1929 Hudson Model L
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Vehicle Specifications
- VIN45088
- Classic Car ID102818122
- Stock Number196
- CategoryAntiques
- Body StyleN/A
- New/UsedUsed
- Mileage49,262 miles
- Engine288 cubic-inch inline six-cyli
- DoorsConvertible
- TransmissionManual
- Exterior ColorTwo tone yellow
- Interior ColorTan
Classic Car Overview
Long-term ownership by Eldon Hostetler in the Hostetler Hudson Museum
Recipient of an award-winning restoration to period splendor
2020 Best in Class at the Boca Raton Concours dElegance
Perfect score at the 2020 AACA Grand National meet
Dashing long-wheelbase, top-of-the-line model with amazing presence
Although commonly referred to as the Super Six by marque enthusiasts, Hudson in fact began phasing out that respected name for its updated 1929 models, instead collectively advertising them as The Greater Hudson . Two variations were available: the Series R, with a wheelbase of 112-1/2-inches and the Series L with a commanding 139-inch wheelbase length suited to fit the most handsome and opulent body styles emblematic of the late Jazz Age .
One of the most admired cars in the Hudson model catalogue for 1929, this rare dual cowl sport phaeton body style remains one of the finest of all applied to the mighty Hudson Series L chassis. Exuding a virile presence, its handsome and adventurous semi-custom coachwork was crafted by Biddle and Smart, and its design was proudly influenced by Hudsons collaboration with the renowned Murphy coachbuilding company of Pasadena, California, where eventual Hudson design head Frank Spring was employed. As 1 of just 7 known examples to survive of the mere 17 originally crafted, this example remains highly prized among collectors. A former long-term resident of the world-renowned Eldon Hostetler Hudson Museum Collection, which was referred to as the Worlds Greatest Collection of Hudson Automobiles, Eldon purchased this example in late October of 1992 from friend Jack Miller, noted marque expert and the last active Hudson dealer. The Hostetlers kept this example for a number of years before commissioning Pat and Jan Appenzeller of Milford, Indiana to restore it. The exquisite and charming period colors were chosen by Mr. and Mrs
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