Photos of my '53 custom
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Glen
I like it. The color and the car.
Lee O'Dell
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Glen,
Did you get that car from one of the "Hudson Brothers" in Susanville, CA? They were 3 guys who had chopped Hudsons, I think all three had big block Buick engines. At least one had the Pontiac grill that yours has. One guy was named Norm Willingham, but I don't remember the other 2. That looks a lot like Norm's car, but it was painted dark maroon at that time, IIRC. Another had a teal blue paint job and had license plate "TEALNLO". The third, I think, was unfinished but had gull wing doors.
They even had business cards that said "Hudson Brothers". I met them when they came to the Kustom Kemps show in Washington about 20 years ago. Nice guys, loved to talk to anyone interested in Hudsons.0 -
Yes, this is Norm's old car. I first saw it at the Sacramento National in 1993. It was painted a dark brown which I really like. I didn't care for the dark green it was painted when I bought the Kustom a few years back. I've never seen the gull wing Hudson and would enjoy seeing photos if anyone has some.0
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Dig this!
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Glen has been doing a lot of work on this custom. Run your cursor over the photo and take a close look at the dash he has built for it. Very nice bit of work!! Glen tells me that it will be headed to the shop for new interior soon. Cannot wait to see this one on the road.0
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not really a hudson but the owners creation. nicely done.,but still not a true hudson. the trouble with your own creation comes when you try to sell it since this is solely your likes as far as to the changes made.0
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Looks great, Glen. How about a pic that shows the rear wheel opening treatment?0
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"not really a Hudson?"0
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not the way it was designed at hudson as a production car, chopped,new grille. new dash,3rd brake lite molded into trunk lid. therefore not a hudson. looks like quality work but with the changes still not a hudson. not being rude just a matter of fact.0
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Before the bricks start flying this is my opinion on this subject based on 43 years as a club member.
My take on the custom aspect is quite simple in 2 parts; 1) it is the buyers car - therefore he can do as he wishes with it - and tho some people may not like it there it is; and 2) this is one way to get younger people in our club. Being younger does not mean they are going out and build a custom - it does mean a potential new, long term member. The HET club should be greatful to a certain John Clement for it was on his watch that the 55, 56 and 57 Group, Modified Group and Jet Set came to be designated as part of the H-E-T club in effect recognizing these cars as Hudson.
I lean toward resto-rods, myself. Where what you see is original; what you don't see is modern and in itself may attract younger members. To me that is the way to go - the car can then, at a later date, be restored to original condition if so desired.
The bottom line is the car is NOT slowly rusting into the ground in some salvage yard. It is where it belongs - on the road.
Hudsonly,
Alex Burr
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Bricks, bricks, bricks! That "thing" isn't Hudson and it would puke a room full of maggots. Bricks, Bricks, Bricks! Being a flake for 43 years doesn't make you the end all tell all Mr. Burr. Cars like that conglomeration would be better off buried. You guys seem to think that it's a crime to stand up for the pure Hudson. Such a pity.0
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Nothing wrong with "street rods". It's just posted in the wrong forum.0
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I'm reminded of Mickey Gleydura.He customized his 35 Hudson coupe,used it at the drag strip, than after 40 years restored it back to original.He got complaints for doing both changes.
But he loved that car,and all Hudsons0 -
Beautiful car, I don't care where you post...just keep it coming!0
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Somebody get a rope! Lol! Personally, I LOVE it,BUT,what do I know. My 49 C8 has a 308,12 volt
lights,and an alternator.... *rolls eyes*0 -
Certainly not a crime to "stand up for the pure Hudson", although neither is it a crime to like something that's not.
But it is pretty small-minded to attack someone personally because his views differ from yours. Perhaps you're the one to be pitied.0 -
Now Boy's take it easy..The Gentleman spent a lotta money, that I hope he can recoup. The purists have got to give him some credit, because the Antenna is Hudson, the front bumper is Hudson, rear horse collar, and the steering wheel is 53-54. Can't see the frame, so I can't be sure if it's Hudson.
Beautiful redo job.0 -
Glen, how much of a chop does it have on the roof? Neat car!0
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@hudsontech - as being one of the younger members of the HET club, I lean more towards restoring back to original which puts me into a minority considering most of generation would 'chop and drop' their cars. Personally I do not mind customs, since it is interesting to see what people have done, however I like them a lot more if they have their original stylings (Resto-Rods).
It is nice to see that Glen frenched the original lights instead of changing them to more 'common' hot rod ones. Also he pick a very nice color for the car.... a lot better than flat black!
Sure it is a 'pure' stock Hudson but that does not make it something completely different. The car still is Hudson, which has been saved from rusting away, it got turned into something unique.
Glen - what are you planning on doing for the door trim?
Here is a 50' Coupe Custom in LA (both listed on cragslist for sale):
and a 49' also in LA:
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Richard, I'm not sure how much the chop is. It was chopped when I got the Hudson. I'm not putting outside door trim on it. If Brownie Petersen sees the 1949 two door in LA that is for sale, he might sell his 54 and buy the 49!!0
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Anyone that knows Hudsons, knows that this custom started its life as a Hudson. It is a 1953 stepdown. Glen is at least the 3ed owner. Those who know Glen know he has helped to restore 100's of Hudsons. He has a stable of "original" Hudsons and can teach all of us a thing or two about Hudsons. He deceided to enjoy his love of the car hobby and have fun with this one. He used his artistic talents in creation of his own neat car. He isn't through yet and I bet he knows that all costs will not be recouped. Way to go Glen you know how to enjoy this great hobby!0
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So John Clement is to blame for letting the 55,56 and 57s in the HET. Humm And I always liked John. LOL Seriously-- I enjoy looking at the customs. It has always amazed me the imagination and ability it took to make one. Its not my thing but I dont have the talent anyway. As they say "its what ever floats your boat". Actually a custom pre 55 is still more of a Hudson than the 55-57s. Right?? PS Paul when are you going to sell me back that 57. LOL0
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I have a bucket list, don't we all, of the cars that I would like to have and yes a brougham is on that list. But, then again, so was a 54. I do like the black and bronze one that is shown but for the time being, one project car at a time, I'll have to pass. Too many cars, too few hours and not enough parking spaces....0
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Glen
Great Car and great work!
The plating seems excellent what else to expect
/ Andreas
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I am a third generation HET member and a Hudson purist at heart, and I really like to see nicely done Hudson customs. After all, there as to some good cars at the custom shows right ? Don't know that I'd ever build a custom, but I certainly would buy one if the right opportunity hit
Thanks for posting Glen, I'm looking forward to the next round of pictures.
Matt0 -
I can see why it may be tempting to do some painting rather than chrome work. In view of the fact it may cost $1500.00 to chrome one bumper now a day's,
Roger X(0 -
That's a beautiful car!
I like the dash too.
Speaking of the dash, does it still have the writing on the ash tray? I'd like to have a picture of the script if it does. 0 -
Sorry, it doesn't have an ash tray. I had it removed.0
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That blue is great, the customizing is great, just super nice! 0
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