About Parker’s Packards
Meet Parker and Sheri
Parker Roaf, owner of Parker’s Packards, brings over 20 years of experience in the restoration, repair, and maintenance of antique and classic automobiles to every project. He honed his skills in two of New England’s premier restoration shops, gaining invaluable knowledge and experience.
A lifelong Packard enthusiast, Parker personally owns a 1936 1401 Sedan, a 1956 400 and a 1927 Sedan. This passion drives his commitment to providing the highest quality care for every customer’s classic car.
Parker’s passion for Packards is lifelong, while Sheri’s appreciation blossomed after they met in College. Her professional background – a degree in architecture and experience in project management – provides her with a unique perspective, allowing her to truly appreciate the intricate engineering and design of these remarkable vehicles. She is hoping to have her 1956 Executive on the road this summer!
The love of classic cars runs deep in the family. Parker and Sheri’s children share their parents’ enthusiasm, eagerly attending car shows and auctions, and often lending a helping hand in the shop.
Parker's Packards: A Commitment to Excellence
Parker’s Packards operates from a modern and well-equipped facility in Rutland, MA. They collaborate closely with local craftsmen in areas like machining, chrome plating, and upholstery, ensuring the highest quality workmanship for each project.
Attention to Detail: Beyond Mechanics
Parker’s knowledge extends far beyond mechanics. He deeply understands the importance of period-correct details for show-quality restorations, ensuring that every vehicle authentically reflects its era.
Parker's Expertise: Beyond Packards
While Parker specializes in Packards, his expertise extends to other esteemed American marques. As he often quips, “Antique cars are like Lays potato chips – you can’t just have one!” A true history buff, Parker meticulously restores vehicles to their original glory, ensuring they run, drive, start, and stop as if they just rolled off the assembly line.
Expert Care for Your Classic Car
Whether you own a show-stopping restoration or a beloved weekend cruiser, Parker’s Packards can provide the expert care your classic car deserves.
Sometimes memories are all that we have of our loved ones. Leaning into those beautiful remembrances, Parker and Sheri Roaf established the Bennett Automotive Foundation, Inc. in memory of their son Bennett Fletcher Roaf. Their mission is to make the world of antique/classic cars accessible to all by fostering a diverse and inclusive community that celebrates automotive heritage and inspires future generations. You can read more about their work in the community here.
Providing Expert & Honest Service For Over 20 Years
A Journey of Growth
Founded in 2002, Parker’s Packards began with a dream and a single mechanic working out of a friend’s shop in Mansfield. Parker Roaf often found himself working on customer vehicles right in their driveways.
Over the past two decades, Parker’s Packards has grown significantly, expanding from a one-man operation to a thriving business with a team of 10 skilled professionals.
In 2022, Parker’s Packards celebrated this milestone by moving into a newly renovated 5,400 sq ft facility in Rutland. This expanded space now also houses AG Rebuilders and the Bennett Automotive Foundation, further solidifying Parker’s commitment to the classic car community.
Meet the team
Our team is made up of individuals who are not only skilled but also deeply passionate about classic cars. They excel at their work and genuinely enjoy what they do, embodying the spirit of “Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life”.
