Packard’s Eleventh Series models from 1934 are widely considered some of the most important and collectible ever built by the Detroit-based manufacturer. 1934 was the final year for Packard’s gracefully skirted traditional fenders and chrome-plated headlamp housings with V-profile lenses, marking the end of an era. The Eleventh Series was also mechanically advanced, offering an adjustable suspension and Bijur automatic lubrication.

According to the data tag on its firewall, this lovely example was sold new through Los Angeles dealer Earle C. Anthony. The former owner of the Packard reports that according to the research of a prior owner, the car is believed to have been sold new to movie producer Joseph E. Levine. Levine was responsible for the American releases of Godzilla, King of the Monsters!, Attila, and Hercules, which helped revolutionize American film marketing. Levine’s biggest hit, however, was director Mike Nichols’ The Graduate, a landmark film that ushered in the New Hollywood movement and made Dustin Hoffman a superstar.

This Packard Twelve was acquired by the consignor in 2014, joining his collection of rare American classics. Reportedly restored in 2011 by Jim Cox of Missouri, the Packard makes a striking impression with its dark blue paint, red pinstriping, and black upholstery. Formerly of the Thomas Kerr Packard collection and shown at multiple concours d’elegance, this Coupe Roadster is a study in Jazz Age glamour with its generous 142” wheelbase chassis and elegant, yet decidedly sporting, open coachwork.