Vehicle Description
1935 Hudson Terraplane
Legendary blues artist Robert Johnson recorded "Terraplane Blues"
in 1936. The lyrics relate the woes of a man who left his car in
the care of his wife, only to return and discover that it is now
suffering a litany of mechanical maladies. Many have attempted to
portray this as a metaphor for marital infidelity, but old-car folk
know the truth: It's previous-owner syndrome.
For consignment a Hudson Terraplane formerly, Essex Terraplane
shortened to just Terraplane in 1934. But we are in 1935 for this
beautiful early '90's ground up restoration that is holding up very
nicely. Slightly hot rodded and wrapped up nicely for the next
adventurer to enjoy.
Exterior
With the suicide 4 door body and hood bathed in very nice Champagne
paint and the fenders with running boards sporting a contrasting
brown this restoration looks fabulous. Large brown bullet style
headlights are nestled next to the swooping down and forward grille
in shield style and chrome, dual horns in chrome curved bumper in
chrome and a stylized to art deco hawk hood ornament, chrome is in
good condition. A small orange pinstripe runs the length at the
belt line. The rear trunk very similar to the "humpback" styling of
the Ford has large painted hinges and is flanked by dual small
round tail lamps in the end of stick mounts. The bumper below shows
some chipping of the chrome on it. On the passenger's side a
covered spare is nestled into the fender. This was the 1st year for
the vinyl inset in the roof and this one is in very good restored
condition. 13-inch and 14-inch Keystone Nugget style wheels in
champagne are on all 4 corners.
Interior
Loaded with Camel and Brown suede with it on door panels, and tuck
and roll seats with buttons it makes for a wonderfully comfortable
and tactile interior. Dual benches are in very nice condition. A
simple but effective dash with a cream oval gauge cluster embedded
into a walnut fronted dash looks just fab. A/C has been added, and
a CB radio hangs below. A new tilt style steering column is topped
with a nice brown leather covered wheel. Dark brown carpeting in
good condition covers the floors, and terrycloth has been used for
the pristine headliner. Up front flanked by the sun visors in brown
terrycloth, are dual gauges announcing the water temp and
volts.
Drivetrain
Prepare yourself prior to opening the hood cowlings as you will be
met with a more than adequate 305ci V8 (CEJ stamping code) engine,
with an Offenhauser intake and 3 two-barrel Rochester carburetors
to feed the mill. In back is a TH350 3-speed automatic
transmission.
Undercarriage
No problems seen here even with any surface rust. The restorer did
a fine job of making sure all is well underneath. This car rides on
independent coil spring front suspension, and leaf springs in the
rear. It stops with power front disc brakes and power rear
drums.
Drive-Ability
Starts right up, and goes smoothly into gear, and pulls down the
road with ease, and plenty of power I might add. Has a great sound,
and everything functions well. A smooth rider too!
Somewhat unusual car restored and modified very tastefully
retaining its original design and charm. Nice color combination and
paint is holding up well, as is the interior. How many people do
you know have a beautiful Terraplane? (and what does that word mean
anyway?!)
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 450 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display.
This vehicle is located in our showroom in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia
on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is
www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888) 227-0914.
Please contact us anytime for more information or to come see the
vehicle in person.
