1950 Hudson Commodore 6

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My grandfather purchased a 1950 Hudson Commodore 6, 502 Series with the supermatic drive back around 1990. He passed away in 1995 and my dad has not driven it much since then. (He usually got it out once ot twice a year.) It is in what I would call very good condition. The engine runs pretty well, the exterior is in good condition and interior is clean without any major flaws. As far as I know, it is in original condition. Was there many of this model produced with the supermatic drive? What could we expect this Hudson to be worth? I will try to get some pictures. Any advice or insight would be greatly appreciated.

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  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User]
    Great cars. Top of the line sedan for Hudson in 1950. Yours is the fourth one I've heard of in two days. Two on e-bay, one for sale by Bill A. and now yours. Not super rare for a Hudson. Look at the nice one forsale on e-bay. High level restoration- IMHO, market on the car is worth in the mid 20's. However, I'm sure the restoration and car cost alot more than that but that doesn't mean the owner can get it. Also, coupes have higher values than sedans. I'm certainly not an "expert" but I follow the market closely with a few other guys.

    Post the pic's on the forum and I'm sure you will get some good feedback.
  • Aaron D. IL
    Aaron D. IL Senior Contributor
    In 1950 a Commodore 8 would've been the top of the line Hudson and a 6 next line down. Trim was basicallly identical difference being the motor.



    Model lineup was as follows: Pacemaker, Pacemaker Deluxe, Super 6, Commodore 6, Commodore 8



    Niels is right the sedans won't fetch what a coupe will. But if you have a nice example you might get a good price for it. I've seen most sedans advertised fetch under 20 K. The more you could tell us about it though the more accurate we could guess. Supermatic Drive was an optional sort of semi-automatic transmission. How many were ordered that was is a matter for speculation. Some owners like it and some don't and some have just disconnected the setup. I'm not sure that it effects the value of the car any great deal but a working one is indeed rare and adds to the historic interest of the car.
  • Unknown
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    Thanks for the input. My dad is is the process of cleaning it up a bit. It is dusty and such. I will submit pictures soon. Thanks again.
  • rambos_ride
    rambos_ride Senior Contributor
    zanders61 wrote:
    Thanks for the input. My dad is is the process of cleaning it up a bit. It is dusty and such. I will submit pictures soon. Thanks again.

    Hello,

    Just gotta say hello and add my .02

    I noticed you're wondering about the worth of the car...DONT SELL IT!
    Given the family history of the car - do anything and everything you can to keep it in the family.

    This forum alone ~ has dozens of stories of heartache from selling fmaily owned cars - and even cars that have been tracked down and re-purchased to bring the car back into the family..usually in poorer condition!

    Take Care

    Dan
  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User]
    And here is another one....



    http://www.internetclassiccars.com/Classic-Cars-for-sale-from-the-1950-s/Hudson/1950-Hudson-Essex-4-1039850.html
  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User]
    Was the essex common in 1950????



    Harry
  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User]
    Nope. Essex was long gone by 1950. Must be a typo on the sellers part. $6500 what am I missing?
  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User]
    Yeah, I was being facetious. I'm seeing an awful lot of work waiting for anyone who throws $6500 at that car. $1500 and hope the rot isn't too bad. I have a feeling though that if you start poking around underneath you will be creating swiss cheese.



    Harry
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