Hello, I was curious about the wide range in prices of the 48-53 Hudson vehicles. Some decent sedans, broughams, and rarely coupes go for under 10k http://westernmass.craigslist.org/cto/3972914946.html, others like this '52 brougham are asking 56k http://arizonaclassics.net/CarDetails.aspx?carID=421 convertibles from 70k http://www.volocars.com/1949-hudson-commodore-8-custom-convertible-c-3328.htm#sthash.wui8Xjnr.dpbs to 100k http://rrclassiccars.com/1950-hudson-commodore-8.html As much as I want to get into owning and caring for a Hudson...I've seen very large ranges in value. Is this normal? Is it possible to find a driver quality Hudson needing some work, but still looking good for reasonable prices? I got into hudsons when nearly buying a '51 Pacemaker Brougham in green for around 2,500 before someone else got it. Now I have a Studebaker Sedan. Any ideas on price...or links to affordable cars? Maybe even a trade for someone else who'd love a orphan car makes like my Studebaker? Thanks
I have both a Hudson and a Studebaker, it's a sickness......
Next you'll be telling me you got a Nash 😛 Orphan cars are the best!
Hi Kelii,
I have a 1949 Hudson Super Six I am wanting to sell. It is up on Ebay at the moment but if someone from HET wanted it, I could cancel that listing at any time.
I am asking 6k for it and it does run and drive.
Here is a link to the Ad.
[ebay]221272772581[/ebay]
[quote="Christopher Bauer" post=2762]Hi Kelii,
I have a 1949 Hudson Super Six I am wanting to sell. It is up on Ebay at the moment but if someone from HET wanted it, I could cancel that listing at any time.
I am asking 6k for it and it does run and drive.
Here is a link to the Ad.
[ebay]221272772581[/ebay]
Its a good car and a good price, but like everything these days...well things are selling for a good price but no one wants to buy it seems. No selling, no buying other stuff. All I'm able to do currently, is trade for my little Studebaker. Can't sell it for a reasonable price because no one wants it. Until a buyer with half a brain comes along, all I can currently do is trade. I'm keeping my eyes open for anything under 10k that's a good driver...but at times it's hard to get that narrow picking. You get total restoration needed cars for less...or show cars for more.
E-bay is a fair guage of what is actually going on sales wise. You can look at past sales and see what actual prices were paid. Asking and actually getting are two different realities.
I looked at that Wasp brougham and one would be hard pressed to restore one to that condition for that price. But, will it actually sell for that price? I seriously doubt it, you are getting into convertible price ranges. I would think a realistic selling price would be in the 30's maybe even high 20's.
There are quite a few nice Hudson's that have sold for less than 17,000.00, Doug Wildricks Hudson that sold last week is a good example.
[quote="Kerry Dancy---Wellborn,Fla" post=2764]E-bay is a fair guage of what is actually going on sales wise. You can look at past sales and see what actual prices were paid. Asking and actually getting are two different realities.
I looked at that Wasp brougham and one would be hard pressed to restore one to that condition for that price. But, will it actually sell for that price? I seriously doubt it, you are getting into convertible price ranges. I would think a realistic selling price would be in the 30's maybe even high 20's.
There are quite a few nice Hudson's that have sold for less than 17,000.00, Doug Wildricks Hudson that sold last week is a good example. What kind was it? Sedan? Coupe? With price differences being so much...I want to just make sure to not get ripped off when I make my choice. (whenever that is)
Go to Ebay and do an advanced search, this is what I got, 72 Hudsons in past auctions with the ones in red not selling and the ones in green selling.
Dougs Hudson was a 49 Super Six brougham that sold for 15,500.00.
[quote="Kerry Dancy---Wellborn,Fla" post=2766]Go to Ebay and do an advanced search, this is what I got, 72 Hudsons in past auctions with the ones in red not selling and the ones in green selling.
Dougs Hudson was a 49 Super Six brougham that sold for 15,500.00.
That's generally what I thought they might sell for. It's a real nice car.
At some point, you have to also decide on some factors other than looking at ebay prices. Buy what you like and can enjoy that fits your skills to maintain yourself and don't get overly hooked on the ebay prices as a guide on what a car is worth. There are some excellent 4-dr sedans out there. They may not be as sexy as the coupes, and all the price guides put their value as lower. Look at the overall history, the condition of the drivetrain and the frame/sheetmetal, and the price being asked. If the price is an issue that you don't feel confident about, I suggest you stop looking to buy soon, and spend several months getting to know the market better by looking at ebay, regular auctions, high profile auctions (like BJ), Craigslist, local advertising, car shows, swap meets, and really look at the details of the cars being sold. Then you can buy with confidence as you'll know what you're getting. Go to some local Hudson meets and look at the cars and ask lots of questions. Members are always happy to discuss their cars and their experiences.
[quote="Tim Hubler -- West Richland, WA" post=2775]At some point, you have to also decide on some factors other than looking at ebay prices. Buy what you like and can enjoy that fits your skills to maintain yourself and don't get overly hooked on the ebay prices as a guide on what a car is worth. There are some excellent 4-dr sedans out there. They may not be as sexy as the coupes, and all the price guides put their value as lower. Look at the overall history, the condition of the drivetrain and the frame/sheetmetal, and the price being asked. If the price is an issue that you don't feel confident about, I suggest you stop looking to buy soon, and spend several months getting to know the market better by looking at ebay, regular auctions, high profile auctions (like BJ), Craigslist, local advertising, car shows, swap meets, and really look at the details of the cars being sold. Then you can buy with confidence as you'll know what you're getting. Go to some local Hudson meets and look at the cars and ask lots of questions. Members are always happy to discuss their cars and their experiences. Thankfully I'm not very picky on my hudsons, I just need to find the right one. I do kinda wish I could find them at lower prices though. Ex: http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/cto/4023213028.html This pacemaker has been for sale forever...but never a drop in price. Found a 53 Coupe, but it was too rusty...just keep looking.
Kelii, where are you located?
One more thing about e-bay prices, remember we don't know what the actual "high bid" was, only what the winning bid was!
[quote="Kerry Dancy---Wellborn,Fla" post=2777]Kelii, where are you located?
One more thing about e-bay prices, remember we don't know what the actual "high bid" was, only what the winning bid was!
Los Angeles. Looked on craigslist for a few hours and came up with only a few...."decent" hudsons ex: http://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/cto/4023247519.html
http://westernmass.craigslist.org/cto/3972914946.html
(and my favorite) http://knoxville.craigslist.org/cto/3950226127.html
51-53's I generally prefer over the 48-50's because of the hydramatic transmission... also I think that some of the styling looks better on those later years.
A good driver Hudson isn't that expensive. Most parts can be located and joining our club makes a big difference, with all the experience of members.
Jump in.
Try Albright Vintage Coach Hudson Dealer. 909-823-9168 Located in Fontana,Ca.
They have several Hudsons in stock that are for sale. Or they may know of a lead in the LA area. Good luck. Richs.
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