1951 HUDSON HORNET
1951 HUDSON HORNET
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Location:
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49548
Seller:
Engine:
308ci
Transmission:
Manual
Odometer:
64,898 (Mi)
Chassis/VIN:
7A39800
Carfax:
Not available
Lot Number:
55216282
Location:
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49548
Seller:
Engine:
308ci
Transmission:
Manual
Odometer:
64,898 (Mi)
Chassis/VIN:
7A39800
Carfax:
Not available
Lot Number:
55216282
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OVERVIEW
This survivor 1951 Hudson Hornet was originally modified in 1958, stored from 1960 until 2011, and then mechanically restored in 2018. It is powered by an updated 1956 Hudson flathead 308ci inline-six backed by a three-speed manual transmission. Finished in Pink and Black over a white vinyl and black patterned cloth interior, this Hudson Hornet comes with an owner’s manual, other vehicle documentation, and a clear title.
Highlights:
- Restoration completed in 2018
- Front windshield visor
- Door window visors
- Spot light
- Accent pinstriping
- 262 head
- Mild cam
- Hudson Twin H dual carburetor intake manifold
- Clifford header
Ownership History:
- Offered by a private seller
- Current location: Michigan
EXTERIOR
- Pink and Black paint
- Accent pinstriping
- Spotlight
- Dual side mirrors
- Windshield visor
- Side window visors
Updates:
- Refinish to Pink and Black from the original color of French Gray (code R-72) in 1958
WHEELS AND TIRES
- 15” black steel wheels
- Full hub caps
- Whitewall bias-ply tires
INTERIOR
- White vinyl and black patterned cloth upholstery
- Reportedly original
- Manual windows
- Manual steering
- Motorola AM radio
- Steering column-mounted manual transmission shifter
INSTRUMENTS
- Odometer shows 64,898 miles
- True mileage unknown
- Gauges:
- 100-mph speedometer
- Clock
- Fuel level
- Temperature gauge
ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION
Engine:
- 1956 Hudson 308ci inline 6-cylinder
- Hudson Twin H dual carburetor intake manifold
- 262 cylinder head
- Mild camshaft
- Clifford Performance header
Transmission:
-
3-speed manual
Service History Highlights:
-
Engine gone through during the restoration in 2018
UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST
- Independent front suspension
- Lowered front springs
- Solid rear drive axle
- Rear lowering blocks
- All new shocks
- Manual 4-wheel drum brakes
- Single exhaust system
Service History Highlights:
- Brakes have been rebuilt with new lines and rubber hoses
KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS
-
Some light wear on the original interior
ITEMS INCLUDED WITH THE VEHICLE
- Vehicle documentation
- Owner’s manual
- Radio owner’s manual
- Radio warranty tag
- Battery maintenance pamphlet
VIDEO
- The seller has posted a walk around, running, and interior video below.
BID: $9,500
Welcome to the auction for our very well cared for 1951 Hudson Hornet. Feel free to ask any questions and we'll do our best to answer as quickly as possible. Thanks!
BID: $9,200