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Hudson Paradise! How much do you know about (the history of) the make Hudson? Did you know they made a wide variety of models throughout the years? And if you always dreamed about owning a Hudson yourself, we have good news for you! On Saturday the 4th of August 2018 Worldwide Auctioneers will auction the world`s largest Hudson Collection. The interesting Hostetler's Hudson Auto Museum Collection existing of mainly Hudson cars is entirely offered without reserve.

A wide variety of types, models, years, colours, all in an excellent condition. The oldest one is a 1909 Hudson Model 20 Open Roadster to relatively new 1950s PostWarClassic models. We made a selection for you to enjoy this summer. Which Hudson do you take to Hudson Paradise?

1909 Hudson Model 20 Open Roadster

Is it this 1909 Hudson Model 20 Open Roadster? With this 1909 Hudson, it will definitely be a colourful summer! The name `Hudson` originates from investor Joseph L. Hudson, proprietor of Detroit’s Hudson Department Store and uncle to Roscoe Jackson (member of the management) his wife, in recognition of his capital investment of $90,000 in the Hudson Motor Car Company. The first car, the Model 20 was completed in early July 1909. Known for their innovation and quality the Hudson cars became very successful and were profitable from the start. This Open Roadster was first purchased in 1910 by John W. Reed of Warren and became later part of the Imperial Palace and Harrah Collection. The car is beautifully restored it is a real opportunity to acquire a brass era model.

1911 Hudson Model 33 Cabriolet Runabout

The chassis (no. o MVIN309708IND) of this Model 33 was shipped new to England for stylish custom coachwork by Rawlinson Body Works at London’s Grosvenor Square. Where it was fitted with a sporting, yet elegant cabriolet body including a “mother-in-law” seat. Experts consider the Model 33 to be the first “true” Hudson.

Howard E. Coffin was responsible for the engineering, with the cars now powered by a continental-supplied engine featuring a ‘monobloc’. The quality, durability and performance gave the make an even better reputation on the international market. The car was driven and enjoyed in England until November 1954, when it was sold by Vintage Autos of London to Dan J. Bihler of Moundsville, West Virginia. The car was shipped to the United States where it was restored in the 1980s.

This attractive 1911 Hudson was equipped new with electric starter and 12V electrics. And because of the unique custom coachwork, you can also invite you mother-in-law for a drive on a lovely summer day. But this is of course not compulsory...

1917 Hudson Shaw Special Single-Seater Racing Car

If you have enough from all the company and would just like to be on your own for a moment. Then with this single-seater Shaw Special racing car can be very helpful. You can let everything go for a moment!

The car was built and raced by Horace Shaw of Rochester, New York and is an AACA Certified Competition Race Vehicle (# 072). The car is powered by a 292 cid F-head inline six-cylinder engine with dual Winfield two-inch updraft carburettors and Hudson three-speed manual transmission. The Hudson has a solid front axle, underslung live rear axle with leaf springs and dual friction-type shock absorbers. But thankfully also two-wheel (rear) mechanical drum brakes. The Shaw Special is beautifully restored by Ralph Prueitt from Preitt Automotive Restoration and ready to be raced again!

1927 Hudson Super Six Supercharged Sports Tourer

If you are looking for something a little more though then the Shaw Special. Then this 1927 Super Six Supercharged Sports Tourer might be something for you. The coachwork is inspired by the Van den Plas-bodied ‘Blower’ Bentleys of Le Mans fame. The car is built during the early 1990s by Australian master craftsman, Wolfgang Rebien. And has aluminium body panels with a Brazilian mahogany framing underneath it. Perfect for touring and actually covering a considerable distance! For instance to visit some friends who you haven`t seen for a little while.

1927 Hudson Series O Fire Engine

A super soaker water gun not good enough for this summer? Then we have some heavier equipment for you.

This 1927 fire engine has an original Hudson chassis (no. 772044) and was supplied new to Alden, Minnesota Fire Department. The car has been in service from 1927 until 1958 and was given the lovely nickname the “Flintstone”. Even if you are not named Fred, Wilma and Pebbles we are sure this 1927 Series O Fire Engine can bring a lot of joy in someone his life.

1928 Hudson Series O Town Car

If we had to describe this pre-war in one word it would be: elegant. This 1928 Hudson Series O Town Car is the sole car of its kind, featuring “one-off” custom coachwork by Murphy Coachbuilders of Pasadena, California. Look at the very appealing body lines of this world-class car. They believe it is the most expensive Hudson ever when it was new.

Are you dreaming of luxurious touring around the countrysides? Or if you always wanted to participate in one of the top Concours events somewhere around the world, this is the perfect candidate to bring home a prize. In approximately two weeks’ time this Series O Town car will be offered without reserve, and can be all yours!

1931 Hudson Greater Eight Series U Seven-Passenger Phaeton

Looking for a true American to take part in parades this summer? Then this 1931 Hudson Eight Series might be something for you. You can take up to 7 friends or family members in this Phaeton!

1931 Hudson Greater Eight Series T Boattail Sport Roadster

If you cannot decide if you should go for a drive or go out on the water then we have the perfect solution! Why not drive in this rare 1931 Boattail along the coast? It is the one of only12 known to have been produced. And this is one of the five known remaining in existence. The car is beautifully preserved and can already be enjoyed this summer. As St Marher ones said: “time and tide wait for no man..” So be there on the 4th of August.

1940 Hudson Eight Series 44 Touring Sedan

Maybe this is one of the finest cars of its kind available. Look at the lines, the colour… everything! And then let`s talk about what is under the bonnet. An L-head inline eight-cylinder engine, 128 BHP at 4,200 RPM. The car as independent front suspension a semi-floating rear axle with leaf springs. Worldwide Auctioneers describes in their catalogue: “recent inspection confirms the freshness and as-new condition of this wonderful late-prewar Hudson.” Buy the car at auction and drive it home straight away! Can it be any better?!

1942 Hudson Super Six Series 21 Station Wagon

It might be a little bit more difficult to drive this Station Wagon home after the auction. You can, of course, use it as a peddle car. This chassis (no. MVIN309704IND) with 121” wheelbase and original wooden bodywork by Campbell are wired together for display. But are definitely a great starting point for a restoration project. The 1942 Super Six Hudson has a fascinating and highly documented history from 1969.

As described in the auction catalogue: “its known history is fascinating and dates to 1969, when Hudson-Essex-Terraplane Club members Pete and Nancy Booz received a tip from a bear hunter who saw this Hudson Station Wagon, which was located at an elevation of 7,000 feet on a barely passable mountain road with a 35-degree grade near Death Valley, California. Gutted and converted into a makeshift wagon towed by crawler tractor, the Hudson was used for years by a prospector to carry the minerals he mined, and then the body/chassis was parked and left on the mountainside. Soon after hearing of the car’s existence and its strange and remote resting place, Mr. and Mrs. Booz trekked in to see it and found the wooden bodywork mostly present and intact apart from the roof, and the grille, radiator, engine and transmission were all gone.” That is what we call a good story!

Plenty of Hudsons to choose from! There is definitely something for everyone. In which Hudson would you like to drive to paradise?

Words by the editor. Photographs courtesy Worldwide Auctioneers.

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