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The arresting Italia was Hudson's way of reminding the auto industry that it wasn't dead yet. Although it was built on the chassis of the compact jet, it was strikingly clothed in an aluminum body by Italy's carrozzeria Touring. Only 26 examples were made. Styled by Frank Spring and influenced by aircraft design, the Italia had a wraparound windshield, doors that cut into the roof for easier entry, and a pioneering flow-through ventilation system that made vent windows unnecessary. Front fender scoops that cooled the brakes, fake triple exhausts that held the taillights and turn signals, and an inverted-V 'praying mantis' front bumper contributed to its distinctive appearance. Announced as a produced model on the same day Hudson approved a merger with Nash, the Italia was to be Hudson's answer to the Corvette and the Thunderbird. This example is the only completely original car left. Even the tires are original equipment, and the car is totally unrestored.
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1954 Hudson Italia Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Hudson Italia
(Data based on Model Year 1954 sales)
| 1954 Hudson Italia by Touring Chassis#: 259254 Sold for USD$495,000 2023 RM Sothebys : Hershey | |
| 1954 Hudson Italia Chassis#: IT10003 Sold for USD$330,000 2014 Gooding & Company - The Scottsdale Auction |   |
| 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe Chassis#: IT10011 Sold for USD$265,000 2012 RM Auctions - Monterey |   |
| 1954 Hudson Italia Sold for USD$275,000 2009 Automobiles of Amelia Island | |
Hudson Italias That Failed To Sell At Auction
1954 Hudson Italia's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
| Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1954 Hudson Italia | 2008 Bonhams & Butterfields Sale of Exceptional Motorcars and Automobilia | $275,000 | $325,000 | ||
| 1954 Hudson Italia | IT10011 | 2008 RM Auctions Automobiles of Arizona | $250,000 | $350,000 | $400,000 |
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