Vintage Vehicles That Can Inspire Dreams & Bring Back Memories

Truly a legendary piece of American automotive history, the Hudson Hornet was only manufactured from 1951 through 1954. It was one of several Hudson models, but by far the most popular and sought after.

With only four years of production there just aren’t many of them available or even in existence.

This  perfect example, a 1953, belongs to Ron Devito of Sherman, Conn., who has owned it for more than a year.

The Hornet appealed to this discerning buyer, who wanted a little something special, rather than a model from Ford, Chevy or the other Detroit giants. (The Hornets were made by Detroit’s Hudson Motor Car Company.)

The Hornet’s sleek and “aero” bodywork put it ahead of the crowd. The “step down” design lowered the car and improved its handling.

Remarkably, it sported a six-cylinder engine when the competition was already on eights — and yet the Hornet was the dominant NASCAR champion, winning 64 of its 108 races!

Among its devoted owners, Jay Leno has one in his famous “garage” and raves about it in a half-hour production on YouTube (www.youtube.com/watch?v=hPoIb3zTGcA).