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Cord 810/812
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1937 - 1938 |
Country: |
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Engine: |
Side Valve V8 |
Capacity: |
4730 cc |
Power: |
170 bhp |
Transmission: |
4 spd. man |
Top Speed: |
100 mph / 160 km/h |
Number
Built: |
n/a |
Collectability: |
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Founded in 1929, this prestigous American manufacturer
is best known for the 810/812 series released in 1937.
Already known for making front wheel drive vehicles,
this Cord was no different however instead of using
a straight 8 it was powered by a side valve V8.
The
car featured retracting headlights and wrap around grille
that sat below a long sleek hood.
For the day, a V8 engine producing 170bhp and boasting
a top speed of 100mph was considered extremely powerful
and quick.
The last of the Cords was also the last of the American
front wheel drivers for some 30 years, until the Oldsmobile
Toronado was released.
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