Private Seller
Chester, NJ 07930
1956 Hudson Hornet Restomod – Vintage Soul, Modern Muscle (LT V8 | Overdrive | A/C | Full Frame Swap)
You don’t just drive this Hudson—you glide in something nobody else at the show has… with the comfort and reliability of a modern cruiser underneath.
HIGHLIGHTS
The 1956 Hudson Hornet represents the final chapter of one of America’s most distinctive automotive brands—and this example takes that legacy a step further by blending iconic styling with modern drivability.
This Hornet retains its original body, showing just 26,907 miles, and has been professionally mated to a 1994 Chevrolet Caprice Police chassis. That means you get proven reliability, updated suspension geometry, modern braking, and a drivetrain that’s built to be driven—not just admired.
Power comes from a fuel-injected LT-series small block V8, paired with a 700R4 automatic transmission with overdrive. It starts easily, cruises comfortably at highway speeds, and delivers a driving experience far beyond what a stock ’50s sedan can offer.
Inside, the cabin has been completely redone in a tasteful grey and white scheme that honors the Hudson’s original design language. A digital Intellitronix dash brings modern functionality, while the American Retro steering wheel keeps the vintage feel intact. Add in new air conditioning, new cruise control, and a modern audio system, and you’ve got a classic you can truly enjoy anywhere.
Finished in a striking turquoise and white two-tone, this Hudson stands out in any crowd—whether at a local cruise night or rolling down the highway.
With over $72,000 invested, this is an opportunity to own a unique, professionally built restomod at a fraction of the build cost.
| Year: | 1956 |
| Make: | Hudson |
| Model: | Hornet |
| Mileage: | 26,907 |
| Exterior Color: | turquoise & white |
| Interior Color: | grey & white |
| Trim: | standard |
| Body: | four door sedan |
| Stock: | |
| Engine Size: | LT v8 |
| Transmission: | Chevrolet 700 R4 |
| Vin: | X 1063 6 |
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