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Alligator Upholstery! 1951 Henry J Sedan
Like Powel Crosley, Henry Kaiser was a successful industrialist with a long list of accomplishments to his name – but one abiding objective that neither achieved until late in his career: each man yearned to make cars. For Kaiser,… more»
Not Used In 3 Years: 1953 Henry J DeLuxe
We have seen a few Henry Js here on Barn Finds over the years, but only two 1953 models. As is almost always the case with car companies, they had worked through some issues by the end of the… more»
Post-War Compact: 1952 Kaiser Henry J
In the late 1940s, Kaiser-Frazer’s chairman Henry J. Kaiser envisioned there was a market for a small car that could be affordable to anyone (sounds like the Ford Model T concept). So, the Henry J was born, but perhaps… more»
Post-War Compact: 1951 Kaiser Henry J
The small and economical Kaiser Henry J may have been the right car but at the wrong time. The assumption after World War II was that buyers would scoop up thrifty cars in large numbers. Instead, with years of… more»
Using Original Henry Steel: 1933 Ford Roadster
One of the major bragging points for hot rod builders is to craft your masterpiece from an original prewar Ford. While antique Ford lovers are left aghast, “original Henry steel” cars always have a much higher sale price than… more»
Henry Ford Helps Win WWII: 1943 Ford GPW
“Amateurs study tactics. Professionals study logistics.” General Omar Bradley is most often attributed with that quote, but it is a maxim that has been true for centuries. Even the most hardened military force needs food, transportation, and weapons of… more»
Genuine Prototype Mustang That Was Henry Ford II’s Daily Driver!
Many readers will have heard of Tom Cotter, often referred to as The Barn Find Hunter. Tom spends his time scouring the country for rare and collectible cars squirreled away in barns and sheds. The latest episode of his… more»
Custom Sports Car: 1952 Kaiser Henry J
The Henry J was a short-lived attempt by Kaiser-Frazer to sell a small car in the early 1950s at a time when everyone wanted big cars. It was named after the chairman of the company and was built between… more»
No Reserve: 1951 Kaiser-Frazer Henry J
Built by Kaiser-Frazer between 1951 and 1954, the Henry J was a little car before it was cool for cars to be little. Like the Ford Model T of decades prior, it was designed to be an inexpensive automobile… more»
Too Many Setbacks? 1952 Kaiser Henry J
This may be the first Kaiser Henry J that I have stumbled across that hasn’t been hot-rodded, and this 1952 example barely escaped that fate. Always popular on the dragstrip in gasser form, it’s nice to find one as… more»
Henry Ford II’s 1966 Ford Mustang GT Convertible
When a classic car is offered for sale, the question of a famous former owner is sure to ignite debate amongst enthusiasts. Some will claim that this history will significantly impact potential values, while others will argue that the… more»
What The? 1926 Henry Fast
Believe it or not, this wild custom 2-seat roadster is titled as a 1926 Ford. Apparently, the cockpit conforms to 1926 specifications, so it qualifies to be titled as such. The folks at Henry’s Hot Rods took that 90-year-old… more»
BF Classified: 1951 Henry J
Seller’s Description: All original 1951 Henry J with 30,000 miles. Original paint with natural patina but not in bad shape. The Interior has some wear. Runs and drives well. Asking $10,000 but will consider a reasonable offer. Hard to… more»
Henry J And Corvette DNA! 1952 DIY Custom
Post-War America saw a number of fiberglass sports cars compete with nimble imports from MG, Jaguar, and others. Soldiers returning from Europe had acquired a taste for the sporty and fuel-efficient roadsters. These tiny cars offered a driving experience… more»
Hidden For 57 Years: Customized 1952 Henry J
In our continuing mission to bring you the weird, wild, and wonderful of the barn-found-automobile world, we present you with this extremely-customized piece of work. It’s been in hiding for a long time, but it’s out in the sunlight… more»
What Is This Car’s History? 1951 Henry J Custom
The seller of this 1951 Henry J custom thinks that it may be a prototype of some sort, possibly made for a movie star and another idea is that it may have been made for Walt Disney. Maybe one… more»
