OldTrucker Posted May 24, 2018 Share Posted May 24, 2018 I had one as a kid and it was above my pay grade at the time. (1960's) I don't remember who made it but do know it was 1/24 or 1/25 scale. So now I need to know which one is a good one to build I'm sure they all have their faults but just want one that is build able and is a decent representation! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace-Garageguy Posted May 24, 2018 Share Posted May 24, 2018 The Monogram 1/24 kit builds up beautifully. The Pyro / Lindberg 1/25 kit is only suitable for hacking up as a custom. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTrucker Posted May 24, 2018 Author Share Posted May 24, 2018 15 minutes ago, Ace-Garageguy said: The Monogram 1/24 kit builds up beautifully. The Pyro / Lindberg 1/25 kit is only suitable for hacking up as a custom. Thanks Bill. I believe it was a Pyro seeing it was early 60's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike999 Posted May 24, 2018 Share Posted May 24, 2018 Another vote for the Monogram. No contest when compared to the multi-piece body, misproportions and other aggravations of the Pyro. The Pyro kit is also available in a Lindberg box, with great box art. Don't be fooled. The kit inside is not great and is the same old Pyro Cord dating back to the 1950s. Being originally designed for kid modelers, the Monogram kit is easy to build but still looks good right out of the box. I've even seen some with the bodies not painted, only polished out, and they still looked good. If you want to go bigger, AMT did a 1/12 scale Cord. It has not been in production for many years, so it might get expensive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Bartrop Posted May 24, 2018 Share Posted May 24, 2018 For 1/24-25th, the Monogram kit is the only real choice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eshaver Posted May 24, 2018 Share Posted May 24, 2018 Here is the Monogram 1-24th scale Cord 812 convertible Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
landman Posted May 24, 2018 Share Posted May 24, 2018 (edited) Here's my Monogram. It is scheduled for a redo. Like everyone else says, the Monogram is the right choice for authenticity. Edited May 24, 2018 by landman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PARTSMARTY Posted May 24, 2018 Share Posted May 24, 2018 I have the lindberg-a complete joke for sure !!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heyjohnxx Posted May 24, 2018 Share Posted May 24, 2018 10 hours ago, Eshaver said: Here is the Monogram 1-24th scale Cord 812 convertible I love that diner! Kit or scratchbuilt? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Roberto Posted May 24, 2018 Share Posted May 24, 2018 Did anyone ever make a hard top version of the Cord? I think they're much better looking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peter31a Posted May 24, 2018 Share Posted May 24, 2018 Not in kit form but it is available in a resin body. 1 hour ago, El Roberto said: Did anyone ever make a hard top version of the Cord? I think they're much better looking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lunajammer Posted May 24, 2018 Share Posted May 24, 2018 (edited) 1 hour ago, peter31a said: Not in kit form but it is available in a resin body. Bob Shelton's resin hard top is luscious and was a point of passion for him. Built model and photos compliments of forum member Dr Plastic (Scott A. Bregi). Shown on the Monogram chassis. Edited May 24, 2018 by Lunajammer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unclescott58 Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 I've built both the Pyro/Lindberg and the Monogram Cord 812s. As others have noted, the Monogram version is the one to go with. Hands down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldcarfan27 Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 5 hours ago, Lunajammer said: Bob Shelton's resin hard top is luscious and was a point of passion for him. Built model and photos compliments of forum member Dr Plastic (Scott A. Bregi). Shown on the Monogram chassis. Does look nice, color choice looks accurate for the time period. Beautiful car. I never considered anything else but the roadster, but this build makes me appreciate it's formal lines. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Art Anderson Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 Here is an original All American Models '37 Cord Sedan (this one is the flat-back, non-supercharged version). Bob Shelton, with my express permission, began recasting the two AAM Cord Sedans several years ago. Art Anderson Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lunajammer Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 1 hour ago, Art Anderson said: Here is an original All American Models '37 Cord Sedan (this one is the flat-back, non-supercharged version). Bob Shelton, with my express permission, began recasting the two AAM Cord Sedans several years ago. Art Anderson Thanks for setting that straight Art. That hardtop just looks so clean and graceful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Art Anderson Posted May 25, 2018 Share Posted May 25, 2018 1 hour ago, Lunajammer said: Thanks for setting that straight Art. That hardtop just looks so clean and graceful. Actually, it was never, ever termed a "hardtop"--in fact, "hardtop" as a generic term (for a 2dr or 4dr pillarless steel topped car) didn't even come about until the first postwar GM "hardtops in 1950-51). Cord called this body style the "Westchester Sedan". ARt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr moto Posted May 26, 2018 Share Posted May 26, 2018 On 5/24/2018 at 11:52 AM, heyjohnxx said: I love that diner! Kit or scratchbuilt? Ditto on that! Excellent diorama, Ellen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eshaver Posted May 26, 2018 Share Posted May 26, 2018 2 hours ago, mr moto said: Ditto on that! Excellent diorama, Ellen. Thank you for the kind words Manuel. I am still getting requests to show this diorama as it was first constructed back in 2013 for the Southern California auto club . They decided not to keep it and it was sent back to me on the East coast Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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