The Packard Clipper was initially a single model of the Packard Motor Car Company introduced in April, 1941, midyear, much as was the 1964-1/2 Ford Mustang and other new launches. It was manufactured between 1942 and 1947, from the six and junior eight, to the Super-8, where it cost more than and is reported to have outperformed corresponding Cadillacs. The Clipper name alone was reintroduced in 1953 for the Company's bottom line through 1956, in which final year it was considered a standalone make, and not a model of Packard.

In 1953, Packard, then unmatched in craftsmanship, engineering supremacy and with many years of experience as the oldest builder of fine cars in America, introduced the mid-range, full-size Clipper with advanced contour styling.

This is reported to be possibly the finest un-restored post-war Packard in existence with approximately 14,000 original miles. This Clipper Deluxe is presented in what could be considered a “time-warp” manner and is accompanied by a notable file of original documentation.

The car is powered by a 327-cid, 160-hp L-head inline eight-cylinder engine that is mated to a two-speed Ultramatic automatic transmission. Other features include optional two-tone paint, plus fresh air heater and defroster.

In 1953 Packard built only 4,678 Deluxe Club Sedans, while the figure for the similar sedan was registered at 26,037 examples. Beautiful bright trim components are a hallmark of this understated beauty.