convertible

schillaz

I came across a 1950 commodore 8 convertible, i was wondering how desirable this model is compared to other converts? im not a fan of the 8cyl's but are they more collectible? Would this model be the longer wheelbase?

Ive looked at sarah youngs site and she doesnt break it down to how many converts in each model for 1950. Does anyone have more info for me?

thanks for the help

ski4life65

YES! Top of the line, long wheel base car in 1950. If it's for sale and you don't want it, pass the info along. I would love to find one:whistle:

Park_W

The Standard Catalog of American Cars, 1946-1975, says approximately 426 Commodore Eight convertibles were produced in 1950. As said by skj, it's top of the line, and there were still a lot of buyers who liked the smooth-running, older design eights vs. the more modern 262 six.

The Eights were treated almost as a separate premier line, often with some standard equipment items that were optional even on the Commodore Sixes. This practice goes back at least into the mid thirties.

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If you have never been around one you have missed out . Hudson had been building the eight since the 30's and had it down pat. The tolerances on the crank were so close no shim's were even used.
It was a tourque monster and smooth as glass. Lot of folks dont relise it but most books show RPM ratings higher than the "6",4200 on the "8" as opposed to 4000 on the "6", (1948 Motors Manual)
Roger