1955 Hudson Metropolitan Hardtop

Description

OFFERED WITH NO RESERVE

The 1955 Nash Metropolitan was a groundbreaking subcompact car, introduced by Nash-Kelvinator as one of the first American-designed vehicles specifically targeted for economy-minded drivers. Unlike the full-size cars dominating U.S. roads in the early 1950s, the Metropolitan was small, stylish, and affordable, appealing to urban motorists and second-car buyers. Nash partnered with Austin in England to manufacture the car, making it a unique transatlantic collaboration: American design, British production, and a 1,200 cc Austin four-cylinder engine under the hood.

The Metropolitan debuted as a two-passenger coupe and convertible, featuring a distinctive European flair with its rounded body, two-tone paint, and compact dimensions. Despite its size, it offered amenities like a full bench seat, heater, and radio—luxuries for an economy car of its era. Fuel efficiency and maneuverability were strong selling points, and advertising targeted women drivers. Initially marketed as a Nash, the 1955 Metropolitan also carried Hudson badges after both merged, though the car was otherwise identical.

This example features Hudson badging and benefits from a prior refurbishment, including fitting a 1959–62 body, evidenced by the more practical trunk lid seen on later Metropolitans. Power comes from an Austin A-series 1200cc four-cylinder engine paired with a column-shift three-speed manual transmission.

This refreshed 1955 Hudson Metropolitan Hardtop is now offered at no reserve by the selling dealer with a clean Florida title.

Highlights

• Offered from the Burnyzz Collection of January vehicles

• Refurbished Metropolitan with uncommon Hudson branding

Factory Equipment

• Austin A-series 1200cc four-cylinder engine

• Column-shift three-speed manual transmission

• Correct 1955 chrome trim

• Two-tone red and white paint

Modifications

• 1959-62 Metropolitan body with trunk lid

• Later model “M” hubcaps

• Aftermarket speakers

Known Imperfections

• Dented chrome trim

• Blemished door sills

• Paint cracking along top edge of rear window

• Tear in drivers side seat

• Hole in passenger side of carpet

• Taillight lenses are crazing

Ownership History

This 1955 Hudson Metropolitan is offered from the Burnyzz Collection of January vehicles.

Additional Information

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