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                                     35Packard, retaining it in his collection for 24 years until its sale in 1985 during the Harrah Automobile Collection Sale to Tom Monaghan, the founder of Domino’s Pizza. Under Monaghan's ownership, the Torpedo-Cabriolet received a no-expense-spared restoration by Lon Krueger of Scottsdale, Arizona. It then entered the collection of Tom Barrett, co-founder of BarrettJackson, in 1989, before ultimately being sold to Don Williams, who proudly showcased the car ever since.The 1933 Packard 1001 Standard Eight Coupe Roadster, a Tenth-series model, served as Packard's entrylevel luxury car. Despite aiming for the middle market, it retained full luxury status with a powerful 120-horsepower Straight-8 engine. Economic challenges limited Tenth-series production to fewer than 5,000 units, with just 1,800 being the 1001 Eights. The coupe roadster variant was a rare choice, making it exceptionally uncommon. This sleek model, on a 127.5-inch wheelbase, features a hidden rumble seat, optional rear-mounted spare, wide-whitewall tires and Trippe driving lights. Awarded the Classic Car Club of America National First Award and 100-point Senior Award, it stands out with a firstyear downdraft carburetor and full synchro transmission.SCAN TO WATCH THE FIRST LOOK VIDEO PLAYLIST
                                
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