Hudson

Rare in The UK: 1947 Hudson Pickup

No, this is not deja vu. You really did see an article featuring a 1947 Hudson Pickup about a week ago. This is not a repeat. I have chosen to write about this particular vehicle because there is something… more»

Rare Pickup: 1947 Hudson Pickup

When looking at pickups that were for sale after World War II, one vehicle that is often overlooked is the Hudson. The vehicle was viewed as more upmarket when compared with offerings from either General Motors or Ford, but… more»

Driving Miss Daisy: 1949 Hudson Commodore

When it was introduced in 1941, the Hudson Commodore was Hudson’s range-topping vehicle. It remained in production until 1952. The Commodore went on to achieve worldwide fame when a maroon 1949 model had a starring role in the 1989… more»

Creativity or Sacrilege? 1947 Hudson Commodore

Say you found yourself in possession of two 1947 Hudsons, a coupe and a convertible. The coupe was in much better shape, but you reeeeeally wanted to be able to drop the top—so you Frankensteined the two together to… more»

1948 Hudson Highlights This Kansas Collection

The listing for these vehicles here on craigslist in Leavenworth, Kansas only highlights the 1948 Hudson in the upper left of this collage. However, the advertisement also mentions “many other cars and trucks for sale” and includes some very interesting… more»

$4,500 or Offer: 1950 Hudson Pacemaker

The Hudson Motor Car Company has an interesting history and they produced some interesting cars, like this lower-priced model, a 1950 Hudson Pacemaker. This Peacock Green car is listed on Hemmings with an asking price of $4,500 or offer…. more»

For A Good Cause: 1942 Hudson Super Six

Forgive me for sounding like one of those annoying pledge drives on PBS or NPR, but as the great-great grandson of a Hudson-Essex-Terraplane dealer, I can’t help myself: Every dollar you spend on this 1942 Hudson Super Six sedan… more»

Optional Twin-H Power: 1953 Hudson Super Jet

We often hear that it’s becoming so expensive, sometimes too expensive, to jump into the old car hobby. Cars like this 1953 Hudson Super Jet bring it all back to earth again. This example is posted on Craigslist in… more»

Hot Rod and Roll: 1933 Essex Terraplane

An uncommon maker to see, this Essex Terraplane project is a solid start to a hot rod project. Fitted with modern front suspension, and previously fitted with a V8, this may very well be the prefect hot rod project… more»

Uncommon Drop Top: 1952 Hudson Hornet

Convertibles are always interesting in the classic car realm, but how about a convertible version of an American Icon? Scarce, uncommon, and rare, this 1952 Hudson Hornet convertible is a sweet example that runs and drives. Parked since 2013,… more»

Ready For Business: 1940 Hudson Business Coupe

What is there not to like about a Business Coupe? They usually offer great looks, two doors, a spacious trunk, and the rare and cool exclusivity that separates them from the standard model line. This 1940 Hudson is a… more»

What’s Left Of A 1946 Hudson Pickup

This pickup truck, a unique and interesting 1946 Hudson, ended its service to humanity some time ago and lay abandoned along with other rusty farm implements gone to scrap. Fast-forward thirty years or more and this weathered yard art… more»

Super Stinger: 1955 Hudson Wasp Super

Remember when cars had actual, real names of real things instead of a seemingly-random mix of letters and numbers or made up names as model identification? Hudson was on a stinging insect kick when this 1955 Hudson Wasp Super… more»

Ran When Parked: 1953 Hudson Hornet Convertible

  Time is a fascinating yet scary thing. We can often wish for time to pass quickly, or for many of us we wish that time would slow down. But either way you cut it, time can slip away… more»

Not A Hornet Or A Wasp: 1945 Hudson Pickup

Easily one of my favorite classic trucks, these Hudson Pickups are unmistakable with their unique styling. Appearing to be a worthwhile project with little rust present, this old pickup is a grand start to an uncommon pickup project. For… more»

Really Big Project: 1939 Hudson Country Club

I’ve never been much of a country club kind of guy, I’m not that into tennis or golf. However, if I owned a 1939 Hudson Country Club Sedan I’m sure I would be joining the local country club! Think… more»

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