1951 Hudson Hornet Series 7A Convertible Brougham

The 'step down' design on the Hudson models allowed for a lower center of gravity and was one of the reasons the Hornet was a successful race car, especially in NASCAR 'stock car' racing. The Twin H-Power system, with its higher compression ratio and the help of dual Carter single-barrel carburetors, helped boost the flathead six from its original rating of 140 horsepower to 170 hp.

This Hornet convertible brougham is one of approximately 500 examples built. It is believed to have been built in September 1951. It has been given a restoration and finished in what is believed to be its original color combination of Newport Gray with Maroon leather upholstery and matching carpeting, a correct leather-grain dashboard, and a new black convertible top with maroon piping.

By Daniel Vaughan | Apr 2018