George Smolinski Posted September 3, 2021 Share Posted September 3, 2021 Spotted this on FB. Not for sale. No indication of ownership or copyright on the photo. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Harley Posted September 3, 2021 Share Posted September 3, 2021 What, no chrome wire wheels? He does have an extra pair of driving lights besides the single Pilot-Ray.🤔 Capt. Harley😉 Skirts are for women and not car fenders! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Bloom Posted September 4, 2021 Share Posted September 4, 2021 A level of good looks to measure other top shelf cars against. Just gorgeous. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1937hd45 Posted September 4, 2021 Share Posted September 4, 2021 I've asked this question before and never got an answer. What in the modern day equal to this car based on good looks, performance, and value? Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1935Packard Posted September 4, 2021 Share Posted September 4, 2021 1 hour ago, 1937hd45 said: I've asked this question before and never got an answer. What in the modern day equal to this car based on good looks, performance, and value? Bob I don't know the L29 well, but my sense is that they are known as tremendously attractive cars that are unfortunately uncomfortable to drive. If so, it not be so easy to find a modern day equal... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George Smolinski Posted September 4, 2021 Author Share Posted September 4, 2021 4 hours ago, 1937hd45 said: I've asked this question before and never got an answer. What in the modern day equal to this car based on good looks, performance, and value? Bob If by modern day, you mean today’s crap, there isn’t any. Going back to the 1950’s, although somewhat garish, the 1959 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz has beautiful lines along with the 1957 - 59 Chrysler 300. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Akstraw Posted September 4, 2021 Share Posted September 4, 2021 9 hours ago, 1937hd45 said: I've asked this question before and never got an answer. What in the modern day equal to this car based on good looks, performance, and value? Bob It is a fun question to ponder. Of course whatever your answer, expect a lot of disagreement. But I'll go there for a moment. Taking several of the general characteristics, such as made in USA, high styling, roadster body, innovative technology, high-end (but not in supercar territory; say $200K and under), one might select the forthcoming (2023) Tesla Roadster. Perhaps the Corvette, if you count the mid-engine as 'innovative technology'. If 'value', as you mention, is part of the equation, then definitely the Corvette, at 1/3 or so the projected price of the Tesla. Going outside the USA would result in many more 'roadster' candidates to consider. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George K Posted September 5, 2021 Share Posted September 5, 2021 On 9/4/2021 at 12:48 AM, 1935Packard said: I don't know the L29 well, but my sense is that they are known as tremendously attractive cars that are unfortunately uncomfortable to drive. If so, it not be so easy to find a modern day equal... I agree with your summary. I saw the picture and smiled.what a flashback. I worked on that car in 1976. Beautiful looking and zero fun to drive. We sold that car in the same year. Forgive the lousy picture of my old boss and the car as is was in the National Enquirer! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TAKerry Posted September 5, 2021 Share Posted September 5, 2021 (edited) As far as asking what car compares today? May as well ask what is the best colour for a car? No idea on how this car stood in line price wise originally, but I would imagine it was out of reach for 80% of the general population. That being said I would think maybe a new Bentley would be a good comparison? Edited September 5, 2021 by TAKerry (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George Smolinski Posted September 5, 2021 Author Share Posted September 5, 2021 On 9/4/2021 at 12:48 AM, 1935Packard said: I don't know the L29 well, but my sense is that they are known as tremendously attractive cars that are unfortunately uncomfortable to drive. If so, it not be so easy to find a modern day equal... Your statement may be true, but if I owned this car I sure as hell wouldn't complain. Too much style & class to complain about anything on this car. It would be kinda like complaining that you hair gets mussed up when you drive your REAL 427 Cobra, because there's no top. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
30DodgePanel Posted September 5, 2021 Share Posted September 5, 2021 On 9/3/2021 at 9:25 PM, 1937hd45 said: I've asked this question before and never got an answer. What in the modern day equal to this car based on good looks, performance, and value? Bob If you're talking American made and by todays modern standards (imo) it's hands down the Dodge Challenger Hellcat triple black package. I don't think you can find a car that meet all three of your criteria otherwise (American made). Beautiful styling and looks, and definitely meets the performance standard (and beyond) plus the value. I'd put the value against anything on the world market with all it offers. Just my opinion... (sorry Vette and Stang kids...) However, the fact that it is so much of a performance (muscle) car, it may toss it out of this conversation. Funny, disqualified for being too powerful.... But let's be real... judging anything compared to the L29 (or Duesenberg Torpedo) isn't even fair . There is no equivalent PERIOD. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1937hd45 Posted September 5, 2021 Share Posted September 5, 2021 Ok, I like the Dodge Challenger Hellcat comparison, so here is the story behind my L29 Cord comparison. My Grandfather was a chauffer for a family that wintered in NYC and had a 400 acre estate here in Ridgefield, Ct. Their son had an L29 Cord Cabriolet and needed it driven from NYC to Connecticut, my Dad was asked to deliver it. Dad was 15 years old in 1930 and had driven some great cars around the estate, but still didn't have a drivers license, and questioned the deal. "I'll cover any tickets" he was told and off he went. NOBODY is going to give a Hellcat to a 15 year old today to make the same run. Bob 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark graber Posted September 5, 2021 Share Posted September 5, 2021 Pretty sure that car and photo are from the Fountainhead Museum in Fairbanks, AK. Amazing place. Mark 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1937hd45 Posted September 5, 2021 Share Posted September 5, 2021 29 minutes ago, mark graber said: Pretty sure that car and photo are from the Fountainhead Museum in Fairbanks, AK. Amazing place. Mark It sure fits in with everything else they have. Is there one guy or a committee that picks their cars? Not a looser in the whole collection. Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1935Packard Posted September 6, 2021 Share Posted September 6, 2021 8 hours ago, George Smolinski said: Your statement may be true, but if I owned this car I sure as hell wouldn't complain. Too much style & class to complain about anything on this car. It would be kinda like complaining that you hair gets mussed up when you drive your REAL 427 Cobra, because there's no top. I've never actually driven an L29, so I couldn't say what it's like. Although if someone wants to let me borrow theirs to try, I would be happy to report back on the experience! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1937hd45 Posted September 6, 2021 Share Posted September 6, 2021 Just now, 1935Packard said: I've never actually driven an L29, so I couldn't say what it's like. Although if someone wants to let me borrow theirs to try, I would be happy to report back on the experience! Dad said the in dash shift lever was the main problem to get used to. Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George K Posted September 6, 2021 Share Posted September 6, 2021 1 minute ago, 1937hd45 said: Dad said the in dash shift lever was the main problem to get used to. Bob Shifter for sure but lack of power, front drive joints and weight. Attached is a quote from ACD Museum book. Says it all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1937hd45 Posted September 6, 2021 Share Posted September 6, 2021 That ROOF head for the Cord was a two casting deal, 1-4 and 5-8, I've only seen one photo in their catalog. When I find it I'll post it. Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsancle Posted September 6, 2021 Share Posted September 6, 2021 The L29 is gorgeous! All 4 body styles. 25 years ago I wanted an L29 and my dad admonished me to drive one before I bought one. I never have so I can't provide first hand commentary. The 31 has the bigger engine but I don't believe they made very many. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vintagerodshop Posted September 6, 2021 Share Posted September 6, 2021 I have been looking for one of those Roof performance heads for a few years now for my L29 Speedster project. Wishful thinking. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George K Posted September 6, 2021 Share Posted September 6, 2021 8 hours ago, 1937hd45 said: That ROOF head for the Cord was a two casting deal, 1-4 and 5-8, I've only seen one photo in their catalog. When I find it I'll post it. Bob The ACD book has these photos. Even with the R&R upgrades the L29 DNQ. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George K Posted September 6, 2021 Share Posted September 6, 2021 29 minutes ago, alsancle said: The L29 is gorgeous! All 4 body styles. 25 years ago I wanted an L29 and my dad admonished me to drive one before I bought one. I never have so I can't provide first hand commentary. The 31 has the bigger engine but I don't believe they made very many. Sage advice. I never have been on a tour but for those who have are there L29’s out on tours? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
8E45E Posted October 24, 2021 Share Posted October 24, 2021 Another interesting coverage of European bodied L29 Cords in the September, 2021 The Automobile magazine from England. A well written article by Simon Moore and Nicolas Brondel, with period photos. Craig Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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