1949 Hudson for sale

hotrodsbyray
hotrodsbyray Member
edited May 2013 in HUDSON
As some of you know I've been looking at Jets but ran across this ad. Don't know if it's been noticed on here yet.
With the mods to make it a driver, with AC and all - I'm tempted even though it's a "biggie."
For those of you in the know - does it look like a decent price?

http://www.midwestclassiccars.com/Inventory/detail.asp?CarID=2975

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  • hotrodsbyray
    hotrodsbyray Member
    A couple photos he emailed me.
  • Jon B
    Jon B Administrator
    Checked the area code, and it appears that this car is for sale in western Nebraska.
  • commodorecollector
    commodorecollector Senior Contributor
    edited May 2013
    First things that are incorrect: Deck Lid Emblem is Commodore, It has Commodore fender ornaments, Steering wheel outter rim (perhaps a cover?), and wrong jack in the trunk. Also 1951 Trim on the side of the car (the lower badge that runs towards the year).
    For its price, it is fair but you could definitely knock it down a tad to make it more original on the outside.

    Just my thoughts.
  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User]
    Don't forget it comes with a nice

    Tow dolly
    Roger
  • Lee ODell
    Lee ODell Senior Contributor
    edited May 2013
    If you check on what it cost for a fixer upper, then to rework a fixer upper for new paint job, new interior, A/C installation (big big plus in summer) and who knows what else plus tow dolly thrown in to boot, I'd say the rest of the car comes free. You don't have it yet?
  • faustmb
    faustmb Senior Contributor
    Seems fair to me , all things considered
  • JMed
    JMed Expert Adviser
    Sounds like a great deal. I'm curious about the GM HEI distributor converstion and how well it works. But overall a great deal.

    If you get it send us more pictures please!
  • RonS
    RonS Senior Contributor
    edited May 2013
    I believe the fender trim, steering wheel were upgrades on the super series. Boy, if this car runs as good as it looks, grab it for $9k. IMO, sell the dolly. They are not the greatest way to pull a classic car. Yes, some things are incorrect such as the seat material. If you are in the market for a driver,& if you can take a test drive good deal if the mechanics are up to par, do it. PS, don't say where it is or ...
  • PAULARGETYPE
    PAULARGETYPE Senior Contributor
    I SPOKE WITH THE OWNER IT IS GALION MOON WHO WAS FROM AZ. HE HAS MOVED BACK HOME ( WESTERN NABRASKA) HE IS A LONG TIME HUDSON MEMBER AND I WOULD TRUST WHAT EVER HE SAYS ABOUT THE CAR HE'S A GOOD GUY ALSO
  • commodorecollector
    commodorecollector Senior Contributor
    @RonS
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  • PAULARGETYPE
    PAULARGETYPE Senior Contributor
    WELL BEING A LOG TIME HUDSOI GUY IT HAS BEEN SAID HUDSON WOULD SELL YOU ANY THING YOU WANTED I BOUGHT A 49 SUPER CP FROM THE ORIGNAL OWNER IT HAD ALL COMMADORE CHROME AND IT HAD LEATHER INT IT HAD ALL THE COMMODORE STUFF INSIDE ALSO STEERING WHEEL TURN SIGNALS IT HAD SUPER TAIL LIGHTS JUST LIKE THIS ONE SO ALL I'M SAYING IS WHO KNOWS THE SIDE CHROME WAS DONE ALOT BACK IN THE DAY MADE A 48/9 LOOK LIKE A 50/51
  • Browniepetersen
    Browniepetersen Senior Contributor
    Just a thought about Galion. He has sold a few cars over the years and anything you buy from him is a good deal. I have seen his cars before around the Western Region and they are always very nice. I would take his word on anything....
  • Glowplug
    Glowplug Expert Adviser
    For those who do not know, Hudson corporate sales, encouraged what they called “trim updates" for those loyal customers who could not or would not make room for the new model Hudson. During the Stepdown era, Hudson provided bulletins accompanied by the trim "kit" to "update" previous models of Hudsons. Gaylon Moon is a long time Hudson owner and is well aware of the information I speak of. Not only did Hudson dealers add trim, they added dealership inspired add on pieces (aka Courtesy Motors- Chicago, Caddy style tail light housings). Dealers were encourages to repaint on site stock to meet a buyer's desires. The body shops in Hudson dealerships did a brisk business in repaints and adding later trim to earlier cars.
    A car that comes to mind is the UPDATED 1953 Hornet convertible formally owned by Bill Albright. The original owner, a former Pennsylvania Hudson dealer added 1954 side trim and a continental kit to the car. The car that started this thread can be critiqued, but the fact remains, all of the changes noted are changes Hudson advocated.
  • kamzack
    kamzack Senior Contributor

    One of the many things that have endeared me to Hudsons and Hudson folk is we aren't that concerned about authenticity. I really enjoy going to Hudson meets and not haveing to be in a judgeing class or have some one tell me what is not correct on my car. It makes for a much more enjoyable event. NO JUDGEING Hudson folk are glad to see a Hudson on the road regardless of trim, paint, interior, correct engine and other nonsense. Mine ain't too pretty, but I've yet to have anyone say anything negative about it. Ain't fair or kind to point out minor things that are not correct, Hudson folk don't care. Driveability, dependability, being mechanically sound, and low amount of rust does matter.
    As mentioned, you couldn't bring one to this condition for what he's asking. If you drive it, you will fall in love and won't want to get out of it. Nothing compares to ride, handeling and performance of the Stepdowns. Buy it, you'll love it.
    Thanks for letting me share,
    Kim
  • commodorecollector
    commodorecollector Senior Contributor
    Ah, thank you Oldfarmer for the insight on why.
    Does anyone know of any 1949's with 50-51 trim on the front fenders, 54 trim on the rear door or quarter (depending if it a 2 or 4 door) and a continental kit?
  • [Deleted User]
    [Deleted User]
    Agreed that no one should be overly critical of the "one-offs" and such. However, if you do ever want to rile up the Hudsonites, annouce that you are planning to drop a Chevy 350 in under the hood and see what the reaction is :-))
  • commodorecollector
    commodorecollector Senior Contributor
    that would rile up some people but if they want a daily driver, it could be a good option, however the old straight 6's and 8's are just as good.

    What would really rile up Hudnuts would be someone hot-rodding a perfectly good car that could be restored. I would think a lot would agree with me on this.
  • kamzack
    kamzack Senior Contributor

    Last fall I got a phone call from a fellow Hudson guy and wanted to know if I was interested in a 49 254 with overdrive, rear end,springs and front suspension. Here's the sickening part. When we got there this fellow had taken a very nice 49 Commodore 4 door and in the process of making a Bonnieville car out of it. The woodgrain and dash were very nice, floors solid, no rust in the body. The guy is a wizard, but when I saw it, I went back to the truck til my buddy came and got me out to look at his 53 Hornet. I asked him what his plans were for it. It is a driver, but plans to big block mopar in it in the future. I made the deal for the parts, loaded and left. I was quiet all the home.
    I later bumped into the guy and told me they did make the 200mph mark, I was still not impressed.
    I'm still bugged about it, perfectly good running Commodore with Drivemaster gone to crap. But I do have a spare engine trans and front suspension, will make a good test stand. That's only plus from it.
    Thanks for letting me share,
    Kim
  • commodorecollector
    commodorecollector Senior Contributor
    Kim,
    All I can think of is WHY... Why would someone do that to a rust-free complete car with drivemaster... :(:(:(
  • Lee ODell
    Lee ODell Senior Contributor
    edited May 2013
    Because that is what they want. That is THEIR dream. THEIR passion.
    Lee O'Dell
  • commodorecollector
    commodorecollector Senior Contributor
    edited May 2013
    Recently there was a post online that someone Hot-rodded a Mercedes-Benz 220 (W187). They re-did the whole interior and dropped a SBC into it. That car restored is easily worth $135,000 since there were only 997 manufactured from 1951-1953. Sure you 'could' do it, but is it worth it?
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  • Browniepetersen
    Browniepetersen Senior Contributor
    Let's be realistic guys, these rides that we love so are simply cars. Mechanical devices that were designed as transportation and to make our life more simple. For some, the car is a mechanical marvel and to many others they are just a car. Some choose to restore their car; some to leave original--or as original as they can; and, some hot rod--modify and/or create daily drivers that provide them with their concept of reliability. I love what some can do with their cars. And, I love to see a Hudson project drive down the street inspite of what someone's interpretation of that dream car is. I have a good friend that has one of the most rare and finest Hudson's in the club. He also have a very nice and rare highly modified "pick up"--and his dream and passion today is a "low rider" 54 to park next to his British Sports car. All his cars are wonderful representatives of what we in the Hudson club are all about. But, as any good modified comment from Wil would state: "This above all to thine own self be true--but; never, take thyself too serious!!" I enjoy all my cars--four in number within my shop, and almost 100 that have passed through my hands in my soon to be 70 years. My favorite--is my next car. I have yet to decide what I will do with it. And it is not all to important to me what others think of it... Love or leave it...it's my Hudson....
  • JMed
    JMed Expert Adviser
    I'm with Brownie on this.
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