Hudson Pacemaker
1952 Hudson Pacemaker
Produced: 7,486
Original Price: $2,110 - $2,310
Average Auction Sale: $33,000
Median Auction Sale: $33,000
Chassis Profiles
Produced: 7,486
Original Price: $2,110 - $2,310
Average Auction Sale: $33,000
Median Auction Sale: $33,000
Chassis Profiles
1951 Hudson Pacemaker Custom
Produced: 34,495
Original Price: $1,965 - $2,640
Average Auction Sale: $35,322
Median Auction Sale: $34,644
Chassis Profiles
Produced: 34,495
Original Price: $1,965 - $2,640
Average Auction Sale: $35,322
Median Auction Sale: $34,644
Chassis Profiles
1950 Hudson Pacemaker
Produced: 61,752
Original Price: $1,800 - $2,430
Average Auction Sale: $34,971
Median Auction Sale: $26,200
Chassis Profiles
Produced: 61,752
Original Price: $1,800 - $2,430
Average Auction Sale: $34,971
Median Auction Sale: $26,200
Chassis Profiles
In 1950, Hudson introduced the Pacemaker. It had a 'short' 119-inch wheelbase and measured 201.5 inches in length. Power was from a flat-head inline six-cylinder engine displacing 232 cubic inches and offering 112 horsepower. It was the company's 'Junior' model and was available as a sedan, Brougham, Convertible Brougham, coupe, and club coupe. Trim levels included the Pacemaker 500 and the Pacemaker Deluxe.
In the front of the Pacemaker was a grille with four horizontal blades with a company medallion at the top. Standard equipment included Durafab plastic interior trims, an 18-inch steering wheel, adjustable visors, and full-opening rear quarter windows. The Deluxe Pacemakers were fitted with additional trim and nicer appointments. Depending on the body style, the additional cost of Deluxe ranged from $15 - $30.
During its introductory year, Hudson produced 61,752 examples of the Pacemaker. 22,297 customers selected the Pacemaker Deluxes, while 39,455 selected the Pacemaker 500s.
For 1951, Hudson modified the Pacemaker with changes to its grille - it now had three horizontal blades. Rectangular parking lights were located on either side of the main grille bars. The '500' and 'Deluxe' trim levels were no longer used, replaced by Pacemaker Custom and Pacemaker Super Custom. Bodystyles continued, except the coupe was exclusive to the Custom, and a Hollywood Hardtop was reserved for the Super Custom line. Super Custom body's had similar trim used on the 1950 Commodores. They had smaller hubcaps and a larger 262 CID six, offering 123 horsepower.
The final year of the Pacemaker was 1952. Hudson simplified its appearance while introducing a new trim level called the Wasp. Fender skirts were optional, and once again, Hudson made changes to the front grille. In the back were small oval taillamp lenses and outer bumper guards. Although they had a Spartan appearance, they were very sleek and elegant.
Sales for 1952 included 7,486 Pacemakers and 21,876 Wasps.
By Daniel Vaughan | Feb 2019