1937 Cord 812

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Convertible Coupe Chassis Num: 32463CORD   This 1937 Cord 812 SC Sportsman with a removable hardtop was offered for sale at the 2007 RM Auctions held in Amelia Island, Florida. The car was estimated to fetch $200,000 - $250,000. It is powered by a 269 cubic-inch L-head, V8 engine with a centrifugal supercharger which boosted horsepower to nearly 190. There is a four-speed pre-selector manual gearbox and four-wheel hydraulic drum brakes. This medium-priced, front wheel drive vehicle had styling by the legendary stylist, Gordon Buehrig. These 1937 Cords, known as the 812, were similar to the prior year models. The biggest improvement was the addition of the Schwitzer-Cummings centrifugal supercharger. It added an additional 6 psi worth of boost. The chromed exhaust pipes coming out of the sides of the hood gave visual hints of the vehicles performance and sporty persona. This car shown is finished in burgundy and is one of only three examples constructed with a removable hardtop. Its unique qualities, coffin-nosed front end, and sporty characteristics inspired bidding. The car found a new home, selling for $225,500. By Daniel Vaughan | Mar 2007

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Event	Group
Vintage Motor Cars at Amelia Island	1932-1937