1946 Hudson big boy, one Absolutely stunning pick up.

Today On What it’s like,1946 Hudson big boy pick up. What a rare treat. Go through all the buttons switches and knobs take the tour talk about this awesome overlooked truck. Let’s not forget the comparison, be sure to Stick around for the end for would you rather and name that tune plus scenes for our upcoming episode with you guys voted on.
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[@bobmccurdy8881]

The Who Eminence front great song

[@What.its.like.]

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

[@bobmccurdy8881]

Will do thanks

[@seed_drill7135]

Nah, it’s a put on.

[@dennisramstein28]

@@seed_drill7135 Yeah, "It's a put on." :-)

[@bcubed72]

That was post-Moon, right?

[@timrussell1559]

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

[@What.its.like.]

That would’ve been so cool thank you so much for sharing that awesome memory of working at the old Hudson dealership =)

[@MrYobII]

Wow, maybe the best looking truck ever

[@What.its.like.]

💯 agree

[@fire58372001]

Eldorado fins, whitewalls and skirts, Rides just like a little bit of heaven here on earth. I luv fender skirts.

[@What.its.like.]

The fender skirts are cool 😎

[@troutbassncat3025]

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.

[@jamesford3648]

Great Job, That 1946 Hudson Truck is ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL.

[@What.its.like.]

Awesome glad you dig this episode =) can’t wait to do more Hudson trucks

[@jamesford3648]

@@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.

[@What.its.like.]

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

[@nerminheldic9783]

Back in the day when car design was some kind of artwork.

[@marvwatkins7029]

Perhaps this great, beautiful pickups name was inspired by the great steam locomotive.

[@gtracer6629]

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.

[@marvwatkins7029]

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.

[@What.its.like.]

That’s awesome Hudson was a great car company they made some really cool cars especially in the 30s

[@jnywd8450]

I didn't know there was such an animal as the Hudson Big Boy.

[@bobdillaber1195]

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!

[@What.its.like.]

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

[@dyer2cycle]

Not only the bean counters, but now we have the government basically designing and engineering vehicles..and computers styling them...😝

[@anthonyjackson280]

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.

[@What.its.like.]

Great memories and story we had an engines class like that I wish I would have taken when I was in school.

[@dicksanders8206]

Best pickup truck I've ever seen. Thanks for showing it, Jay.

[@What.its.like.]

You bet this is one of my all-time favorites as well

[@garymiller3264]

These is not a truck. It's a work of art.

[@What.its.like.]

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

[@kennedysingh3916]

Watched from Jamaica. My dad is a retiored auto mechanic who started is career in the late 1950's.

[@What.its.like.]

Sweet =)

[@kevinferris1589]

What a head turner!

[@What.its.like.]

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 =)

[@jons.6216]

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!

[@What.its.like.]

=)

[@neiloconnor9349]

Thanks!! I've spent the night in Kutztown twice - - wasn't aware of the museum.

[@What.its.like.]

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

[@ekim000]

Absolutely gorgeous!

[@jack3inflesh]

Boy what a beauty! Hudson really knew how to style.

[@What.its.like.]

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

[@nixieandyakyak3837]

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.

[@What.its.like.]

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

[@nixieandyakyak3837]

@@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.

[@willoughby1888]

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!

[@What.its.like.]

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. =)

[@willoughby1888]

@@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.

[@What.its.like.]

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.

[@willoughby1888]

@@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 KZbin, 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.

[@bruceh92]

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.

[@What.its.like.]

I totally agree with everything you said I would love to own this truck one day =) I wonder how many are left

[@paulsawczyc5019]

There are too many cars and trucks that are special - not even Jay Leno can have all of them.

[@unconventionalideas5683]

The Ford Maverick has a surprisingly similar payload to this, because it is well above 1000lbs.

[@aaronlovell6026]

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.

[@What.its.like.]

I would rather have this than two fords

[@calvincrews3885]

The rare Hudson Big Boy pickup truck and awesome

[@What.its.like.]

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

[@alanpecherer5705]

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.

[@What.its.like.]

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 =)

[@67marlins]

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]

@@What.its.like. You're allowed to use full stops, and capitals at beginning of sentences.

[@ryandavis7593]

@@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.

[@Maximus20778]

​@@bossdog1480 why tf does it matter?

[@nealsidor1323]

The '46 Super Eight...

[@streetpilot775]

M&M's front. Love that song

[@What.its.like.]

Haha

[@davidlogansr8007]

I would take the ‘46 Big Boy with the Straight Eight! Also all the other options that the one on display has!

[@What.its.like.]

I left the straight eight specs out of the equation on this episode I want to hit this truck again with the super eight.

[@JeffreyAu1]

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.

[@What.its.like.]

I agree, such a beautiful truck it’s a pity don’t see them that much

[@joeolivas2406]

All of them were nice, I liked the red one

[@What.its.like.]

Sweet =)

[@aca2983]

I like the 46. Never knew Hudson made a truck.

[@What.its.like.]

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

[@henryszubielski8601]

Great video. Absolutely beautiful pickup truck! Love that blue.

[@What.its.like.]

Thank that blue was absolutely stellar in person and the was the stainless contrasted it was awesome 😎

[@nealsidor1323]

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...

[@What.its.like.]

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

[@larry1824]

Learned to drive in Hudson. Toughest shift ever but car rode in snow like a Panzer

[@What.its.like.]

I was wondering what the clutch action felt like I wonder is it a cable clutch/rod style

[@michaelguerin56]

Beautiful truck. Thank you.

[@What.its.like.]

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

[@michaelguerin56]

@@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.

[@tedquaker954]

Beautiful trucks/ vehicles.....

[@What.its.like.]

Yeah they were =)

[@Ramcharger85]

All of em look sharp. But blue is my favorite color and i like it on the 46.

[@What.its.like.]

Totally agree

[@christopherkraft1327]

The Hudson Truck is indeed impressive!!! Thanks Jay for sharing this exciting video!!! 👍👍🙂

[@What.its.like.]

Thank you so much for watching I’m glad you dig this episode =)

[@denislandry7577]

One of the best looking truck is right . What a f-- treat ! Wow !

[@What.its.like.]

I was going to say top three best looking trucks for me.. it’s right up there

[@codygraves7688]

Hudson dropped the name big boy for the post war trucks, they were just referred to as commercial pickup. They were never offered in the 8 cylinder, only the super 6, but it was somewhat common for owners of the truck to take it to a hudson dealer and have an engine swap done for the 8 cylinder or the big six in later years. The photos you did provide for the inside of the truck talking about the steering wheels, the wheel for the 46 truck you showed is one from a commodore, that particle wheel was never offered for the truck. The truck was essentially just a base model trim package. From what I have been told, one of the reasons for the low production number is that you had to have your own business to purchase the truck. I am currently restoring a 47 hudson pickup so i have talked with many other current and former owners in the Hudson Essex and Terraplane club.

[@What.its.like.]

Awesome insight and information thank you so much for taking the time to share those corrections =)

[@musicauthority7828]

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.

[@What.its.like.]

Awesome choices you got name that tune as well

[@richardbutterfoss2353]

That pickup is me! RWB ❤🎉

[@richardbutterfoss2353]

46

[@bryduhbikeguy]

Never heard of these,aand I thank you for discovering all that information for us.What a beauty.

[@What.its.like.]

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.

[@hendo337]

There are some attractive forgotten pickup trucks. Diamond T 201, Mack Jr and REO Speedwagon all come to mind.

[@What.its.like.]

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 kzbin.info/www/bejne/f6bci4uZZ5ikec0

[@fortheloveofnoise9298]

3:23 the 42 looks the best

[@OathTaker3]

Great video, great truck & I'm partial to the "42", best of the earlier & the latter.

[@What.its.like.]

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

[@gunsaway1]

Beautiful truck

[@What.its.like.]

One of the best design trucks in my opinion only second to the 1937 Studebaker Coupe Express

[@DavidSmith-fr1uz]

If they were all in an equal state of restoration, I would take the 36 Hudson.

[@Batman-wv5ng]

Nice truck and the colour.

[@What.its.like.]

I concur

[@karltuxhorn1990]

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.

[@What.its.like.]

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.

[@MintyFreshTurds]

This truck gives me serious El Camino vibes with how low it is. That's crazy that this truck had a rear sway bar.

[@What.its.like.]

But it looks 1 million times better than any El Camino

[@ronskancke1489]

I'm 71 and until now I never knew Hudson made a pickup.

[@What.its.like.]

I’m always finding out new things too it’s always cool to look and see new things that you never knew existed I absolutely think that this is one of the best trucks ever made it’s number two of all time in my opinion right after the 1937 Studebaker Coupe Expressway most gorgeous truck of all time

[@tonyfriend7413]

Just Turned 62 Almost a Month Ago and have NEVER seen any of these Before.

[@What.its.like.]

One of the best looking underrated trucks out there

[@DePesos]

I want the Hudson Bigboy. Yees I do!

[@What.its.like.]

That would make two of us I want one so bad =)

[@pohldriver]

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!

[@What.its.like.]

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

[@raymondnida5064]

The red one

[@johnrebus1641]

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).

[@What.its.like.]

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 =)

[@terryspear8533]

I like the 42.good job

[@What.its.like.]

Glad you dig =)

[@blackholeentry3489]

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.

[@What.its.like.]

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 =)

[@brdwonder]

Very good. Among the rare Pu trucks U gotta include the Pre WW2 Willys that was also designed similar with car styling.

[@jimmycricket5366]

Brilliant video in every respect!

[@What.its.like.]

Thank you glad you dig this episode =)

[@mikerichards6311]

😮👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍Absolutely gorgeous vehicles

[@fixinggrace]

I would be happy with any of them. Happy anyway.

[@claiborneeastjr4129]

They really had style , back in the day! Always admired the Hudson Hornet.

[@What.its.like.]

Yeah they did, pity same can’t be said with most cars now

[@dannywoody5497]

Oh, I found heaven here with the Hudson museum I want 2 Hudson just love them

[@What.its.like.]

There are four more on the way they’ll be playing the next couple weeks I’m a huge Hudson fan =)

[@paulcaldwell43]

Love the 46 Hudson. I used to drive a 52 Hudson Hornet. Loved it.

[@What.its.like.]

That’s awesome what did you love the most about your 52 hornet what did you like the least about it

[@29madmangaud29]

Fleetwood Mac, but: Could'nt name it!

[@What.its.like.]

Not Fleetwood Mac

[@daviddavid5880]

Whoa. Way cool.

[@What.its.like.]

Glad you dig this episode =)

[@richardunicorn7879]

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!

[@What.its.like.]

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

[@boost7983]

You never see these trucks, very cool. The '42 is my favorite, nice grill and bumper - beautiful lines, dash ect... Thanks for sharing!

[@What.its.like.]

It’s one of my favorite trucks of all time =)

[@retrobilly1719]

Awesome Jay,Finding New places too!

[@What.its.like.]

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

[@handygent45]

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.

[@What.its.like.]

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

[@dalecs47]

Interesting, lots of detail. I never knew Hudson made a pick up truck. Nice.

[@What.its.like.]

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 =)

[@androidtexts6948]

1942 red one is 🔥

[@What.its.like.]

A 42 would be really hard to find those were the only pictures I was able to find of a 42, The owner also had a 41 maybe one day I could go back and compare the 241 that he has a little bit resto mod it so I didn’t feature it in an episode I try to find cars and trucks that are as original as possible because the channel is called what it’s like not what it could be like lol

[@dwderp]

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.

[@What.its.like.]

Awesome =) The truck was absolutely stunning in person

[@americanrambler4972]

I love this truck! Absolutely a very good looking classy style truck. I like the 46 big boy the best.

[@What.its.like.]

Totally agree =)

[@richardcoram1562]

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.

[@What.its.like.]

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.

[@davidhamm5626]

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.

[@UberLummox]

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!!!

[@What.its.like.]

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

[@ernielaw]

My favourites would be the 1946 Hudson & 1932 Alfa Romeo

[@What.its.like.]

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

[@stewartwhittier3455]

That’s downright art!

[@What.its.like.]

💯 agree =)

[@nealsidor1323]

The Studie & The Alfa...

[@vikingstorm885]

Gorgeous styling. Well done, Jay.

[@What.its.like.]

Glad you dig this episode =) This truck was absolutely stunning in person

[@sw-wk3qm]

Wow, that was a beautiful luxury truck. Fantastic Design.

[@What.its.like.]

That truck was so stellar in person =)

[@youtubedenizen1068]

I didn't know Hudson made pickups until I saw Cars 3 years ago and realized that Smokey is a Hudson

[@What.its.like.]

They made some of the best looking trucks of all time =)

[@montymatilda]

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.

[@What.its.like.]

Yeah Hudson big boy is definitely in the list of top three most gorgeous trucks in my opinion =) this color was absolutely stunning

[@jeffreykurth2703]

1946 pick-em-up truck.

[@What.its.like.]

Great choice =)

[@donaldvincent]

Now I want one! Thanks a lot....lol

[@What.its.like.]

You and me both!

[@fredsmith7997]

I think I fell in love with the 1946 Hudson P/U. I agree it was the most beautiful P/U!!!!!!!!

[@What.its.like.]

It’s hard not to it’s a beautiful truck that’s rarely seen

[@nortypruitt7363]

'42, wow, looks hotrod ed from factory!

[@STB-jh7od]

46 Hudson preferably with V-8

[@jebsails2837]

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.

[@What.its.like.]

Thank you so much for sharing that information I’m glad you liked this episode =)

[@kevincrosby1760]

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..

[@jeffreybrianring6392]

What cool truck, love the color.

[@What.its.like.]

Totally agree the color is absolutely stunning in person

[@fredanddebramacdonald2445]

They don’t build them like they used to really applies to this truck! Beautiful!!

[@What.its.like.]

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

[@georgeshinkosky5894]

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.....

[@What.its.like.]

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

[@ROXSTARCorvette4371]

Excellent video. Stunning color for that truck. Absolutely gorgeous. I'll take the Alfa and the Terraplane.

[@What.its.like.]

That car is awesome in person Great choices =)

[@mattheweburns]

Monza!