1937 CORD 812 PHAETON V8 CONVERTIBLE
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One of 404 naturally aspirated Phaetons produced. First American front-wheel-drive car. Lycoming Engine and 4-speed transmission have been rebuilt. This car appeared in the 2004 movie 'De-Lovely' starring Kevin Kline.
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The 1937 Cord has been called 'the outstanding American contribution to automobile design.' It was the first American-designed and built front-wheel-drive car with independent front suspension. The design and styling of the Cord is the work of Gordon M. Buehrig, who was hired as the chief designer at Duesenberg after working for Harley Earl at GM. Arguably one of the most easily recognized American cars of all time, with its 'coffin' nose, Art Deco styling and hidden headlamps, the Cord 812 was
one of three American cars included in New York's Museum of Modern Art 'Eight Automobiles' 1951 exhibit. This Cord, Serial Number 1876H, was manufactured in February and March 1937 and is one of 404 naturally aspirated 812 Phaetons produced in total. It is one of just 70 believed to be produced in the second and final year of production. Well-known Cord engine expert Bill Richardson of Richardson Restoration and Machine Works rebuilt the Lycoming 289/125hp V8 engine. The 4-speed transmission located in front of the engine has been rebuilt as well. This car appeared in the 2004 Cole Porter movie 'De-Lovely' starring Kevin Kline and Ashley Judd.
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Monthly payment of $549.20 based on a purchase price of $50,000.00 with 15% down and 9.47% APR financing for 120 months. Monthly payment of $926.28 based on a purchase price of $100,000.00 with 20% down and 9.35% APR financing for 144 months. Monthly payment of $1,650.77 based on a purchase price of $200,000.00 with 20% down and 9.29% APR financing for 180 months. Rate with optional AutoPay (ACH Debit) discount. AutoPay discount is only available prior to loan funding. Rates without AutoPay discount are 0.25% higher. Best rates are available for credit scores of 700 and above. TT&L may also be financed. Not all applicants will qualify. Rates and terms are subject to change without notice.