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10/06/2026 11:49 pm
'54 Cadillac or Packard?
Be sure to make your selection.
Of course, please “Reply” to share your comments.
If selection is greater than 2 rank them.
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John Bono
North Jersey
11/06/2026 1:27 am
They look beautiful in red ! You had it made if you were driving either of these dreamboats in 1954.
11/06/2026 2:49 am
The Packard is in its 3rd year with this basic body. Voting for the all-new Cadillac. Great pics John!
This post was modified 4 months ago by Pete Rovero
11/06/2026 6:31 am
Cadillac. It looks the part of a swanky luxury car. I never liked this generation of Packard's styling: too fussy and old fashioned IMO.
Retired in Dunedin, Florida.
11/06/2026 6:35 am
The Packard is a gorgeous car and for a Packard collector, a MUST have. But stacked up against the 54 Cadillac drop top, I'm afraid most every car takes a back seat. Cadillac all the way!
And, OMG John, the color combo for each is stunning; especially the Cad!! OMG and, those wheels!!
11/06/2026 7:14 am
No interest in luxobarges. Never could afford one.
11/06/2026 7:21 am
I dislike both. Stodgy styling for both.
11/06/2026 7:36 am
No contest...Cadillac. Ed said it best IMO.
11/06/2026 7:51 am
I called a tie. Both exceptional in their own right. I've always had a soft spot for this era of Packard. I can't quite pinpoint it. I just love 'em. Same with the Caddy, although '56 is my favorite.😊
11/06/2026 7:56 am
I'm voting for the Killer Kad!
John Kuvakas
Warrenton, VA
11/06/2026 8:50 am
I'm going with the minority here. I'm not a post war Cadillac fan but I truely appreciate that Packard 5431.
