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Lot #706.2 - A Lycoming V8 engine producing 125 horsepower and mated to a 4-speed electro/ vacuum pre-selector transmission to hypoid differential driving the front wheels. Styling and engineering combined to create a legend. There are cars that boast a provenance as does this 810, and then there are those that have an unmatched legacy as do all the 810's. When you consider the names involved with the development of this car it is astounding. Cord himself, race car engineers Miller and Van Rast, Indy driver Leon Duray and one of the greatest designers of all time Gordon Buehrig. This particular car received the Senior National First Place award from the Antique Automobile Club of America, and has also received the prestigious, Senior First Place Award from the Classic Car Club of America. These top honor awards, stand second to none, and assure this automobile to be a crown jewel in any collection.