Businesses were gutsy during the Great Depression. Somehow, they had to survive, and mostly, that meant taking risks. Packard entered the middle market, GM emphasized the low end of the market, and Chrysler cost-cut until Plymouth represented most of… more»
Terraplane
May 16, 2024 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Rare 1938 Hudson Terraplane Pickup
Every time I hear the “Terraplane” name, an aviation theme comes to mind. But that’s only partially true as it was a product line of cars and trucks built by the Hudson Motor Car Co. from 1932 to 1938…. more»
Feb 15, 2024 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Hot Diggity Dog! 1934 Hudson Terraplane
What in the Sam Hill is a “Terraplane”? Yeah, I know, it’s a Hudson model like this 1934 example that T.J. found for us. But what I really mean, generically speaking, what does that term mean? My guess is… more»
May 31, 2023 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Rare Running Truck: 1935 Hudson Terraplane
While most folks who remember the Hudson Terraplane think of it as a passenger car, it was also available for a time as a pickup. Terraplane production ran from 1932 to 1938 with less than 1,300 commercial vehicles (including… more»
Nov 7, 2022 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Chevy V8 Project: 1937 Hudson Terraplane
Hudson Motor Car Co. built the Essex as its lowest-priced car in the 1920s. But its sales fell way off along with most U.S. auto production when the Great Depression arrived. Yet, Hudson took the bold move of introducing… more»
Nov 21, 2020 • For Sale • 30 Comments
All Original Driver: 1937 Terraplane Brougham
With the world mired in the depths of The Great Depression, it would take a brave automobile manufacturer to introduce a completely new model to the market. Hudson was a company that was renowned for its bravery, and they… more»
Apr 10, 2020 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Nice Non-Hudson: 1934 Terraplane Business Coupe
While it might have been built by Hudson, the 1934 Terraplane carried none of the company’s branding beyond its built plate. In fact, during its lifetime, it was known initially as the Essex-Terraplane, and from 1934, simply the Terraplane…. more»
Nov 4, 2019 • For Sale • 39 Comments
V8 Powered 1934 Terraplane Pickup Truck!
UPDATE 11/4/2019 – It turns out that the seller, Gregg W, is a reader of the site and was excited to see his Terraplane on the site. He has since relisted it here on eBay, this time with a… more»
Feb 27, 2019 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Rare Truck Find: 1936 Terraplane Cab Pickup
Here is a rare and unique opportunity to own a very cool pickup truck! Stylish and on par with the Studebaker Coupe Express from the ’30s, this Terraplane is an awesome sight to see with its suicide doors. Appearing… more»
Feb 20, 2019 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Project With Style: 1936 Hudson Terraplane Pickup
If you’re looking for a project this Hudson Terraplane pickup may be a great candidate. The 1930’s Art Deco period produced some great iconic styles, especially with the automobile industry. This Terraplane pickup is a nice representation of that… more»
Nov 29, 2016 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Solid Potential: 1937 Terraplane Coupe
It is always heart breaking to find a nice car living outside in the elements as this Hudson Terraplane is doing. Although it is great to see when these outdoor cars are still in solid condition with hope of… more»
