Leif in Calif Posted December 22, 2023 Share Posted December 22, 2023 $48,000 seems steep to me, but it sure looks like fun. The seller (Ed Archer) is a fixture of the pre-war class at Monterey. More pics in ad https://www.prewarcar.com/521889-1913-hudson-6-54 An ultimate early speedcar. Low, sleek, sporty and fast. 1913 Hudson 6 54 speedster. First year of the Hudson Super Six. Plenty of power and plenty of good looks. Great road car. The car was probably first restored sometime in the early 1950s. I saw a picture of it on a horseless carriage tour back in 1953 or 4. Currently, it’s a “barn find”, been in good dry storage on jack stands for 40 or 50 years. Before the owner died a few years ago he used to routinely start it up and let it run awhile. With Hudson’s introduction of their six cylinder engine in 1913, they proclaimed that they were “The largest producers of six cylinder automobiles in the world” The transmission type is a 3 speed selective gear. Even though there’s still a hand crank handle in front, original equipment includes a Delco electrical system complete with self starter. The wheelbase is 127 inches. The colors of this car are dark burgundy and black, with black leather upholstery, and varnished natural wood spoke wheels. It is equipped with a monocle windshield, running board spot light, Firestone Non Skid tires and a great exhaust whistle. It could be cleaned up and driven as is with the great patina, or is worthy of re-restoration. Price is negotiable as it has to be sold. 6 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xander Wildeisen Posted December 22, 2023 Share Posted December 22, 2023 I would be driving that right now. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MccJoseph Posted December 22, 2023 Share Posted December 22, 2023 WOW, That looks like a blast. The proportions are really handsome, love the length of the hood! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xander Wildeisen Posted December 22, 2023 Share Posted December 22, 2023 It looks like it is parked illegally, and someone has booted the wheels.😂 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leif in Calif Posted December 22, 2023 Author Share Posted December 22, 2023 Hudson was the only major manufacturer that fielded a racing team in the board track era. They were fast cars! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xander Wildeisen Posted December 22, 2023 Share Posted December 22, 2023 Crazy days racing stuff like this. Did not have to worry about being in an accident. You would be thrown far far away from it, at a high rate of speed.😳 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StillOutThere Posted December 22, 2023 Share Posted December 22, 2023 I rode in a 6-54 touring car at a national Hudson meet several decades ago. I have deeply impressed within me the sound and feel of that large motor turning low rpm. Walked away thinking "GROUND POUNDER". Unforgettable. No idea on market value but super desirable EXPERIENCE for sure to a next owner. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TerryB Posted December 22, 2023 Share Posted December 22, 2023 2 hours ago, Xander Wildeisen said: Crazy days racing stuff like this. Did not have to worry about being in an accident. You would be thrown far far away from it, at a high rate of speed.😳 It’s not the travel through the air that’s a problem, it’s the landing afterwards that matters! That running board spotlight looks like it should be on a fire truck. 3 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Harper Posted December 22, 2023 Share Posted December 22, 2023 Magnificent! I would carefully recommission and certainly forgo a restoration. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xander Wildeisen Posted December 22, 2023 Share Posted December 22, 2023 9 minutes ago, TerryB said: It’s not the travel through the air that’s a problem, it’s the landing afterwards that matters! That running board spotlight looks like it should be on a fire truck. That’s what that thin leather helmet is for, and your glass goggles have got to help. At least while you are flying through the air.😲 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Tom Posted December 23, 2023 Share Posted December 23, 2023 I could set and look at that car all day long !!!! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
auburnseeker Posted December 23, 2023 Share Posted December 23, 2023 I like it colors and all. Just checked my wallet and looks like I'm about 47G short. Says Must be sold. Do I low ball him? Just kidding. I would definitely have to sell something to free up a spot and cash. What would realistic normal cruising speed of this thing be? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leif in Calif Posted December 23, 2023 Author Share Posted December 23, 2023 12 hours ago, auburnseeker said: What would realistic normal cruising speed of this thing be? I think the limiting factor would probably be the driver's tolerance for risk. What would be a reasonable cruising speed on a motorcycle of similar vintage with no helmet? Similar number for this car. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
auburnseeker Posted December 23, 2023 Share Posted December 23, 2023 45-55 would probably feel like you are flying. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xander Wildeisen Posted December 23, 2023 Share Posted December 23, 2023 Guessing this is a custom built car? Looks very different from the 1912 speedster Hudson produced. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulrhd29nz Posted December 23, 2023 Share Posted December 23, 2023 6 minutes ago, Xander Wildeisen said: Guessing this is a custom built car? Looks very different from the 1912 speedster Hudson produced. Yes it is. It would have started live out as 54 roadster. It’s very very cool. I’d sell some of my Hudson’s to have that. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted December 23, 2023 Share Posted December 23, 2023 Ed Archer is a good guy and straight shooter! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xander Wildeisen Posted December 23, 2023 Share Posted December 23, 2023 I like it, numbers thrown around here for vintage engine rebuilds. Scares me into smallblockville. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TAKerry Posted December 23, 2023 Share Posted December 23, 2023 3 hours ago, Leif in Calif said: I think the limiting factor would probably be the driver's tolerance for risk. What would be a reasonable cruising speed on a motorcycle of similar vintage with no helmet? Similar number for this car. My brother has a 1913 motorcycle. Basically a bicycle with a 500 cc motor. We have had it to about 30mph plus. Kinda scary. Anytime its out one of the first questions is how fast will it go? The bigger question is how fast will it stop? (not very!) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trimacar Posted December 23, 2023 Share Posted December 23, 2023 (edited) On 12/22/2023 at 12:40 PM, Xander Wildeisen said: It looks like it is parked illegally, and someone has booted the wheels.😂 I’m sure you know those are “tire saver” jacks, to keep tires from getting flat spots! Back then tires were very expensive…..oh wait, they are now too! Edited December 24, 2023 by trimacar (see edit history) 6 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xander Wildeisen Posted December 23, 2023 Share Posted December 23, 2023 My guess is the general public was the testing grounds for a lot of stuff in the early days of racing. Racing would have pushed manufacturers to improve their products. Tires, wheels, brake components and springs all would have shown their limits under stress. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fossil Posted December 23, 2023 Share Posted December 23, 2023 17 hours ago, auburnseeker said: What would realistic normal cruising speed of this thing be? First thing to do is check how tight the wheels are. How good where the brakes on this car? Is your beneficiary list up to date? How long of a straightaway do you have? I don't know if the asking price is reasonable or not but there are a lot of people out there that would consider it pocket change. It would be a hoot to own though. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marty Roth Posted December 24, 2023 Share Posted December 24, 2023 On 12/22/2023 at 11:15 AM, Leif in Calif said: $48,000 seems steep to me, but it sure looks like fun. The seller (Ed Archer) is a fixture of the pre-war class at Monterey. More pics in ad https://www.prewarcar.com/521889-1913-hudson-6-54 An ultimate early speedcar. Low, sleek, sporty and fast. 1913 Hudson 6 54 speedster. First year of the Hudson Super Six. Plenty of power and plenty of good looks. Great road car. The car was probably first restored sometime in the early 1950s. I saw a picture of it on a horseless carriage tour back in 1953 or 4. Currently, it’s a “barn find”, been in good dry storage on jack stands for 40 or 50 years. Before the owner died a few years ago he used to routinely start it up and let it run awhile. With Hudson’s introduction of their six cylinder engine in 1913, they proclaimed that they were “The largest producers of six cylinder automobiles in the world” The transmission type is a 3 speed selective gear. Even though there’s still a hand crank handle in front, original equipment includes a Delco electrical system complete with self starter. The wheelbase is 127 inches. The colors of this car are dark burgundy and black, with black leather upholstery, and varnished natural wood spoke wheels. It is equipped with a monocle windshield, running board spot light, Firestone Non Skid tires and a great exhaust whistle. It could be cleaned up and driven as is with the great patina, or is worthy of re-restoration. Price is negotiable as it has to be sold. @Leif in Calif To the best of my knowledge, this is NOT Hudson's Super Six which would have been introduced as a "2nd Series" in 1916, with the same 288 ci displacement as my 1915 Six-40, but with 76hp instead of the '15's 40hp. The Model 54 was a huge L-head 441 ci with a claimed "Rated" hp of 40.9 The Super Six would remain in production for many years - not so for the 6-54 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R Holden Posted December 25, 2023 Share Posted December 25, 2023 Hi Ed If the Hudson is stall available can you please contact me, thanks Russell Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikewest Posted December 25, 2023 Share Posted December 25, 2023 3 hours ago, R Holden said: Hi Ed If the Hudson is stall available can you please contact me, thanks Russell Russ Its marked sold already on the Prewar Car site . Its a very good looking ride isnt it? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed aka #4 Posted December 26, 2023 Share Posted December 26, 2023 You are all pretty correct. Great looking car, exciting to drive and I incorrectly called it a Super Six engine........and unfortunately for those of you saving your pennies to purchase....it's SOLD! Ed 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motoringicons Posted December 26, 2023 Share Posted December 26, 2023 Hello Ed! A very fun car with early HCCA history. I knew it would sell instantly!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
34LaSalleClubSedan Posted December 27, 2023 Share Posted December 27, 2023 5 hours ago, Ed aka #4 said: You are all pretty correct. Great looking car, exciting to drive and I incorrectly called it a Super Six engine........and unfortunately for those of you saving your pennies to purchase....it's SOLD! Ed Hope it stayed in the USA 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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