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28/03/2025 10:19 pm
Well, you knew I would have to post these photos eventually, right?
I am very honored to have had the opportunity to acquire one of these very rare and absolutely gorgeous models. To be honest, any color the Packard Caribbean is presented in is a great choice. At least that's my opinion. The red & ivory make a great contrast and along with the other three combinations, they make a great set.
1954 Packard Caribbean Convertible, BRK 238, a LE #4 of 5 in Chariot Red & Packard Ivory
John Merritt
South Lyon, Michigan - USA
28/03/2025 10:49 pm
Fine images of this really magnificent Packard Caribbean replica. I agree this is a gorgeous color combination for this one, although really in my view, it looks great in all color schemes. What a great model to display !
29/03/2025 5:31 am
Great pics John. I hate conny kits but, somehow, you expect to see it on this car and it would be lacking without it!
29/03/2025 8:53 am
@perrone1, they were standard. I don't believe there was a delete option.
John Kuvakas
Warrenton, VA
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29/03/2025 10:10 am
@perrone1 I agree with your connie comment Tony; this car design strangely seems okay with it.
29/03/2025 11:42 am
It's the difference between being part of the original design and being tacked on to the rear bumper. I'm sure never seeing a '54 Caribbean without it impacts our appreciation as well. With the T-bird, we have the previous year to compare it to.
John Kuvakas
Warrenton, VA
29/03/2025 1:20 pm
It's the difference between being part of the original design and being tacked on to the rear bumper. I'm sure never seeing a '54 Caribbean without it impacts our appreciation as well. With the T-bird, we have the previous year to compare it to.
This Caribbean 'wears' its spare tire well. The continental kit fits its styling profile. Not unlike some young ladies who wear high heels well. Others look ridiculous in them and shouldn't wear those tacky tacked on accessories.
Worn well:
Tacky:
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