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19/07/2022 12:14 pm
Back in the Late Cretaceous, FM released this 1937 coffin-nosed Cord 812 Phaeton Cabriolet. As an example of FM's early releases, it's old tech and I wasn't happy with the 2 dimensional applique dash, but it sure captured the essence of Gordon Buehrig's design.
19/07/2022 12:34 pm
I have this one and like it a lot It may be old-tech, but as you said it captures the essence of the design perfectly. It's a great color too.
John Merritt
South Lyon, Michigan - USA
19/07/2022 1:28 pm
I had one of these and sold it but I can't remember why. Your pics make me wish I still had it.
19/07/2022 4:10 pm
I also had one in the beginning but as my collection grew, I decided I really only wanted to collect from 1940 up. Now sorry that I sold it.
Rich Sufficool and Rich Sufficool reacted
19/07/2022 5:41 pm
Always a favorite in my collection.
19/07/2022 11:22 pm
The Cord 812 was quite advanced for its time: front-wheels-drive, pop-up headlights (first ever), no radiator grille, single piece bonnet.