196 model year.

The Packard Executive was introduced for the 1956 model year. The Executive was offered as a touring sedan or hardtop coupe, and was…

Executive

Packard Hawk

The Packard Hawk was introduced for the 1958 model year. The Hawk was one of the last cars produced under the Packard name, with 1958 being the last year the brand was sold. Packard cars offered in 1958 were largely rebadged Studebaker cars, with the Packard Hawk being a rebadged and lightly rebodied <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/studebaker/hawk-series/">Studebaker Hawk</a>. The sportiest of the 1958 Packard offerings, the Hawk was fitted with a 4.7L V8 engine, and was only offered for the 1958 model year.

The Packard Hawk was introduced for the 1958 model year. The Hawk was one of the last cars produced under the Packard name, with 1958 being…

Hawk

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The Packard 58L was the code name for the chassis used for the last year of Packard production. Packard offered four body styles in 1958 and each of these cars were sold as &quot;Packard,&quot; except for the <a href="MKT:6557" old-href="https://www.classic.com/m/packard/hawk/">Packard Hawk</a>, which was the only body styles to feature a name. Outside of the Hawk, a sedan, hardtop coupe, and station wagon were offered. These cars were fitted with a 4.7L V8 engine, and were only available in 1958, which would be the last year of Packard production.

Packard 58L (1958)

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