Modelo : Classic Cord



Diagnostic Characteristics:

The Classic Cord is one of the signature CIPSA castings. It has been found in four colors,
all with white interiors. Two examples with white roofs are believed to original roofs.
Only a few of the known Classic Cords are in excellent condition, most are beaters.
Due to its popularity, there have been incidents of undisclosed repair to some pieces.
Due to the poor assembly methods, the hoods and motors are often missing. White roofs and blue
windshields are being reproduced so collectors should be wary of purportedly complete examples.

Colors:

• Mustard Yellow Enamel
• Metallic Green
• Metallic Red
• Metallic Blue

Wheels:

• Medium Caps in front
• Large Caps in rear

Interior:

• White Interior
• White Roof

Glass:

• Blue tint
  

History:

The Classic Cord was the first CIPSA car to draw the attention of the collecting community.
The now classic CIPSA color of mustard yellow enamel paint and white interior presented quite a
conundrum to the collecting community. I first saw the Cord at the Hot Wheels Convetnion in 2001.
I inspected it closely and could find no evidence of tampering, however, I, along with all of the
others who saw it had no explanation. Not until 2004 did the story unfold.


Photo of the first discovered CIPSA Classic Cord,
fitted with a incorrect top, incorrect glass and a donor hood.




A stunning, completely original example of the signature CIPSA piece.




A near perfect metallic green Cord with the original top.




A decent Cord in blue, the most common color.




Classic Cord in metallic red in typical condition.



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