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1954 Hudson Hornet Special Series Sedan

  • Chassis Number: 5559W1S
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This particular 1954 Hudson Hornet 6 Sedan is a late-production example built in September 1954. It has the 'Twin H-Power' dual-carburetor intake system helping the 308 cubic-inch engine produce 170 horsepower. There is a dual-range Hydra-Matic Drive automatic transmission and four-wheel hydraulic drum brakes. It is finished in its original 'Lipstick Red' paint color, which is rumored to have been applied to late-production Hudsons to use up factory paint stocks.

Prior to entering the care of Eldon Hostetler, this car was owned by William Dely of Lewiston, Michigan. It joined the Hostetler Collection in 2005, only requiring new upholstery.

By Daniel Vaughan | Apr 2019

2018 Worldwide Auctioneers : Hostetlers Hudson Auto Museum Auction

Sale Price :
USD $41,800

1954 Hudson Hornet Auction Sales

Recent Sales of the Hudson Hornet

(Data based on Model Year 1954 sales)
1954 Hudson Hornet
Sold for USD$78,000
  2019 GAA : November 2019
 
1954 Hudson Hornet Convertible Brougham
Sold for USD$82,500
  2019 Mecum : Kissimmee
 
1954 Hudson Hornet 6 'Twin-H Power' Sedan
Chassis#: 5559W1S
Sold for USD$41,800
  2018 Worldwide Auctioneers : Hostetlers Hudson Auto Museum Auction
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1954 Hudson Hornet Convertible Brougham
Sold for USD$82,500
  2018 Mecum : Las Vegas
 
1954 Hudson Hornet Convertible
Sold for USD$134,750
  2018 Mecum : Indianapolis
 
1954 Hudson Hornet Convertible Brougham
Chassis#: 7281982
Sold for USD$62,720
  2018 Bonhams : Amelia Island Auction
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1954 Hudson Hornet Convertible
Chassis#: 7283978
Sold for USD$78,100
  2017 Motostalgia Auction - McPherson Collection
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1954 HUDSON HORNET
Chassis#: 7281982
Sold for USD$55,000
  2017 Dragone Lime Rock Park
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1954 HUDSON HORNET CONVERTIBLE BROUGHAM
Chassis#: 7283978
Sold for USD$66,000
  2017 Bonhams : Scottsdale, AZ
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1954 Hudson Hornet Convertible
Sold for USD$85,000
  2015 Mecum : Indianapolis
 
1954 Hudson Hornet Convertible
Sold for USD$67,100
  2010 Auctions America : Auburn Collector Car Auction
 
1954 Hudson Hornet
Sold for USD$17,600
  2010 RM Auctions - The Pate Collection
 
1954 Hudson Hornet
Sold for USD$3,500
  2008 Mecum - St. Paul, MN Auction
 
1954 HUDSON HORNET
Sold for USD$8,300
  2007 Palm Springs Exotic Car Auctions - February 23-25, 2007
 
1954 HUDSON HORNET 4 DOOR SEDAN
Chassis#: 7318357
Sold for USD$46,200
  2007 Barrett-Jackson - Scottsdale 2007
 
1954 Hudson Hornet Convertible
Sold for USD$52,900
  2005 Worldwide Auctions - Raleigh Classic 2005
 
1954 HUDSON HORNET CONVERTIBLE
Sold for USD$83,600
  2004 Barrett-Jackson - Scottsdale 2004
 
1954 Hudson Hornet Convertible
Sold for USD$31,900
  2003 JEM Museum Collection
 
1954 Hudson Hornet Convertible
Sold for USD$18,700
  2003 Vintage Motor Cars in Arizona
 

Hudson Hornets That Failed To Sell At Auction

1954 Hudson Hornet's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
VehicleChassisEventHigh BidEst. LowEst. High
1954 Hudson Hornet Club Coupe 2022 Mecum : Dallas$45,000  
1954 Hudson Hornet Hollywood 2019 RM Auctions : Auburn Fall   
1954 Hudson Hornet Hollywood72915542019 Auburn Spring : RM Auctions $38,000$42,000
1954 Hudson Hornet Convertible 2017 Mecum : Chicago$70,000  
1954 Hudson Hornet Special 6 Club Coupe 2013 Auctions America Auburn Spring$22,000  
1954 HUDSON HORNET 2006 Palm Springs Exotic Car Auctions November 1719, 2006$11,000  
1954 Hudson Hornet Four Door 2003 Michigan Spring Classic Car Auction$10,600  

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