Started on March 23 by FranktheTank

1962 Hudson Metropolitan

1962 Metropolitan. Purchased on March 23 2013 for $500. It runs and drives but I plan to begin a full restoration this summer. It is 1 of 412.

Latest updates
Nov. 22
From rust to lead to gold

Or something. Still lining her out. Welds. With lead and a epoxy and a 1/10 …

Oct. 04
Floorboards welded

Almost finished welding in new floor pans. They are Maytag brand. Panels off a washing …

Oct. 04
Floorboards

Emergency brake bracket…

Aug. 22
250 miles on rebuild

Picking up Fiancées family. She’s running good. Letting them play before the complete restoration commences.

Aug. 06
First run Met

Well, sort of on the road. First time out. Just need to finish body work …

Aug. 06
New wiring harness

Well, sort of on the road. First time out.

May 16
Met Engine

Austin green. Yuck.

May 16
Engine Finished

Completed engine. Purrs like a kitten.

April 25
Restoration Underway

Car in TN at a Met rehabilitation center also good friends house. Engine has 150 …

March 23
Rear of Met

Back if Met

March 23
The Met

Grill.

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Comments
dennisg
March 25, 2013, 1:46 a.m.

Frank the tank...a great name. good price on the metro too. have at it.

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