![]() Using air stream styling and innovative technology to enhance ride comfort, Chrysler believed it had a winner on its hands. When Chrysler introduced the Airflow for 1934, its design shocked consumers. For just $1,500, there could be a merger between your garage with this bumble bee. It’s gorgeous lines are one thing, but it’s also an artifact, given most Hudsons turned into Nash products the next model year. While coupes are all the rage these days, this is one sedan that deserves a second life. Under the hood is a non running six cylinder (no surprise there). Hailing from Hudson’s last year before merging with Nash to form AMC, this 1954 Hudson Wasp still seems to have a bit of a sting to it. Given average sale prices hover around $30,000, that may not be a terrible buy. Though its six cylinder isn’t running this Hudson will set you back $4,000. Though dirty, it’s sure look clean, in terms of body damage and lines that is. Either way, this Hudson has all the marking for a great restoration, hot rod or NASCAR replica. This 1949 Hudson Commodore coupe is described as a real Doc Hudson from the movie cars, but that character is actually based on the Hudson Hornet that came to market two years later. If you buy this and the above truck, you’ll have plenty of spare parts! It can be yours for just $1,800. The buyer notes it still has a non running Super Six. That said, it’s a long ways from getting on the road. The dry climate of eastern Washington seems to have spared this old sedan from being eaten up by the earth. While there’s a few dings and dents and hardly an interior to speak of, rust doesn’t appear to be a major problem. This trailer queen (for all the wrong reasons) is a 1947 Hudson Commodore. This one even has a clean title! 1947 Hudson Commodore You’ll be hard pressed to find another Hudson truck for sale, given they only made about 30,000 over the life of the company. With a $4,500 list price, it’s the most expensive of the bunch, but likely well worth the price. Let’s be honest though, there’s a good chance the buyer is already dreaming of an LS swap. When it comes to finding body parts, well, that could be a different story. That’s good news, seeing as parts for the mechanics of this rig are rightly available even now. ![]() Under the hood should be a Hudson Super Six engine and a drivetrain that could be found in a Commodore sedan of the same year. This rare Hudson truck, pictured above and at top, is one of just 3,104 built in 1946, making it a unique example certainly worthy of saving. ![]() Take a look at the offerings and let us know which one you’d take home first. ![]() While the listings don’t provide a whole lot of details, it’s easy enough to see these are total projects. These barn find Hudson automobiles, along with a very rough Chrysler Airflow, can be found on Craigslist near Spokane, Washington. In short, it’s come time to clean out the stable. For one collector, who appeared to have a thing for Hudsons, the result is a hoard of classic cars for sale. Unfortunately, those dreams often begin with acquiring project car after project car that never get the attention they deserve. For many car folks, a vast collection of iconic and rare cars is the dream. ![]()
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