Yeah buddy congratulations you’re the first one to get it Be sure to tune in tomorrow to catch 1948 Nash Ambassador custom at around 430 eastern standard time
I always enjoy seeing those old truck bed chains! Reminds me of the 60s/70s company trucks for construction my dad and eventually brothers got to drive back in the day!
Worked in an old hudson dealership building from 1993 to 2010. It was built in 46 and operated as a hudson dealership till they went out of buisness. The building still has the original showroom, salesmans offices and looks very much the same as it did back when new hudsons were sold and serviced there. It still exists in Roanoke, Va. Probably the very last one of its kind that is still pretty much the same as it was nearly 80 years ago
I'm vintage human, but only date back to the late 50's. My engine is still fairly good yet. I consider myself a classic. I ignore my body dents, or I'd start grumbling and groaning, then notice the rare creaks in a knee or hip. That's not what I came here to tell you and maybe others though. I wanted you to see that I and my comments have honest weight, that it's not a wasted time or effort. This is one of the most fascinating car videos I've seen so far. Not one wasted word, not any rambling or distraction. I get annoyed by those. I don't enjoy unknown music I need to also be considering along with words spoken. You put careful thought into videos. I appreciate that. I don't have to feel sorry for you, constantly wanting to share some honest advice. I didn't say that though; most creators try their best I would wager. Every vehicle I've owned has been a '67. An Oldsmobile with a 425 CI Super Rocket(just look anywhere near the gas pedal and she'd be across the street before you remembered you had feet), then an Opel Cadet 4-banger that couldn't make it up and over Galveston Island causeway, so it was "an island car", and an Impala 2-door which I was gifted as a bonus after re-finishing a hotel basement in Santa Maria, CA.. So thank you for making me suffer through such a descriptive, thoughtfully-made, tranquil and pleasing car video. I came here because my Grandfather owned a Hudson. He had to tear a section of our garage's rear end and build a brick extension so it would fit. Maine says "Hello". It said to say it'll...."Have a 😃good day"...., if you have one too. Bee Fun Knee!
Thank you so much I’m glad that you enjoyed this episode I really enjoyed reading this whole comment, it really means a lot when somebody can definitely see the amount of work and time put into something. =)
@@What.its.like. That last "Thank you for making me suffer through" part was me trying to " I bee fun knee", by the way. You probably knew anyways. Some brains are like that, they 'get' things easier! Thanks again for the exact way that you made your video. Long videos lose my attention if they're not honestly created for the public. Yours was.
The end goal is to keep the stuff on the road. Don’t get me wrong it’s awesome seeing these cars and or trucks in museums but you’ll never experience them for what they are behind glass. I feel like the 30s and prior are getting lost to time because those people that owned those cars were the type of people that get your grubby hands off my car. They never shared them and now they are getting lost to time because they were never shared. I’m hoping to own a 37 Packard four-door sedan or a Chrysler airflow of the same year. If I ever get either one I’m going to wrap the seats in plastic and take it to as many shows that I possibly can and share it with as many people as possible. Open up the doors let people sit in it and experience it for what it was. I have a 52 Chevy 1 ton at the moment and share it with anyone who wants to get inside, especially the kids (if the parents allow because it’s all about planting seeds, without seeds planted this stuff will be forgotten.
@@What.its.like. Oh, man...I love you! We need more who think honestly like you do. We need less hoarders. Even money itself was never designed to be stored or hoarded. It needs as much circulation as blood does. Put more in my pocket and I'll have more to put in yours then, you likewise regarding myself. Sharing. Youths have it better because they share more socially than in prior eras. I grew up sharing more that they do today. I recall a time people shared their work with me so I could earn extra money. Just try to offer to clean someone's garage or house windows and see what could happen. I grew up hearing the different church bells inviting people to come and get to know each other. sadly, people had more gripe, grumble and "soap opera" in them than "neighbor". Nowadays, one's either 'easily familiar' because of RUclips, Instagram or Facebook, or they are a familiar target that should have considered 'privacy' Privacy can be very overrated though. Honest privacy is one thing, treating me like a Manson follower because I simply spoke or put myself out there is another. I got off my soft spot and went outdoors. I enjoy the benefits my spirit receives after i do something good I didn't have to. I removed around 3 pounds of plastic items from our "Back Cove". many stopped and said thanks for doing that before they continue jogging. One older woman stopped and we spoke pleasantly. I returned home afterwards and created a video and uploaded it. Some lives are like mine is. If I can get just one human to stop throwing their scarps on the ground, it was worth it. it was worth it anyways. Earth Day is approaching. We could use one decent "Earth Year". A solid year might get people's attention. I've seen a car eating in the parking lot of Burger King open their doors all up, set all their trash from BK on the ground and then drive off. Seagulls come and spread it all around as they fight over it. It's all just paper with smell on it! Then the wind blows it over into the back cove. There should be a bounty on crummy people like that. And they should pay it, not innocent society. We'd all be up to our necks, maybe over our heads with garbage if they didn't haul and dispose of it. I'll end my personal rant now. I don't get outside much, winter and all, too. That made me tired going out there like that. I had to wear wading boots and bring my video camera/tripod setup. I'm too skinny for this. I'm finding needles out there, too, and dog #2. Society needs to feel shame more... or even some. Rest well. I really do enjoy your comments.
Very nice job on the video again. I can't get over how much artistic adventure went into these trucks. So pleasing to the eye and you know just how much care and attention (and affection) went into the designs. Designers made the decisions while the bean counters were out to lunch. Thank goodness!
I don’t know what I like better I always said that the 50s was my favorite era but I really like the 30s and 40s now fins or fenders lol But man this truck the color the package the everything is absolutely stunning about it and it sucks that Hudson stop making trucks not long after this
@@What.its.like. all Of your Videos are Good. I do own Some Classics Thunderbirds from the 50’s, 60’s & 80’s & your Videos Definitely Are Thorough and Very Informative & GOOD.
Thank you it means a lot, I really try a provide information That anybody would want to know especially when they’re buying a car like this so many of these cars are not covered and there are so many nice cars out there outside of the common brands
My grandpa owned a 1917 Hudson 7 seater open top. Drove with his family from ND to MO every summer in the 1920's. On country roads it took 3 days and two nights of camping with attachment.
It’s definitely worth checking out I believe it’s by appointment only so be sure to contact Bernie and set up a time the next time that you’d like to go see it it’s definitely worth a venture out there, be sure to tell him where you learned of the museum from
In high school (mid 1970's) our auto shop class had a 6 cylinder Hudson engine on a stand for teaching. One assignment in gr10 was to remove a piston and con rod and identify the parts to the teacher and then re-install it. Oil pan was off and head bolts were loose. It was also used to teach gasket cutting. I still use that skill now (I'm 64). I don't think that engine would ever have been able to run again though.
Great video. I had a 47 Hudson pickup. My dad had a 46 and a 47 over the years. I learned to drive on the 46. We were both members of the Hudson Essex Terraplane club.
Wow that’s awesome Super six or super eight what did you like the most about it what did you like the least about it I wouldn’t mind owning this truck in the future they are super cool they’re just so expensive right now
@@What.its.like. All three were sixes. I loved the styling and all the comments from people. They were very solid trucks with great engines. I love to hear the doors close on any Hudson. It's like shutting a bank vault. Very little room between my big belly and the steering wheel but that can be said for about all older trucks.
That’s a truck people would stop for if they were traveling in the other lane passing by you. They would turn around to get another look at this truck. There is only one truck in my opinion that looks better than this truck. And that is the 1937 Studebaker Coupe express =)
Yeah they did it sucks they’re no longer around anymore they bit the dust before my dad was born, I should word it different they merged with AMC before my dad was born
Great choice of a vehicle. The front end, grill, is really a work of art from a long ago era that really stands the test of time. Amazing. And rare. I wish I could buy it, this one is very special.
Beautiful! Nobody can accuse them of not trying to produce an impressive looking truck! I can't recall seeing any of these before your video. Very well done! A friend who was about 3 years older than I had a Hudson bathtub car, I believe it was a Hornet. He may have had two of them, in succession. This was in the mid-60's.
Great story, thank you so much for sharing those memories I’ve only seen a handful of these trucks in my lifetime this might’ve been the third one that I’ve ever seen ever the other two were at Hershey in October if you’ve never gone to Hershey in your in that area it is definitely worth it it is the best car show this side of the Mississippi and it’s not even really a car show they bring all the cars to sell you’ll see stuff there that you’ve never seen before like Jordan, franklins, Auburn Auburn made some really nice cars that you just don’t see There is a Hudson bathtub car coming I’m not entirely sure what. I love the bathtub style lead sled period =)
Alan - my thoughts exactly, this is an elegant pick up for sure. "What it's like" - thank you for posting, these interesting and offbeat cars need exactly the kind of thorough research you've provided here. Thanks.
@@bossdog1480 My mother was a technical publications editor for the Army. I think I would rather see someone joining a conversation with poor spelling and grammar than them not joining in because of technical criticism of their language abilities. My mother would agree. As an Ancient Greek language user I can assure you that proper English grammar is simply a luxury not a requirement.
The Studie & the Alfa... I agree that the Hudson Big boy is one of the best lookin' trucks ever though the Studebaker and Diamond T offerings are as nice, in my opinion, if not better. Thanks for the great and informative content . Incidentally, the manufacturer advertising artwork is always a treat...
Thank you so much I really love the advertisements I will do everything in my power to show as many advertisements as possible because that’s one of my favorite things about Classic Cars. I also love the amount of information that you could get just from the advertisement it’s almost looking at The summary of a book and that’s exactly how you’d like to sell a product... =) I try to do these episodes as if you’re going out to buy the car tomorrow because there are people that would drive these cars every day I would, or every other day welcome to the community lots of cool episodes like that one
Very nice truck! What I like about it most is that the wheel wells sit outside of the bed, making for a full use of the bed space. Well done on the part of the design department.
Glad you dig this video I love these trucks super under rated for what they are.. to me this is the second best looking truck ever made it’s right up there with the 1937 Studebaker Coupe Express which of my opinion is the best looking truck ever made.
I would pick the Studebaker truck, and the Bugatti, and the song was "Eminence Front" by the Who. even though it had less fancy extras. the forty Ford pickup is and always will be the best looking pickup ever made.
I'm glad you featured the Big Boy. It's a underappreciated vehicle and a very beautiful and useful one. The 1946 is my favorite grill style for theses trucks. Thanks for sharing the lesser known vehicles!
Yeah for sure I’ve always liked the under appreciated brands, wanted to make this channel something that isn’t found on any other channel bring something to the table that hasn’t been brought before =), glad you dig
Wait, that's a museum!!!?? I always go past there when I'm bypassing the construction and accidents on 78 heading back to the Lehigh Valley and just thought it was a Hudson fanatic. Definitely on my to do list when I get home!
It’s definitely worth checking out go to their website before planning on making a trip there because he’s not always around, The museum is by appointment only. =) lots of cool stuff that you never see
Thank you for highlighting the Hudson pickup. I am compelled to agree that the pickup is one of the most beautiful ever made. I would opt for the '46 and the auto union.
Awesome choices My plan is to cover them all I would love to cover a super eight Hudson truck as well as all of the terreplane models, this channel is here for the long haul =) And go deep in detail with cars that other channels just simply don’t care about.
Thanks for watching =) glad you dig this video this truck takes 2nd place for most gorgeous truck ever made right behind studebaker coupe express.. 1937
We want to cover them all on this channel in full detail. I was bummed I didn’t get to do the club box test on this one left at the super eight for that one day =)
No clue on that song! Hudson definitely had it going on! No opinions on the WYR, but Dude, I have become totally addicted to your channel! Kuddos as always, Jay!
Yeah, I definitely wanna go more places and explore new ventures I absolutely love this guys set up I loved all of the memorabilia on the walls eventually I would love to have a brick garage of my own =) and set it up to make it look like an old machine shop I think that would be awesome
Nice video to wake up toooo.......Excellent presentation.......I'm going to head up that way, this week.....got to check out that museum.....Thanks....can't wait to see all of your videos.....this is what makes you tube, the best thing in visual entertainment.....
I believe it’s by appointment only his name is Bernie he’s a really cool guy, very knowledgeable and tell him that you learned of the museum because of this channel =) Thank you so much for all the kind words I really appreciate it there’s lots of cool cool content this channel I think we’re up to almost 250 videos just like this one
This ranks second for me in all time best looking truck design the only one that beats it it’s a Studebaker coupe Xpress and that’s technically not really a truck sort of like this.. if I owned either of these I would drive it on the regular
@@What.its.like. The Studebaker does look good BUT the most practical and-in side view-good looking single row cabin, prior to the modern xtracab style vehicles, would have to be the Australian created ‘coupe utility’ cabin. A true ‘coupe utility’ has a sloping back window which makes the cabin look less cramped and allows more room for the seats to move back. The Ford Falcon XA, XB and XC series ‘utes’ were the last coupe utilities built in Australia. General Motors Holden (GMH) abandoned the coupe utility style with the brand new HQ range which came out more or less at the same time. The HQ through WB utes all had vertical back windows.
Great video, great Hudson pick em up truck. In 1966, I was a dumb 16 year old teenager working at a gas service station, we had 3 tow trucks and a service truck, The service truck was a 1947 Hudson light green pick up truck, it was a fantastic truck, I loved going on calls for a push or a jump or a out of gas service. We even had Motorola radios in all the service vehicles. I remember thinking then what a great truck it was, a little funny car looking but it actually put the modern trucks of the time to shame. I'm just glad I got to drive such a fantastic truck. Thanks for the video.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience what a great memory did the one you got to drive have a 6 or an eight what did you like the most what did you like the least =)
@@What.its.like. It had the flathead 8 and it was a power house on torque. It drove like a car but was a real truck. Back then every one could care less about the older vehicles, they all wanted the newest thing, My boss was a true car guy and I was a true car kid so it was a treat to drive it.
One of the most gorgeous trucks of all time this one is =) I can’t wait to find a 37 terraplaine I would love to compare them I have never seen a 39 version
I came across one of these in the early nineties when I was in my early twenties. It was an absolutely beautiful and inspiring truck even in a somewhat shabby shape. As a very broke student I could only dream of owning such a classic truck.
That’s awesome thank you so much for sharing that awesome story it really took me back when I was a kid in college and how broke I was some of the stuff that I saw I was like man I wish I could bought that
@@What.its.like. I now have a sixty four Valiant Signet 200 two door hardtop that has been a blast to drive for the past twenty years. I need to restore it again but that’s the cost of driving a classic.
Wow! Such attention to detail! I've never seen fender skirts on a pickup before. I wish Hudson, and later American Motors had continued the Hudson pickup. Based on production figures, however, it probably wasn't economically feasible. Great video!
Glad you dig this video, they made one prototype in 48 and it worked really cool almost like an Australian Ute. Hudson made some of the greatest looking vehicles it sucks that they no longer exist
I totally agree they should bring back the styling problem is this was styled in clay back in the day they do everything on computers now and honestly I don’t know if you could make the lines that are represented in this truck on a computer it would be really hard. For me this is the second most gorgeous truck in the world after the Studebaker coupe express from 1937 which in my opinion is the most gorgeous truck of all time =)
Those are all beautiful pickups. I especially like that blue. I remember seeing the Hudson trucks on occasion as a young kid growing up in Missouri in the '50s. I also remember a Plymouth pickup truck around 1962. Back then most country /county roads were gravel or dirt roads, and these trucks used on farms always looked well worn and beaten ,but dont ever recall any of them blowing smoke.
Great story took me there =) I would have loved to live back then, to see different cars and trucks. Everything now looks like blobs cheap plastic piles.
Fantastic - I'd definitely take the 1946 Hudson pick-up, esp in that beautiful blue. We would call it a UTE in Australia ( where Ford invented the ute in 1934).
Glad you dig this episode I might do an episode on the Ute we don’t really have Utes here but you do see them from time to time which is really cool =)
These trucks are totally awesome if I ever get the opportunity to buy one at a reasonable price you can bet your butt I’m going to do it.. problem is most people that have them know how special they are and everybody else doesn’t even know they exist
Given the Post WWII operating environment. it's no wonder these vehicles were equipped with Fog Lights and a Spot Light. While on a camping trip the attempted theft of our 51 Hornets fog lights was thwarted by the discharge of a 1911A1 into the trees. Rear fender skirt thefts were common. Insertion of single edge razor blades adjacent to the latching mechanism worked as a deterrent. Thanks. Narragansett Bay.
Move forward 75 years. Instead of the fog lights, it's the original Ram cast-metal hood ornament on my 1986 Dodge Ramcharger. Instead of a 1911A1 it's a Springfield XDM. Timeless is the ability of .45ACP to clearly convey a message..
Great choices the alpha in reality it sounds so amazing. That’s a bucket list thing for me is to go to pur sang and the interview/ Maybe do a couple of their cars even though they’re not real authentic Bugatti or Alpha it’s as close as I’m never going to get
I saw one of these in a junkyard, back in the 70's. If memory is correct, the one I saw had a straight eight engine, and seems right with the hood so long.
I’ve been told conflicting information some say the eight cylinder never existed and other people say that the cylinders were put in to these pick up trucks so until I see one in person I don’t know lol
Many of the early light trucks were cabs made from one of their passenger cars mounted on heavy duty chassis. Kind of like the coach built custom bodies where maybe the only thing made by the car manufacturers were from the steering wheel forward. This gave them a car brand familiarity. Great video!
Totally agree I haven’t seen a Mac Junior yet or an REO Speedwagon pick up style truck I’ve seen bigger ones Review the diamond tea 306 the next size up from the 201 ruclips.net/video/IuyZXc23qCk/видео.html
A beautiful vehicle. I think the 42 was the sweet spot in its styling. I would consider it more like a utility vehicle like the Chevrolet El Camino than an all out truck. They don’t make them like they used to.
I sure like the ‘41 truck … and the color is stunning. Greetings from a Dallas, Texas transplant now living down in Querétaro, México, on a beautiful Sunday afternoon … looking out at our lush backyard. This was a great video! I always learn so much from these publications. :-)
@@What.its.like. Thanks so much! Before moving down here to Mexico, I sold my 1950 Chevrolet Styleline DeLuxe Bel Air Hardtop (now I wish I’d shipped it down here) and my 1955 Ford Fairlane Victoria … both with manual transmission … and both in great condition, cosmetically and mechanically. :-)
Those car pickups reminded me of a homemade camper I used to see at my grandfather's fish camp. Some guy took a sedan and cut off the rear behind the front doors then stretched the frame. Then he mounted what appeared to be a mini Airstream trailer behind the cab with a section over the top of it. The trailer was accessible from the cab. Looked like it was factory made until one got close to it.
@@What.its.like. This was back in 1959 thru 1965. The camper owner hung out next door when warm April thru October (NW Indiana) then went south for the winter. Think he was retired military that did handyman stuff and drank too much. I was in elementary school then. Didn't see him after 1965. Think his car was a 1948 Pontiac Silver Streak that had a Straight 8 and 3 speed column shift. Was a medium grey one year then silver the next year. Think he brushed on a high temp aluminum paint.
These are the most beautiful trucks to ever be built. Hudson only built this truck in this style in 46 and 47. I have the Hudson 1949 commodore 8. I want one of these trucks. But, they are impossible to find. Mr. Hudson was opposed to building a truck, he said if we build a truck, it better be nice enough to drive to church. You could buy 2 ford's, or 2 chevys, or 2 Dodges for the price of 1 Hudson truck. It was post WW2, and people didn't have the money to spend on a truck. They were discontinued in 1948.
The Who Eminence front great song
Yeah buddy congratulations you’re the first one to get it
Be sure to tune in tomorrow to catch 1948 Nash Ambassador custom at around 430 eastern standard time
Will do thanks
Nah, it’s a put on.
@@seed_drill7135 Yeah, "It's a put on." :-)
That was post-Moon, right?
Perhaps this great, beautiful pickups name was inspired by the great steam locomotive.
Eldorado fins, whitewalls and skirts,
Rides just like a little bit of heaven here on earth. I luv fender skirts.
The fender skirts are cool 😎
Back in the day when car design was some kind of artwork.
Wow, maybe the best looking truck ever
💯 agree
Watched from Jamaica. My dad is a retiored auto mechanic who started is career in the late 1950's.
Sweet =)
I always enjoy seeing those old truck bed chains! Reminds me of the 60s/70s company trucks for construction my dad and eventually brothers got to drive back in the day!
=)
Worked in an old hudson dealership building from 1993 to 2010. It was built in 46 and operated as a hudson dealership till they went out of buisness. The building still has the original showroom, salesmans offices and looks very much the same as it did back when new hudsons were sold and serviced there. It still exists in Roanoke, Va. Probably the very last one of its kind that is still pretty much the same as it was nearly 80 years ago
That would’ve been so cool thank you so much for sharing that awesome memory of working at the old Hudson dealership =)
I'm vintage human, but only date back to the late 50's. My engine is still fairly good yet. I consider myself a classic. I ignore my body dents, or I'd start grumbling and groaning, then notice the rare creaks in a knee or hip. That's not what I came here to tell you and maybe others though. I wanted you to see that I and my comments have honest weight, that it's not a wasted time or effort.
This is one of the most fascinating car videos I've seen so far. Not one wasted word, not any rambling or distraction. I get annoyed by those. I don't enjoy unknown music I need to also be considering along with words spoken. You put careful thought into videos. I appreciate that. I don't have to feel sorry for you, constantly wanting to share some honest advice. I didn't say that though; most creators try their best I would wager.
Every vehicle I've owned has been a '67. An Oldsmobile with a 425 CI Super Rocket(just look anywhere near the gas pedal and she'd be across the street before you remembered you had feet), then an Opel Cadet 4-banger that couldn't make it up and over Galveston Island causeway, so it was "an island car", and an Impala 2-door which I was gifted as a bonus after re-finishing a hotel basement in Santa Maria, CA..
So thank you for making me suffer through such a descriptive, thoughtfully-made, tranquil and pleasing car video. I came here because my Grandfather owned a Hudson. He had to tear a section of our garage's rear end and build a brick extension so it would fit. Maine says "Hello". It said to say it'll...."Have a 😃good day"...., if you have one too. Bee Fun Knee!
Thank you so much I’m glad that you enjoyed this episode I really enjoyed reading this whole comment, it really means a lot when somebody can definitely see the amount of work and time put into something. =)
@@What.its.like. That last "Thank you for making me suffer through" part was me trying to " I bee fun knee", by the way. You probably knew anyways. Some brains are like that, they 'get' things easier! Thanks again for the exact way that you made your video. Long videos lose my attention if they're not honestly created for the public. Yours was.
The end goal is to keep the stuff on the road. Don’t get me wrong it’s awesome seeing these cars and or trucks in museums but you’ll never experience them for what they are behind glass.
I feel like the 30s and prior are getting lost to time because those people that owned those cars were the type of people that get your grubby hands off my car. They never shared them and now they are getting lost to time because they were never shared.
I’m hoping to own a 37 Packard four-door sedan or a Chrysler airflow of the same year. If I ever get either one I’m going to wrap the seats in plastic and take it to as many shows that I possibly can and share it with as many people as possible. Open up the doors let people sit in it and experience it for what it was. I have a 52 Chevy 1 ton at the moment and share it with anyone who wants to get inside, especially the kids (if the parents allow because it’s all about planting seeds, without seeds planted this stuff will be forgotten.
@@What.its.like. Oh, man...I love you! We need more who think honestly like you do. We need less hoarders. Even money itself was never designed to be stored or hoarded. It needs as much circulation as blood does. Put more in my pocket and I'll have more to put in yours then, you likewise regarding myself.
Sharing. Youths have it better because they share more socially than in prior eras. I grew up sharing more that they do today. I recall a time people shared their work with me so I could earn extra money. Just try to offer to clean someone's garage or house windows and see what could happen. I grew up hearing the different church bells inviting people to come and get to know each other. sadly, people had more gripe, grumble and "soap opera" in them than "neighbor".
Nowadays, one's either 'easily familiar' because of RUclips, Instagram or Facebook, or they are a familiar target that should have considered 'privacy' Privacy can be very overrated though. Honest privacy is one thing, treating me like a Manson follower because I simply spoke or put myself out there is another. I got off my soft spot and went outdoors. I enjoy the benefits my spirit receives after i do something good I didn't have to. I removed around 3 pounds of plastic items from our "Back Cove". many stopped and said thanks for doing that before they continue jogging. One older woman stopped and we spoke pleasantly. I returned home afterwards and created a video and uploaded it. Some lives are like mine is. If I can get just one human to stop throwing their scarps on the ground, it was worth it. it was worth it anyways. Earth Day is approaching. We could use one decent "Earth Year". A solid year might get people's attention. I've seen a car eating in the parking lot of Burger King open their doors all up, set all their trash from BK on the ground and then drive off. Seagulls come and spread it all around as they fight over it. It's all just paper with smell on it! Then the wind blows it over into the back cove. There should be a bounty on crummy people like that. And they should pay it, not innocent society.
We'd all be up to our necks, maybe over our heads with garbage if they didn't haul and dispose of it. I'll end my personal rant now. I don't get outside much, winter and all, too. That made me tired going out there like that. I had to wear wading boots and bring my video camera/tripod setup. I'm too skinny for this. I'm finding needles out there, too, and dog #2. Society needs to feel shame more... or even some. Rest well. I really do enjoy your comments.
I think that Hudson got it into their mind, that if Cadillac wasn't going to do their Cadillac Magic on pick-em-up trucks, Hudson would.
The Ford Maverick has a surprisingly similar payload to this, because it is well above 1000lbs.
Very nice job on the video again. I can't get over how much artistic adventure went into these trucks. So pleasing to the eye and you know just how much care and attention (and affection) went into the designs. Designers made the decisions while the bean counters were out to lunch. Thank goodness!
I don’t know what I like better I always said that the 50s was my favorite era but I really like the 30s and 40s now fins or fenders lol
But man this truck the color the package the everything is absolutely stunning about it and it sucks that Hudson stop making trucks not long after this
Not only the bean counters, but now we have the government basically designing and engineering vehicles..and computers styling them...😝
Great Job, That 1946 Hudson Truck is ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL.
Awesome glad you dig this episode =) can’t wait to do more Hudson trucks
@@What.its.like. all Of your Videos are Good. I do own Some Classics Thunderbirds from the 50’s, 60’s & 80’s & your Videos Definitely Are Thorough and Very Informative & GOOD.
Thank you it means a lot, I really try a provide information That anybody would want to know especially when they’re buying a car like this so many of these cars are not covered and there are so many nice cars out there outside of the common brands
My grandpa owned a 1917 Hudson 7 seater open top. Drove with his family from ND to MO every summer in the 1920's. On country roads it took 3 days and two nights of camping with attachment.
That’s awesome Hudson was a great car company they made some really cool cars especially in the 30s
Thanks!! I've spent the night in Kutztown twice - - wasn't aware of the museum.
It’s definitely worth checking out I believe it’s by appointment only so be sure to contact Bernie and set up a time the next time that you’d like to go see it it’s definitely worth a venture out there, be sure to tell him where you learned of the museum from
The '46 Super Eight...
In high school (mid 1970's) our auto shop class had a 6 cylinder Hudson engine on a stand for teaching. One assignment in gr10 was to remove a piston and con rod and identify the parts to the teacher and then re-install it. Oil pan was off and head bolts were loose. It was also used to teach gasket cutting. I still use that skill now (I'm 64). I don't think that engine would ever have been able to run again though.
Great memories and story we had an engines class like that I wish I would have taken when I was in school.
Absolutely gorgeous!
When I first saw the picture of this vehicle, the first thing I thought of was it was the inspiration for the Ford Ranchero the Chevrolet El Camino.
I didn't know there was such an animal as the Hudson Big Boy.
Great video. I had a 47 Hudson pickup. My dad had a 46 and a 47 over the years. I learned to drive on the 46. We were both members of the Hudson Essex Terraplane club.
Wow that’s awesome Super six or super eight what did you like the most about it what did you like the least about it
I wouldn’t mind owning this truck in the future they are super cool they’re just so expensive right now
@@What.its.like. All three were sixes. I loved the styling and all the comments from people. They were very solid trucks with great engines. I love to hear the doors close on any Hudson. It's like shutting a bank vault. Very little room between my big belly and the steering wheel but that can be said for about all older trucks.
These is not a truck. It's a work of art.
It’s both Best of all it’s a machine not an appliance =) this truck is absolutely stunning in person it was incredible especially that color
What a head turner!
That’s a truck people would stop for if they were traveling in the other lane passing by you. They would turn around to get another look at this truck. There is only one truck in my opinion that looks better than this truck. And that is the 1937 Studebaker Coupe
express =)
Boy what a beauty! Hudson really knew how to style.
Yeah they did it sucks they’re no longer around anymore they bit the dust before my dad was born, I should word it different they merged with AMC before my dad was born
Great choice of a vehicle. The front end, grill, is really a work of art from a long ago era that really stands the test of time. Amazing. And rare. I wish I could buy it, this one is very special.
I totally agree with everything you said I would love to own this truck one day =) I wonder how many are left
There are too many cars and trucks that are special - not even Jay Leno can have all of them.
Beautiful! Nobody can accuse them of not trying to produce an impressive looking truck! I can't recall seeing any of these before your video. Very well done! A friend who was about 3 years older than I had a Hudson bathtub car, I believe it was a Hornet. He may have had two of them, in succession. This was in the mid-60's.
Great story, thank you so much for sharing those memories
I’ve only seen a handful of these trucks in my lifetime this might’ve been the third one that I’ve ever seen ever the other two were at Hershey in October if you’ve never gone to Hershey in your in that area it is definitely worth it it is the best car show this side of the Mississippi and it’s not even really a car show they bring all the cars to sell you’ll see stuff there that you’ve never seen before like Jordan, franklins, Auburn Auburn made some really nice cars that you just don’t see
There is a Hudson bathtub car coming I’m not entirely sure what. I love the bathtub style lead sled period =)
Alan - my thoughts exactly, this is an elegant pick up for sure.
"What it's like" - thank you for posting, these interesting and offbeat cars need exactly the kind of thorough research you've provided here. Thanks.
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My mother was a technical publications editor for the Army.
I think I would rather see someone joining a conversation with poor spelling and grammar than them not joining in because of technical criticism of their language abilities.
My mother would agree.
As an Ancient Greek language user I can assure you that proper English grammar is simply a luxury not a requirement.
@@bossdog1480 why tf does it matter?
The Studie & the Alfa...
I agree that the Hudson Big boy is one of the best lookin' trucks ever though the Studebaker and Diamond T offerings are as nice, in my opinion, if not better.
Thanks for the great and informative content .
Incidentally, the manufacturer advertising artwork is always a treat...
Thank you so much I really love the advertisements I will do everything in my power to show as many advertisements as possible because that’s one of my favorite things about Classic Cars. I also love the amount of information that you could get just from the advertisement it’s almost looking at The summary of a book and that’s exactly how you’d like to sell a product... =)
I try to do these episodes as if you’re going out to buy the car tomorrow because there are people that would drive these cars every day I would, or every other day welcome to the community lots of cool episodes like that one
Great video.
Absolutely beautiful pickup truck! Love that blue.
Thank that blue was absolutely stellar in person and the was the stainless contrasted it was awesome 😎
Very nice truck! What I like about it most is that the wheel wells sit outside of the bed, making for a full use of the bed space. Well done on the part of the design department.
I agree, such a beautiful truck it’s a pity don’t see them that much
The Hudson Truck is indeed impressive!!! Thanks Jay for sharing this exciting video!!! 👍👍🙂
Thank you so much for watching I’m glad you dig this episode =)
Never heard of these,aand I thank you for discovering all that information for us.What a beauty.
Glad you dig this video I love these trucks super under rated for what they are.. to me this is the second best looking truck ever made it’s right up there with the 1937 Studebaker Coupe Express which of my opinion is the best looking truck ever made.
The Studie & The Alfa...
I would pick the Studebaker truck, and the Bugatti, and the song was "Eminence Front" by the Who.
even though it had less fancy extras. the forty Ford pickup is and always will be the best looking pickup ever made.
Awesome choices you got name that tune as well
I want the 1942 Pick up!!!
Those are so rare that was the only picture I could find of one
@@What.its.like. I have seen 2 of them in the same collection here in town!!!
Where are you from?
@@What.its.like. Rapid City, South Dakota, They're gone now Sarge passed and his family sold them!!!
46 Hudson preferably with V-8
I would take the ‘46 Big Boy with the Straight Eight! Also all the other options that the one on display has!
I left the straight eight specs out of the equation on this episode I want to hit this truck again with the super eight.
I'm glad you featured the Big Boy. It's a underappreciated vehicle and a very beautiful and useful one. The 1946 is my favorite grill style for theses trucks. Thanks for sharing the lesser known vehicles!
Yeah for sure I’ve always liked the under appreciated brands, wanted to make this channel something that isn’t found on any other channel bring something to the table that hasn’t been brought before =), glad you dig
Oh, I found heaven here with the Hudson museum I want 2 Hudson just love them
There are four more on the way they’ll be playing the next couple weeks I’m a huge Hudson fan =)
Wait, that's a museum!!!?? I always go past there when I'm bypassing the construction and accidents on 78 heading back to the Lehigh Valley and just thought it was a Hudson fanatic. Definitely on my to do list when I get home!
It’s definitely worth checking out go to their website before planning on making a trip there because he’s not always around, The museum is by appointment only. =) lots of cool stuff that you never see
Thank you for highlighting the Hudson pickup. I am compelled to agree that the pickup is one of the most beautiful ever made. I would opt for the '46 and the auto union.
Awesome choices
My plan is to cover them all I would love to cover a super eight Hudson truck as well as all of the terreplane models, this channel is here for the long haul =)
And go deep in detail with cars that other channels just simply don’t care about.
Love the 46 Hudson. I used to drive a 52 Hudson Hornet. Loved it.
That’s awesome what did you love the most about your 52 hornet what did you like the least about it
I love this truck! Absolutely a very good looking classy style truck. I like the 46 big boy the best.
Totally agree =)
You never see these trucks, very cool. The '42 is my favorite, nice grill and bumper - beautiful lines, dash ect... Thanks for sharing!
It’s one of my favorite trucks of all time =)
Most 'car guys' never heard of those. Thanks for the vid!!!
The town I grew up in, an old guy had one for as long as I can remember. So lusty!!!
Thanks for watching =) glad you dig this video this truck takes 2nd place for most gorgeous truck ever made right behind studebaker coupe express.. 1937
Holy cow that's beautiful pickup. I think I would have to choose this one out of the group at the end. And the auto union car, too.
Awesome =)
The truck was absolutely stunning in person
Interesting, lots of detail. I never knew Hudson made a pick up truck. Nice.
We want to cover them all on this channel in full detail. I was bummed I didn’t get to do the club box test on this one left at the super eight for that one day =)
Wow, that was a beautiful luxury truck. Fantastic Design.
That truck was so stellar in person =)
No clue on that song! Hudson definitely had it going on! No opinions on the WYR, but Dude, I have become totally addicted to your channel! Kuddos as always, Jay!
Thank you so much for the positive vibes =) glad you dig the channel!!
Awesome Jay,Finding New places too!
Yeah, I definitely wanna go more places and explore new ventures I absolutely love this guys set up I loved all of the memorabilia on the walls eventually I would love to have a brick garage of my own =) and set it up to make it look like an old machine shop I think that would be awesome
One of the best looking truck is right . What a f-- treat ! Wow !
I was going to say top three best looking trucks for me.. it’s right up there
Thanks for the great video😊
Thank you so much for watching happy you dig this video
Great video, great truck & I'm partial to the "42", best of the earlier & the latter.
Thank you glad you dig this video I hope that I can find 42 one day to review for the channel I definitely wanna do a super eight
Very good. Among the rare Pu trucks U gotta include the Pre WW2 Willys that was also designed similar with car styling.
Nice video to wake up toooo.......Excellent presentation.......I'm going to head up that way, this week.....got to check out that museum.....Thanks....can't wait to see all of your videos.....this is what makes you tube, the best thing in visual entertainment.....
I believe it’s by appointment only his name is Bernie he’s a really cool guy, very knowledgeable and tell him that you learned of the museum because of this channel =)
Thank you so much for all the kind words I really appreciate it there’s lots of cool cool content this channel I think we’re up to almost 250 videos just like this one
That’s downright art!
💯 agree =)
Beautiful truck. Thank you.
This ranks second for me in all time best looking truck design the only one that beats it it’s a Studebaker coupe Xpress and that’s technically not really a truck sort of like this.. if I owned either of these I would drive it on the regular
@@What.its.like. The Studebaker does look good BUT the most practical and-in side view-good looking single row cabin, prior to the modern xtracab style vehicles, would have to be the Australian created ‘coupe utility’ cabin. A true ‘coupe utility’ has a sloping back window which makes the cabin look less cramped and allows more room for the seats to move back. The Ford Falcon XA, XB and XC series ‘utes’ were the last coupe utilities built in Australia. General Motors Holden (GMH) abandoned the coupe utility style with the brand new HQ range which came out more or less at the same time. The HQ through WB utes all had vertical back windows.
Great video, great Hudson pick em up truck. In 1966, I was a dumb 16 year old teenager working at a gas service station, we had 3 tow trucks and a service truck, The service truck was a 1947 Hudson light green pick up truck, it was a fantastic truck, I loved going on calls for a push or a jump or a out of gas service. We even had Motorola radios in all the service vehicles. I remember thinking then what a great truck it was, a little funny car looking but it actually put the modern trucks of the time to shame. I'm just glad I got to drive such a fantastic truck. Thanks for the video.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience what a great memory did the one you got to drive have a 6 or an eight what did you like the most what did you like the least =)
@@What.its.like. It had the flathead 8 and it was a power house on torque. It drove like a car but was a real truck. Back then every one could care less about the older vehicles, they all wanted the newest thing, My boss was a true car guy and I was a true car kid so it was a treat to drive it.
That sounds so awesome =) I wouldn’t mind owning one of these
@@What.its.like. Me too, sadly they are way out of my price range today, and they are very rare not that many sold.
They don’t build them like they used to really applies to this truck! Beautiful!!
It’s a shame they don’t build them like this anymore this truck is absolutely gorgeous one of the most dropdead gorgeous truck designs of all time
Beautiful truck
It was absolutely stunning in person =)
@@What.its.like. I bet I've heard of them but never seen one in person
I like the 46. Never knew Hudson made a truck.
One of the most gorgeous trucks of all time this one is =) I can’t wait to find a 37 terraplaine I would love to compare them
I have never seen a 39 version
All of them were nice, I liked the red one
Sweet =)
😮👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍Absolutely gorgeous vehicles
A nice video.There is/ was a guy in the Denver area, that took a chewed up box , shortened it and stuck it on a 46 chassis.
I came across one of these in the early nineties when I was in my early twenties. It was an absolutely beautiful and inspiring truck even in a somewhat shabby shape. As a very broke student I could only dream of owning such a classic truck.
That’s awesome thank you so much for sharing that awesome story it really took me back when I was a kid in college and how broke I was some of the stuff that I saw I was like man I wish I could bought that
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I now have a sixty four Valiant Signet 200 two door hardtop that has been a blast to drive for the past twenty years. I need to restore it again but that’s the cost of driving a classic.
I have a 52 chevy 1 ton that I use as my truck and feel like a celebrity everywhere I go =)
Wow! Such attention to detail! I've never seen fender skirts on a pickup before. I wish Hudson, and later American Motors had continued the Hudson pickup. Based on production figures, however, it probably wasn't economically feasible. Great video!
Glad you dig this video, they made one prototype in 48 and it worked really cool almost like an Australian Ute. Hudson made some of the greatest looking vehicles it sucks that they no longer exist
I think I fell in love with the 1946 Hudson P/U. I agree it was the most beautiful P/U!!!!!!!!
It’s hard not to it’s a beautiful truck that’s rarely seen
This a beautiful truck. These styling ques could be massaged for todays trucks.
Dodge could do this styling legally, as it bought AMC and AMC acquired Hudson when it merged into AMC.
I totally agree they should bring back the styling problem is this was styled in clay back in the day they do everything on computers now and honestly I don’t know if you could make the lines that are represented in this truck on a computer it would be really hard.
For me this is the second most gorgeous truck in the world after the Studebaker coupe express from 1937 which in my opinion is the most gorgeous truck of all time =)
Stunning example of a Big Boy, Jay. I'm glad you were able to feature it. And I'd take the Bugatti and the Big Boy.
Great choices glad you dig this episode =)
Those are all beautiful pickups. I especially like that blue. I remember seeing the Hudson trucks on occasion as a young kid growing up in Missouri in the '50s. I also remember a Plymouth pickup truck around 1962. Back then most country /county roads were gravel or dirt roads, and these trucks used on farms always looked well worn and beaten ,but dont ever recall any of them blowing smoke.
Great story took me there =) I would have loved to live back then, to see different cars and trucks. Everything now looks like blobs cheap plastic piles.
1946 Hudson Big Boy. Hudson sure did make a premium truck didn't they. Very nicely styled in and out. None of the above on the final 3 selections.
Yeah Hudson big boy is definitely in the list of top three most gorgeous trucks in my opinion =) this color was absolutely stunning
Back in the mid 50's one of my high school teachers drove one of these to work and I often saw it parked in the parking lot in front of the school.
That’s awesome was it like seeing a white whale back in the 50s when you saw one of these kids being how rare they are =)
All of em look sharp. But blue is my favorite color and i like it on the 46.
Totally agree
Beautiful trucks/ vehicles.....
Yeah they were =)
I like the 42.good job
Glad you dig =)
Fantastic - I'd definitely take the 1946 Hudson pick-up, esp in that beautiful blue. We would call it a UTE in Australia ( where Ford invented the ute in 1934).
Glad you dig this episode I might do an episode on the Ute we don’t really have Utes here but you do see them from time to time which is really cool =)
The rare Hudson Big Boy pickup truck and awesome
These trucks are totally awesome if I ever get the opportunity to buy one at a reasonable price you can bet your butt I’m going to do it.. problem is most people that have them know how special they are and everybody else doesn’t even know they exist
They really had style , back in the day! Always admired the Hudson Hornet.
Yeah they did, pity same can’t be said with most cars now
Nice truck and the colour.
I concur
Brilliant video in every respect!
Thank you glad you dig this episode =)
Excellent video. Stunning color for that truck. Absolutely gorgeous. I'll take the Alfa and the Terraplane.
That car is awesome in person
Great choices =)
What cool truck, love the color.
Totally agree the color is absolutely stunning in person
Given the Post WWII operating environment. it's no wonder these vehicles were equipped with Fog Lights and a Spot Light. While on a camping trip the attempted theft of our 51 Hornets fog lights was thwarted by the discharge of a 1911A1 into the trees. Rear fender skirt thefts were common. Insertion of single edge razor blades adjacent to the latching mechanism worked as a deterrent. Thanks. Narragansett Bay.
Thank you so much for sharing that information I’m glad you liked this episode =)
Move forward 75 years. Instead of the fog lights, it's the original Ram cast-metal hood ornament on my 1986 Dodge Ramcharger. Instead of a 1911A1 it's a Springfield XDM. Timeless is the ability of .45ACP to clearly convey a message..
My favourites would be the 1946 Hudson & 1932 Alfa Romeo
Great choices the alpha in reality it sounds so amazing. That’s a bucket list thing for me is to go to pur sang and the interview/ Maybe do a couple of their cars even though they’re not real authentic Bugatti or Alpha it’s as close as I’m never going to get
I just needed to see that '42 once and saw all I needed. Take it in an '8' and I'm good to go.
Sweet =)
Enjoyed!! 👍👍
Awesome glad you dig =)
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Now I want one! Thanks a lot....lol
You and me both!
Currently redoing a 1953 Hudson Jet. I love Hudson and Nash cars
Awesome =) are parts hard to get I always wondered about those?
Big time hard to get parts. I am having to adapt parts from other vehicles , I am a low budget car lover
I know what that’s like
I saw one of these in a junkyard, back in the 70's. If memory is correct, the one I saw had a straight eight engine, and seems right with the hood so long.
I’ve been told conflicting information some say the eight cylinder never existed and other people say that the cylinders were put in to these pick up trucks so until I see one in person I don’t know lol
Many of the early light trucks were cabs made from one of their passenger cars mounted on heavy duty chassis. Kind of like the coach built custom bodies where maybe the only thing made by the car manufacturers were from the steering wheel forward. This gave them a car brand familiarity. Great video!
Thank you so much for including that information =) i’m glad you dig this episode.
Like the Studebaker champ
There are some attractive forgotten pickup trucks. Diamond T 201, Mack Jr and REO Speedwagon all come to mind.
Totally agree I haven’t seen a Mac Junior yet or an REO Speedwagon pick up style truck I’ve seen bigger ones
Review the diamond tea 306 the next size up from the 201
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A beautiful vehicle. I think the 42 was the sweet spot in its styling. I would consider it more like a utility vehicle like the Chevrolet El Camino than an all out truck. They don’t make them like they used to.
I agree!
I sure like the ‘41 truck … and the color is stunning. Greetings from a Dallas, Texas transplant now living down in Querétaro, México, on a beautiful Sunday afternoon … looking out at our lush backyard. This was a great video! I always learn so much from these publications. :-)
Awesome I’ll have to find a 41 to feature glad you learned something =)
@@What.its.like. Thanks so much! Before moving down here to Mexico, I sold my 1950 Chevrolet Styleline DeLuxe Bel Air Hardtop (now I wish I’d shipped it down here) and my 1955 Ford Fairlane Victoria … both with manual transmission … and both in great condition, cosmetically and mechanically. :-)
Here are some of the historical automobiles I owned:
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Those car pickups reminded me of a homemade camper I used to see at my grandfather's fish camp. Some guy took a sedan and cut off the rear behind the front doors then stretched the frame. Then he mounted what appeared to be a mini Airstream trailer behind the cab with a section over the top of it. The trailer was accessible from the cab. Looked like it was factory made until one got close to it.
Wow what an awesome story thank you for sharing that memory with us =), do you know if it’s still there or whatever happened to it
@@What.its.like. This was back in 1959 thru 1965. The camper owner hung out next door when warm April thru October (NW Indiana) then went south for the winter. Think he was retired military that did handyman stuff and drank too much. I was in elementary school then. Didn't see him after 1965. Think his car was a 1948 Pontiac Silver Streak that had a Straight 8 and 3 speed column shift. Was a medium grey one year then silver the next year. Think he brushed on a high temp aluminum paint.
Gorgeous styling. Well done, Jay.
Glad you dig this episode =) This truck was absolutely stunning in person
Those are some sharp looking trucks.
I totally agree I would really like to own one one day
@@What.its.like. You just might!
M&M's front. Love that song
Haha
An Aussie would say ,
“ That’s nothing more than a Ute , Mate “
Great Video !
Awesome glad you dig this video
These are the most beautiful trucks to ever be built. Hudson only built this truck in this style in 46 and 47. I have the Hudson 1949 commodore 8. I want one of these trucks. But, they are impossible to find. Mr. Hudson was opposed to building a truck, he said if we build a truck, it better be nice enough to drive to church. You could buy 2 ford's, or 2 chevys, or 2 Dodges for the price of 1 Hudson truck. It was post WW2, and people didn't have the money to spend on a truck. They were discontinued in 1948.
I would rather have this than two fords
So Beautiful! None of these in NZ sadly, quite a few Essex's and Studebaker"s however!
Wow that’s crazy is there a lot of American cars in New Zealand
This truck gives me serious El Camino vibes with how low it is. That's crazy that this truck had a rear sway bar.
But it looks 1 million times better than any El Camino