This Packard special is a grand prix type build designed around a motor built by a manufacturer with very little motorsports history of their own. Though it looks very cool and would undoubtedly be a blast to drive on the road, actual competition history seems to be non-existent. Find it here on Pre War Car in Sint-Truiden, Belgium for 150k euros (~$161k USD today). Special thanks to BaT reader Martmns for this submission.

The car’s past is a mystery, and if we had to guess we’d wager that it was put together sometime between the 50s and 60s, around the time when a 1929 Packard 8 wouldn’t be worth much and when custom bodywork labor was still relatively affordable. Said to be bodied in aluminum, it has a definite period GP look about it, but is said to be street legal.

It looks just as good from the rear, and the cabin continues the exterior’s authentic looking period vibe with a big, exposed gearbox, simple wooden floors and primitive Brooklands style screens. Whatever sedan gave up its engine also seems to have donated its gauges, and the simple riveted dash is one more visual treat in a car filled with them.

Oily, aged looking seats and twin filler caps are spot-on as well. With a very narrow cabin, you’ll be pressed elbow-to-elbow with any passenger.

The big L-head Packard 8 is a thing of beauty, and must sound absolutely fantastic blaring through a long, straight pipe. Though we chose this photo to illustrate said exhaust, the other side is arguably even better looking thanks to a big, beautifully cast sump, visible cylinder castings and lots of brass. Brakes are hydraulic and electrics are 12V, though that two bladed radiator fan looks properly archaic.

Interestingly, FIA papers are briefly noted. and if this is Belgium’s idea of an American-style hot rod we approve wholeheartedly.