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Packard Twelve

1933–1939

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  • Lowest price

    US$75,000

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$152,625

    Since 2020 · n=6

  • Highest price

    US$307,500

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    6

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 6 lots

Packard Twelve

Based on 6 verified auction results

HOLDAppreciatingmedium confidence

US$242,000

Market value · recent verified sales

+25.0%

12-month change

Hold or Wait

Appreciating but pace slowing. Patient buyers may find better entry.

Median sold price up 25.0% over the last 12 months. Hold if owned; chasing the trend at peak carries risk.

MSRP

Collectibility

6/10

Collectible

3-Year Forecast

US$409,734

+69%

5-Year Forecast

US$488,777

+102%

Estimates based on 6 verified United States sales.

Market scores

50

Desirability

Thin

30

Liquidity

Excellent

85

Resale Outlook

Marque analyst note

The Packard Twelve market has posted strong appreciation over the past year, with the median price climbing to $242,000—a 25 percent gain that signals genuine collector momentum. The current valuation remains in appreciating-classic territory, where fundamentals are supporting upward price discovery rather than speculative excess.

Trading activity remains sparse, with only six transactions tracked over the past twelve months. This thin liquidity profile means that both buyers and sellers should expect wider bid-ask spreads and longer holding periods compared to more actively traded prewar marques. The scarcity of sales, however, also underscores authentic collector interest rather than market churn.

The Packard Twelve occupies a moderate desirability position within the prewar luxury segment. Its collectibility score of 6 reflects its status as a recognized marque with established provenance, though production-volume data and specific condition norms are not available in current tracking records.

Base projections point to sustained appreciation through 2029, with the median price expected to reach approximately $410,000 within three years and $489,000 within five years. These forecasts imply a doubling of current value over the five-year horizon, reflecting a compound annual growth rate of roughly 15 percent. The underlying driver is steady collector demand for prewar American luxury automobiles, particularly models with established mechanical and historical credibility.

The "Hold or Wait" stance reflects medium confidence in near-term direction. Current owners are in a position of patience; the thin transaction volume means entry-point timing matters significantly for prospective buyers, and the absence of active listings suggests that available inventory remains rare.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$242,000
  • Annual appr. rate+25.0%/yr
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr
This model holds value better than its segment average — strong long-term hold.

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked6
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared6 (100.0%)
No damage or salvage declarations found in the titles and descriptions of the auction lots we track for this model. That's a good sign, not a guarantee — always commission a professional inspection and history check before buying.

Est. Annual Ownership Costs

  • Insurance (agreed value)US$1,940
  • MaintenanceUS$3,220
  • StorageUS$3,220
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual costUS$8,380
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months3
  • Sell-Through50%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$177,875
  • Avg Mileage at Sale
  • Recent Price RangeUS$75,000 – US$307,500
  • Total Sales Tracked6

Recent sales

Showing latest 6
  • US$75,000

    Bring a Trailer · 8 Jul 2026

  • US$297,000

    mecum · 18 Jan 2026

  • US$307,500

    bonhams · 3 Oct 2025

  • US$187,000

    mecum · 19 Jan 2025

  • US$118,250

    mecum · 15 Jan 2023

  • US$82,500

    mecum · 16 Jan 2022

Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.