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Hudson introduced a straight eight in 1930. It was derived from the companion make Essex Six, and it had a smaller displacement and less power than the old Super Six. With the new Great Eight being 500 pounds lighter, the new model saw a performance improvement. The following year, the engine was given a wider bore, higher compression, and an increase in power. The name was upgraded to 'Greater Eight.' Two wheelbase sizes continued to be offered; a shorter Series T measuring 119 inches and the longer, top-of-the-line Series U which had a 126-inch platform.
The boat-tailed roadsters offered by Hudson were not available every year. In 1927 and 1929, there were Essex boat-tails. It re-appeared in 1931. By this point in history, Hudson and Essex shared bodies, so a Hudson boat-tail was created, with the bodies built by Murray. Ray Dietrich was under the employment of Murray during this time, and it is believed the Hudson boat-tail speedster, with its convertible top design and steeply raked windshield, was among his achievements.
This 1931 Hudson Greater Eight Boat-Tailed Sport Roadster was purchased from the William F. Harrah Collection in the 1980s by Mr. Rose of Nebraska. The car wears an older restoration. It is believed Mr. Rose later sold the car to a collector in Gordonsville, Virginia, where it stayed for many years until sold by the owner's estate to a collector in Meriden, Connecticut.
In 2011, this car was offered for sale at the Hershey, PA, presented by RM Auctions. It was estimated to sell for $100,000 - $125,000. As bidding came to a close, the car had been sold for $72,500, inclusive of the buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Dec 2011
The boat-tailed roadsters offered by Hudson were not available every year. In 1927 and 1929, there were Essex boat-tails. It re-appeared in 1931. By this point in history, Hudson and Essex shared bodies, so a Hudson boat-tail was created, with the bodies built by Murray. Ray Dietrich was under the employment of Murray during this time, and it is believed the Hudson boat-tail speedster, with its convertible top design and steeply raked windshield, was among his achievements.
This 1931 Hudson Greater Eight Boat-Tailed Sport Roadster was purchased from the William F. Harrah Collection in the 1980s by Mr. Rose of Nebraska. The car wears an older restoration. It is believed Mr. Rose later sold the car to a collector in Gordonsville, Virginia, where it stayed for many years until sold by the owner's estate to a collector in Meriden, Connecticut.
In 2011, this car was offered for sale at the Hershey, PA, presented by RM Auctions. It was estimated to sell for $100,000 - $125,000. As bidding came to a close, the car had been sold for $72,500, inclusive of the buyer's premium.By Daniel Vaughan | Dec 2011
2011 RM Auctions - Hershey
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $100,000-USD $125,000
Sale Price :
USD $72,500
1931 Hudson Series T Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Hudson Series T
(Data based on Model Year 1931 sales)
1931 Hudson Greater Eight Boattail Speedster Chassis#: 924469 Sold for USD$201,600 2022 Worldwide Auctioneers : The Auburn Auction | |
1931 HUDSON GREATER EIGHT BOATTAIL ROADSTER Chassis#: 924469 Sold for USD$179,200 2021 Bonhams : Amelia Island Auction | |
1931 Hudson Greater Eight Series T Boattail Sport Roadster Chassis#: 924094 Sold for USD$143,000 2018 Worldwide Auctioneers : Hostetlers Hudson Auto Museum Auction | |
1931 Hudson Series T Coupe Chassis#: 918936 Sold for USD$22,000 2017 RM Sothebys : Hershey | |
1931 HUDSON BOATTAIL Chassis#: 916483 Sold for USD$99,000 2016 Bonhams : The Amelia Island Auction | |
1931 Hudson Greater Eight Boat-Tailed Sport Roadster Chassis#: 925232 Sold for USD$72,500 2011 RM Auctions - Hershey | |
1931 Hudson Series T Sold for USD$110,000 2009 Automobiles of Arizona | |
1931 Hudson Greater Eight Boattail Speedster Chassis#: 920968 Sold for USD$60,500 2005 Vintage Motor Cars in Arizona | |
1931 Hudson Greater Eight Boattail Speedster Chassis#: 924469 Sold for USD$93,500 2004 Vintage Motor Cars at Meadow Brook Hall | |
1931 Hudson Boattail Speedster Sold for USD$107,250 2003 JEM Museum Collection |
Hudson Series Ts That Failed To Sell At Auction
1931 Hudson Series T's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1931 Hudson Greater Eight Series T Sport Roadster Coachwork by Murray | 24094 | 2024 Bonhams : The Scottsdale Auction | $150,000 | $180,000 | |
1931 Hudson Greater 8 Boattail Speedster | 920968 | 2019 Worldwide Auctioneers : Riyadh Auction |
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