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In 1948, Hudson's innovative 'step-down' chassis with the foot wells recessed between the widened chassis rails was an early expression of the 'unit body' concept, which merged the body and frame in a single, welded unit. The rear chassis rails passed outside the rear wheels, which was in contrast to the other American automobiles of the era. The Hudson's rear fender skirts were not just a stylistic embellishment but were functional. These step-down Hudsons were just five feet high and were among the fastest, best-handling cars traversing the motorway.
In 1951, Hudson introduced the Hornet model. It brought with it a new Super Six engine which had been introduced in the step-down model in 1948 but enlarged to 308 cubic inches. It was the most powerful Six on the market, and soon it dominated the race track, winning six first-place finishes on the NASCAR circuit.
This Hornet Convertible Brougham left Hudson's Detroit facility with its iconic step-down body in 1951. It is believed to have been a California car since new, later making its way to Al Saffrahn of Maricopa, Arizona, in the late 1990s. In 2008 it was sold to Mark Whalen of Fenton, Michigan, and purchased by its current caretaker in 2012.
This convertible has been carefully and thoroughly restored. It was stripped down to bare metal and was re-painted in black with a reupholstered Maroon leather interior. It has maroon carpeting, a correct leather-grain dash, and a new smart black convertible top.
This Hudson rides on Kelsey Hayes wire wheels. It has a paint-matched sun visor, driver-side spotlight, and Hudson's Twin-H Power intake. It has a 308 cubic-inch inline six-cylinder engine, Twin H-Power carburetors, and a Hydramatic Dual-Range transmission. There is an independent front suspension and four-wheel drum brakes.By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2017
In 1951, Hudson introduced the Hornet model. It brought with it a new Super Six engine which had been introduced in the step-down model in 1948 but enlarged to 308 cubic inches. It was the most powerful Six on the market, and soon it dominated the race track, winning six first-place finishes on the NASCAR circuit.
This Hornet Convertible Brougham left Hudson's Detroit facility with its iconic step-down body in 1951. It is believed to have been a California car since new, later making its way to Al Saffrahn of Maricopa, Arizona, in the late 1990s. In 2008 it was sold to Mark Whalen of Fenton, Michigan, and purchased by its current caretaker in 2012.
This convertible has been carefully and thoroughly restored. It was stripped down to bare metal and was re-painted in black with a reupholstered Maroon leather interior. It has maroon carpeting, a correct leather-grain dash, and a new smart black convertible top.
This Hudson rides on Kelsey Hayes wire wheels. It has a paint-matched sun visor, driver-side spotlight, and Hudson's Twin-H Power intake. It has a 308 cubic-inch inline six-cylinder engine, Twin H-Power carburetors, and a Hydramatic Dual-Range transmission. There is an independent front suspension and four-wheel drum brakes.By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2017
2023 Bonhams : Amelia Island Auction
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $90,000-USD $110,000
Sale Price :
USD $86,800
2017 Bonhams : Quail Lodge
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $140,000-USD $180,000
Sale Price :
USD $165,000
1951 Hudson Hornet Series 7A Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Hudson Hornet Series 7A
(Data based on Model Year 1951 sales)
1951 Hudson Hornet Convertible Chassis#: 47158 Sold for USD$82,500 2024 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
1951 Hudson Hornet Convertible Sold for USD$64,960 2023 Worldwide Auctioneers : The Auburn Auction | |
1951 Hudson Hornet Convertible Brougham Chassis#: 7A1095781 Sold for USD$86,800 2023 Bonhams : Amelia Island Auction | |
1951 Hudson Hornet 6 Convertible Sold for USD$15,400 2023 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
1951 Hudson Hornet Convertible Brougham Sold for USD$99,000 2023 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
1951 HUDSON HORNET TWO-DOOR COUPE Chassis#: 36282 Sold for USD$168,000 2022 Gooding & Company : Pebble Beach | |
1951 Hudson Hornet 6 Convertible Sold for USD$26,400 2022 Mecum Indy | |
1951 HUDSON HORNET 2-DOOR CLUB COUPE Chassis#: 121460 Sold for USD$31,360 2022 Bonhams : Scottsdale Arizona | |
1951 Hudson Hornet Convertible Brougham Chassis#: 7A112278 Sold for USD$67,200 2021 Bonhams : Quail Lodge | |
1951 Hudson Hornet Convertible Brougham Chassis#: 7A46946 Sold for USD$106,400 2020 RM Sothebys : The Elkhart Collection | |
1951 Hudson Hornet Convertible Sold for USD$77,000 2019 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
1951 Hudson Hornet 6 'Twin-H Power' Convertible Brougham Chassis#: 7A-49142 Sold for USD$104,500 2018 Worldwide Auctioneers : Hostetlers Hudson Auto Museum Auction | |
1951 Hudson Hornet 6 Custom Convertible Chassis#: 7A-94373 Sold for USD$57,200 2018 Worldwide Auctioneers : Hostetlers Hudson Auto Museum Auction | |
1951 HUDSON HORNET CUSTOM SEDAN Chassis#: 122610 Sold for USD$15,400 2018 Barrett-Jackson : Northeast | |
1951 Hudson Hornet Convertible Brougham Chassis#: 7A122578 Sold for USD$72,800 2018 RM Sothebys : Amelia Island | |
1951 HUDSON HORNET CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: 7A60917 Sold for USD$50,600 2018 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale | |
1951 Hudson Hornet Convertible Brougham Chassis#: 7A1095781 Sold for USD$165,000 2017 Bonhams : Quail Lodge | |
1951 Hudson Hornet Brougham Convertible Sold for USD$72,500 2017 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
1951 HUDSON HORNET CONVERTIBLE BROUGHAM Chassis#: 7A122578 Sold for USD$192,500 2016 Bonhams : Quail Lodge | |
1951 Hudson Hornet convertible paint model Sold for USD$805 2015 Auctions America : Hilton Head |
Hudson Hornet Series 7As That Failed To Sell At Auction
1951 Hudson Hornet Series 7A's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
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1951 Hudson Hornet 6 Convertible | 2021 Mecum : Indy 2021 | $25,000 | |||
1951 Hudson Twin Hornet | 2013 Mecum Auctions Monterey | $120,000 | |||
1951 Hudson Hornet Club Coupe | 7A50353Z | 2009 Bonhams Bicentennial Pavilion at Hotel Murano | $35,000 | $40,000 |
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1951 Hudson Hornet Series 7A
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