Cord 810 (United States) - AllCarIndex

Cord Automobile was a company based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, that operated from 1964 to 1966. It was established to produce replicas of the original Cord automobiles, particularly the 1936-37 Cord 810 model. The company aimed to capture the essence of the classic design while utilizing modern manufacturing techniques.

Under the leadership of company president Glenn Pray, Cord Automobile engaged original Cord stylist Gordon Buehrig to design a downsized version of the 810. This new model featured a Corvair engine and transaxle, which were relocated to the front to replicate the front-wheel drive characteristic of the original Cord vehicles. The body of the replica was constructed from Royalex, a durable plastic material.

The replicas produced by Cord Automobile were exclusively available in convertible form. However, production was limited, with fewer than 100 units manufactured before the company ceased operations. Despite the closure, similar mini-Cord models were later produced by another company, SAMCO, reflecting the enduring interest in the Cord brand.