1952 Henry J

Hemmings
Listed byDuch1470son
Oregon, IL, United States2,500 milesManual
WithdrawnListed Mar 22, 2026
Last asking$40,000

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Summary
From Hemmings
I bought this Henry J Vagabond in 2010 . It was set up to race at the Drag Strip. So I totally dismantled it.
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Then I bought a donor car that was in good condition that was stored inside for 40 years. I sent the motor to have it professionally built to use pump gas and drive it on the street. This car can be drag raced or driven on the street.
I replaced all the fenders, doors and hood from the donor car. I block sanded the body twice with flexible primer surfacer. I put 2 coats of red oxide primer and then I painted it with Satin Black paint.
The car body sits on a 1998 S-10 stub frame that goes to the center of the door. Remaining frame is original Henry J. It has a 2 speed power glide trans with a straight line ratcheting gear shift.
It has 1200 miles on the rebuilt trans with new clutches, bushings and seals. It has Mickey Thompson street strip slicks 33 x 22 . 00R15LT flame pattern treads and 165/80R 15 87t front radials.
It has a full set of Auto Meter Gauges with Led Lights. Speedo & Tack are 5\" O. D.
Speedo is GPS driven. This car has zero rust with no body patches. No bondo.
I enjoy cruising around the countryside and taking it to car shows where I have won numerous trophies including Best Of Show. * Tilt front end, custom stainless steel tube grill. Custom 2\" O.
D. S. S.
tube rear bumper. Custom Digital Led directional and tail/brake lights. * Holley high volume fuel pump * Large capacity fuel filter * Pro Stock Fuel line kit * Fuel pressure isolator * Rear cut off safety switch * Ladder bar suspension * Coil over rear shocks * GM-12 bolt rear differential with 4.
11 gears and auburn posi with Chrome Plated differential cover * Rear differential has been narrowed with all new parts, brakes & bearings. * Moser street strip axels with 30 tooth spline * Electric wiper motor with new SS wiper arms and wiper blades * Wing vent frames were re-chromed with new glass * Chrome plated vent windows, dash/bezel, license plate light * Exterior door handles were re-chromed * New Windshield and side glass * New gaskets & seals for windows & door * 1-3/4\" tubing padded roll cage with black vinyl padding * 5 point racing harnesses * Cloth bucket seats from early minivan with leather seat covers with Chevy logos * Custom Oak Overhead Switch Console with Lighted Toggle switches * Custom handmade stainless steel body\'s scripts * Newer flooring * S. S.
tubing braces from Firewall to frame. Oversize radiator and large fan (switched) Meziere 12 volt electric coolant pump. Custom aluminum radiator brackets.
* Braided Radiator Hoses and 40 Below Coolant Treatment * Custom made S. S. Gooseneck with extended hose connector * Custom handmade 2-1/4\" headers pipes, ceramic coated inside, aluminized outside by Jet Hot.
* Hard neoprene motor mounts. * 4\" collectors with 3\" exhaust pipes that go to Flow Master Mufflers with 4\" chrome tips that come out the side. * High Rise Intake Manifold, ceramic coated inside, aluminized outside by Jet Hot Plating.
* New Tie Rod ends, ball joints * 51-53 Henry J parts book * 1/2\" Hex Custom Made Valve Cover T-Bolts * Sent to Meziere to test and evaluate coolant pump, came back good condition. * Custom 16 Gallon Tig Welded Stainless Steel Gas Tank with new sending unit This car runs like a Swiss Watch. It is so responsive that all you have to do is touch the gas pedal and you are gone.
The engine was built by same builders who builds engines for Arnie Beswick\'s grandson. It burns pump gas. It has many custom features that you need to see to appreciate.
I have all Documents to show what work was done on the vehicle. Contact me for a more detailed list of specific details.
Trait
Quantity
Most Recent Sale
Year
1952
8 (21%)
9/30/2025
Color
Satin Black
1 (3%)
No Data
Transmission
Manual
17 (45%)
9/12/2024
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  • 3/22/2026
    Hemmings
    Withdrawn· this listing
    $40k
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