1949 HUDSON COMMODORE EIGHT CONVERTIBLE BROUGHAM

HISTORY

The Hudson Motor Car Company was known for producing durable well engineered but conservatively styled automobiles. That reputation was to be forever changed on December 7th 1947 when Hudson introduced their new 1948 models in nationwide showings. Banners proclaimed “This Time It’s Hudson”. The cars won instant acclaim from the public. Production had actually begun on October 12th. The tremendous factory conversion effort took only 23 days. Hudson spent $16000000 for development and new production equipment. The new car was revolutionary in that virtually no parts interchanged with the 1947 models except the eight cylinder engine which was essentially the same. The car had the lowest center of gravity and the lowest roofline of any American car without sacrificing headroom due to the floorpans being attached to the bottom of the frame members instead of the top as all previous American cars had been. While the 1941 Nash 600 had been the first production unibody car the new Hudson was significantly more rugged in construction and offered a sleek new design that was way ahead of the competition. The new body design was termed “Monobilt” because the body structure was of welded all steel construction. The cars were available in Super and Commodore trim levels with either a Six or Eight cylinder engine. Convertible production did not commence until late in the 1948 model year.

The 1949 Commodore Eight Convertible Brougham featured in this auction was purchased and restored by one of the foremost Hudson parts vendors. I am listing this car for his widow. The restoration was completed in 1980. The current mileage is 72182. It has a replacement Non matching number 254 Hudson Eight engine from another 1949 Commodore. This car is loaded with every conceivable option. This includes standard shift with Overdrive a 4 1/9 rear axle Radio and Heater Power Windows and Top Power Gascap Gas door guard Dual Spotlights Fog lights Reverse lights Directional signals windshield visor and traffic light finder Breezies Deluxe bumper guards front and rear Chrome wire wheels with wide whitewall bias ply Collector car tires remote spare tire filler windshield washers Chrome Exhaust deflector and a Hudson script Kleenex dispenser.

CONDITION

This car is a very nicely preserved restored car that will drive to any destination. You could start driving this car everyday. It runs and drives nicely and has a cruising speed of 60-65 MPH. The paint chrome and interior were restored in 1980 but have held up beautifully! It won an AACA National First Prize in a show in 1984! Many NOS parts were utilized in the restoration. The steering wheel and Chrome are in near new condition! The interior was restored in Leatherette instead of real Topgrain Leather as it was originally. The paint and body have held up well although a paint touchup and detailing would buy this car a lot! A matching wire wheel spare tire and jack still reside in the trunk. All of the lights and Gauges work. The Clock and Radio work nicely. I checked everything and could find nothing that does not operate. Some spares in the trunk are included. I have driven this car and it has a whisper Quiet matching number Good Running Hudson Eight. It really runs Strong! It is currently Licensed Insured and on the road.

DETAILS

This is a Beautiful Restored Hudson Commodore Eight Convertible Brougham. You can drive this car to Cruise Ins and shows right now. You can get into the Collector car hobby with a turnkey car. I believe that this Hudson can be driven to any destination. It is freshly serviced and ready to go. I have done my best to make an accurate detailed description of this car. If there is an aspect that is not mentioned or you require additional information regarding an item please E-mail or call Larry at 317-862-2020 with any questions or to schedule an appointment to inspect and drive this Hudson Ragtop before the auction ends. Please do not bid unless you intend to purchase the vehicle. I will do whatever is necessary to expedite the delivery to include picking you up at the Flint Michigan airport or meeting your shipper. I have been told that I should include the language from the Federal Trade Commission Buyers Guide. This vehicle is being sold As-Is Where-Is With No Warranty or Guarantee.