A real eccentric character whom I remember,but my Father knew well,collected
and hoarded Hudsons and Hudson parts all his life.I remember seeing his
place in New Brunswick,and there was a feild full of Hudsons in various
states of disrepair that seemed to go on forever.
Noble Motors was the Hudson dealer in Moncton New Brunswick,and this
man,Alton (Bouy) Jackson,bought them out,even a Hudson pick-up that he
brought home full of parts.
I understand he bought up a lot of other dealers stock back in the 50's,and
was kinda of a mean old SOB,who would not sell anyone anything to even keep
there Hudsons on the road.
Well,I had heard over the years a lot of the cars that were to far gone went
to the crusher but the best ones were dragged to a new location nearby.There
are several very nice cars that have always been garaged,along with a lot of
NOS parts.
When he died a few years back I guess he found out he couldn't take any of
it with him so there is going to be an estate sale at his home on the 24th.
The thing is,theres hardly any Hudsons around here,a few street rods,but few
restored examples,and I for one haven't a clue as to the value of parts or
whats rare and what isn't.
Guess Ill have to do a bit of research on E-Bay,but there might be some very
E-Bayable items at this sale.
I also really like the late 40's -early fiftys "Driving Miss Daisy"
style,they certainly were quality cars.
It will be interesting to see whats for sale,both parts and the cars.
Im really gonna try to get there,just for a look.