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1937 Cord 812 Convertible - the "Baby Duesenberg"
Alas, the Auburn Motor Company, manufacturers of the Duesenberg, Auburn and Cord, was unable to weather the economic problems of the Depression, despite producing innovative cars with great looks and features well ahead of their time. 1935 Duesenberg J Limited EditionThose were the words the Duesenberg brothers, Fred and August, had been waiting for. Erret Loban Cord had just given them carte blanche to produce the best motorcar in the world, regardless of cost.... This 1937 Cord Convertible was the last Cord ever made. The "pontoon" fenders and flexible exhaust pipes, wrap-around grille, and famous eight-cylinder supercharged engine distinguish one of the most innovative cars ever. Nowadays, A 1937 Cord convertible like would command well over $100,000 at auction. If that's a bit out of your price range, you can have the next best thing - this beautifully crafted diecast replica of the car that revolutionized automotive design - the 1937 Cord - in 1:24 scale. The model features opening doors and hood that reveal a luxury interior. Limited Edition of 1,000. Approximately 8 1/8" (20.6 cm) in length. Scale 1:24.
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