Hudson truck (1947)

Sale price: US $5,000.00 Make an Offer

Condition: Seller notes:
Used
“This truck had an extensive professional restoration. It was a solid non rusted, non beat truck before restoration.The truck has extensive documentation and pedigree. It is not a junker which has been patched up. It has the original drivetrain with a 3 speed overdrive transmission.”
Year: 1947 VIN : 17848208
Mileage: 78000 Number of Cylinders: 6
Make: Hudson Transmission: Manual with overdrive
Model: Big Boy Series 18 Body Type: Standard Cab Pickup
Engine: original 212 splasher motor Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Drive Type: RWD Vehicle Title: Clear
Fuel Type: Gasoline Exterior Color: champaign
For Sale By: Private Seller Interior Color: Brown
Drive Side: Left-hand drive

Amboy, Illinois, United States

Vehicle description

Here is an exceptional 1947 Hudson truck. This truck is not a patched up junker. It has been lovingly cared for and restored a while ago by a very fussy professional restoration firm. The attention to detail is amazing. Notice the mud flaps, radio antenna, original engine and transmission, the extreme quality of the front grill and bumper plating, the running board rubber, door seals, windshield rubber, etc. are all like new. It still has the original radio that may work with some coaxing. When I purchased this truck I had it very carefully inspected by a professional Hudson restoration firm. They gave me the 2 thumbs up on the truck for quality and authenticity. They also said they believed the wood in the bed could very well be the factory original. This truck is that sound. The seats and door panels etc. are all very good. The carpeting could be shampooed and used, but it is off color and dated. The attention to detail when restored is impressive. Notice it has curb feelers on all four sides. The restorers added sexy turn lights to make it safe on the streets. Notice the heavy duty rear bumper, complete with a trailer hitch. That opens up a whole new chapter in what you can do to enjoy this truck. (The camper shown does not come with the truck. This auction is for the truck only.) Notice the correct fog lights. The steering wheel is not all cracked. The dash looks great. The bed side board rails were built by a master woodworker and were added for originality, but may be easily removed. The odometer shows 78,000 miles. Due to the great condition of this truck, I believe they may be original. The truck just had a carb rebuild, new points, plug wires etc., new intake and exhaust manifold gaskets… new battery and the list goes on and on. It starts right up and runs and stops fine. The engine appears sound and dependable. It was completely and meticulously rebuilt during the older restoration and has not been driven much since then. But, because this is a 72 year old vehicle, even though it is in exceptional condition, it is being sold as is where is with no warranties whatsoever. The paint has some minor blemishes from time; water spots etc. The truck is very presentable as is, or detail it out and it will not take much to make it a show stopper. As always, buyers are encouraged to make an on site inspection of vehicle before bidding. My buy it now price is way below the going price for Hudson trucks of this quality. You will not find one and restore it to this quality for my buy it now price.