Hudson was a Detroit-based automaker that was founded in 1909, but merged with Kelvinator in 1954 and subsequently died off. Their most opulent offering during the 1940s and early 1950s was the Commodore. This full-size car came in various forms, including as a sedan, coupe, convertible, and even a short-lived pickup truck. Made across three generations, today’s 1949 Hudson Commodore Six Convertible comes from the third and last generation. Residing in Naples, Florida, this quintessential 1940s classic car includes the spare tire, jack, and lug nut wrench as well. The current owner says that only 656 Commodore Convertibles were made in 1949, so you’re a part of a club that’s more exclusive than some supercars! This car was even displayed at the Meadowbrook Concours d’Elegance in 2009, we’re told.
The cream colored bodywork of this 1949 Hudson Commodore Six Convertible is perfectly representative of automotive design in the 1940s. The curvaceous outlook, bulbous fenders and chrome bumpers are all present and correct with this car, which rides on whitewall tires and features large Hudson hubcaps protecting its steel wheels. If you look closer at the monobuilt semi-unit body with step-down design, you’ll note a subtle two-tone paint scheme at play. The car’s convertible top, of course, comes in black. There’s even a convertible top boot to ensure that the car’s clean lines are not disturbed when the top has been lowered and stowed in place. The interior of this 1949 Hudson Commodore Six Convertible comes in white and features amenities such as power windows and an AM radio. You’ve got plenty of wood trim and some chrome embellishing the interior too, which can accommodate up to four adults in comfort. Even the trunk is pretty spacious, with the spare tire neatly concealed within its custom cover.
This 1949 Hudson Commodore Six Convertible is powered by a 201ci L-head inline six. It uses a 3-speed manual transmission to drive the rear wheels. The engine should make around 123 horsepower, which is more than enough for decent driving dynamics. After all, this car is a cruiser and not a track star.
Hudson – a brand that you may not have heard of, but your parents and grandparents definitely have. This interesting American automaker was born in 1909, but defunct by 1954 as they merged with Nash-Kelvinator. If you trace Hudson’s history further forward, you’ll find that it eventually traverses into AMC. Nevertheless, in its heyday, Hudsons were famous for their distinctive styling cues. The Commodore ran between 1941 and 1942 before World War II necessitated a stoppage of civilian automotive production. It returned by 1946 and was made for a further six years. The Commodore represented the largest and most luxurious automobile from Hudson’s product line-up. Today, finding a Commodore isn’t easy, but we’ve got one right here. So if you wish, call or DM us and pick up this 1950 Hudson Commodore Six Convertible from its current home in Los Gatos, California. It’s a lovely classic car to own and drive, as well as being something rather rare.
Hudson was a Detroit-based automaker that was founded in 1909, but merged with Kelvinator in 1954 and subsequently died off. Their most opulent offering during the 1940s and early 1950s was the Commodore. This full-size car came in various forms, including as a sedan, coupe, convertible, and even a short-lived pickup truck. Made across three generations, today’s 1949 Hudson Commodore Six Convertible comes from the third and last generation. Residing in Naples, Florida, this quintessential 1940s classic car includes the spare tire, jack, and lug nut wrench as well. The current owner says that only 656 Commodore Convertibles were made in 1949, so you’re a part of a club that’s more exclusive than some supercars! This car was even displayed at the Meadowbrook Concours d’Elegance in 2009, we’re told.
This 1938 Hudson Terraplane Rat Rod is a bold fusion of pre-war American design and modern hot rod engineering. Built on a 1971 Chevrolet ¾-ton chassis, this custom creation abandons originality in favor of strength, capability, and unmistakable presence. The rat rod philosophy is fully embraced here, combining an intentionally weathered appearance with serious mechanical upgrades underneath. Powered by a 355ci V8 and riding on modern suspension components, this Terraplane delivers a driving experience that is raw, aggressive, and purpose-built. It is not a restoration, but rather a carefully executed custom hot rod designed to stand apart from conventional classics.
The 1963 Chrysler 300 reflects Chrysler’s continued evolution of the 300 lineage into a refined full-size luxury sedan while preserving the brand’s performance-oriented identity. Although no longer part of the limited-production letter-series cars, the 300 remained a flagship model that emphasized smooth V8 power, advanced engineering, and upscale appointments. Showing less than 67,000 miles, this example stands out as a well-kept representation of the model, benefiting from consistent care and maintenance over its lifetime. Designed for effortless highway cruising and executive comfort, the 1963 model year is notable for its clean styling, balanced proportions, and focus on durability and everyday usability.
Packard is an American auto brand that you’ve likely never heard of, or if so, in passing. Your parents might know if it though, your grandparents definitely will. That’s because the Packard Motor Company of Detroit, Michigan made cars between 1899 and 1956. They are widely known as the purveyors of the modern steering wheel, air conditioning in cars, and one of the first production 12-cylinder engines! Sad, then, that such an iconic brand died a quiet death in the Fifties, merging with Studebaker by 1953 and quietly disappearing thereafter. One of their last models was the 200, and we have an example for sale today. This 1951 Packard 200 comes from Marietta, Georgia, and has done just 19,000 miles as per what we’ve been told. It’s a fine classic car for those who seek an unusual choice rather than going with the usual suspects from the major brands.
Pontiac, one of those great American brands that is no more, is something of a legend. Between 1926 and 2010, they’ve given us plenty of great nameplates, some truly awesome muscle cars, potent pony cars and flamboyant full-size sedans. One of their key offerings in that last segment between 1954 and 1966 was the Star Chief. This was initially a top trim package for the Chieftain model before becoming a separate model. Finding a Star Chief isn’t easy because these vehicles were never intended to be collectibles. That’s despite over 203,000 being made in 1955, the year from which this 1955 Pontiac Star Chief hails. So if you wish to own this vehicle, you’d better act fast as it’s in great condition. It’s currently domiciled in Lake Elsinore, California, if you’re interested to go check it out.
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