Vehicle Description
1949 Hudson Commodore Convertible Brougham SPECTACULAR,
CONCOURS-WORTHY EXAMPLE THROUGHOUTEXCEPTIONAL RESTORATION WITH
OUTSTANDING FIT & FINISHFINISHED IN IVORY OVER 2-TONE BROWN & TAN
INTERIOR1 OF ONLY 656 COMMODORE CONVERTIBLES BUILT FOR 1949121 BHP
262 CI INLINE 6/3-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSIONPOWER CONVERTIBLE TOP,
AM RADIO & POWER WINDOWSINCLUDES TOP-BOOT COVER, SPARE, JACK & LUG
WRENCHSHOWN AT 2009 MEADOWBROOK CONCOURS DELEGANCEFRESHLY DETAILED,
READY TO SHOW & ENJOY Following the close of WW II, while Americas
automobile manufacturers scrambled to resume peacetime production,
the race was on to become the first American manufacturer to market
with fresh new designs. Hudson, the highly respected independent
from Detroit, was one of the first with its innovative new
Step-Down models that truly revolutionized automotive design. With
design work led by Frank Spring, Hudsons Step-Down concept
represented a major rethink by moving away from traditional
body-on-frame construction. Instead, Hudson engineers placed the
floors down low inside the chassis, a sturdy perimeter frame
encircled the passenger compartment and rear wheels, and Hudson
bodies were now of rigid semi-unitized construction. In addition to
providing remarkable ease of entry and exit and enhanced safety,
the new Hudsons were renowned for their outstanding road holding by
virtue of the low center of gravity afforded by the Step-Down
layout. Unveiled in December 1947, the new Hudsons made a big
splash with the public and proved highly influential on the
industry. Interestingly, General Motors is reputed to have
purchased a number of them for evaluation, with the cars used for
several years as a standard for handling and performance at the
Milford Proving Grounds. Essentially unchanged for 1949, four
Hudson series were offered, with the commodore at the top of the
line.Continuing to benefit handsomely from an exceptionally
high-quality restoration to concours standards, this 1949 Hudson
Commodore Super 6 Convertible Brougham is one of just 656 examples
produced for 1949. In 2009, it was invited for showing at the
Meadow Brook Concours dElegance, held at the former Dodge family
home, Meadow Brook Hall. As offered, this Commodore 6 is a
compelling example of Hudsons well-deserved reputation for quality
and elegance. Featuring outstanding fit and finish, the Commodore
is finished in Ivory over a two-tone tan and brown interior. Ample
power is delivered by Hudsons robust 262 CI Flathead inline
6-cylinder engine, delivering 121 factory-rated horsepower in
concert with a 3-speed manual transmission. Features and amenities
include an AM radio, power window lifts, and a power-operated
convertible top. Additional items include a top-boot cover, spare
wheel/tire, roadside jack, and lug wrench. Offered with a fresh
detailing and looking fabulous throughout, this 1949 Hudson
Commodore 6 Convertible Brougham is ready to enjoy and continue
gracing the concours lawn. Contact us for full details, arrange a
viewing appointment, and prepare to add this true American icon to
your collection today!
