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1953 | Kaiser Henry J

A classic you'll almost never see on European roads

Status:: Reserve not met
Estimate:: €16,000 - €18,000
Ends at:: 06/09/2026, 18:45:00 BST

comments:: 0
bids:: 0
watchers:: 8

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1953 | Kaiser Henry J

Status:

Reserve not met

Estimate:

€16,000 - €18,000

Mileage49,675 km

Main Inspection07/2028

Power59 kW (80 hp)

Year of Production1953

Description

At a glance

Make/model: Kaiser Henry J Corsair de Luxe (2-door sedan)
Year / first registration: 1953 (16 Feb 1953)
Engine: 2.6-litre "Super Sonic" inline-six (2,637 cc), 80 hp / 59 kW – Willys-Overland design, side-valve (flathead)
Transmission: 3-speed, column shift
Mileage: approx. 49,675 km – documented
Paint: two-tone red/cream
Tyres: 165 R15, whitewall
Registration: German historic-vehicle plate (H-Kennzeichen)
VIN: K5244R1206741
Classic Data short appraisal: overall condition 3+, replacement value €18,200 (as of 2017)

The Henry J was the compact "car for everyone" from Kaiser-Frazer, named after company founder Henry J. Kaiser. The Corsair de Luxe is the upscale, sought-after six-cylinder version – recognisable by its fender scripts, chrome windshield frame and chrome wheel covers. Only a small number were built in 1953; with its little "mini-Cadillac" tailfins it's a genuine eye-catcher and virtually impossible to find in Germany.

A special feature of this example: the car was originally assembled at the Kaiser-Frazer Fabrieken N.V. in Rotterdam – a genuine European delivery that further underlines its rarity (original type plate present in the engine bay).

Engineering & history – the heart of the matter

Engine extensively overhauled – documented with photos of the disassembled components and the fully reassembled unit. Work already carried out includes:
Water channels in the engine block professionally welded
Engine block fully decked (resurfaced)
Complete new gasket set fitted (head gasket, water pump, etc.)
Engine block painted in its original colour
New fuel line
Ignition system completely renewed
The low mileage of around 49,800 km is documented several times over: by the Classic Data short appraisal (2017) and the TÜV Hessen inspection reports (2019 and 2026).
Next roadworthiness test (HU/TÜV): June 2028
Documentation: German vehicle registration documents (Fahrzeugbrief and Fahrzeugschein), historic-vehicle approval (H-Abnahme), Classic Data appraisal, TÜV report, etc.

Features & lovely details

Original exterior sun visor above the windshield
"Corsair de Luxe" scripts on the front fenders, "Henry J" script on the rear and on the glovebox
Chrome windshield frame, chrome bumpers, chrome wheel covers, whitewall tyres
Rocket hood ornament (typical of the 1953 model year)
Red pleated interior (seat covers renewed), white steering wheel
Rally-proven and rally-ready – a car for tours and events, not a garage queen

Honest condition Good, roadworthy original condition with patina (Classic Data overall grade 3+). Openly and honestly stated:

front chrome bumper slightly dented in places
some seals partly hardened
minor paint flaws

Condition & Registration

MOT
MOT until: 07/2028
Historical license plate

Registered
Ready to drive

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Technical Details

Vehicle data

Make: Kaiser
Model name: Henry J
First registration date: 02/1953
Year of manufacture: 1953
Mileage (read): 49,675 km
Chassis number: K5244R1206741
Engine number: Not provided
Gearbox number: Not provided
Matching numbers: Yes
Number of owners: Not provided

Technical details

Body style: Saloon (2-doors)
Power (kW/hp): 59/80 (Factory: 51/69)
Cubic capacity (cm³): 2637 (Factory: 2199)
Cylinders: 6
Doors: 2
Steering: Left (LHD)
Gearbox: Manual
Gears: 3
Transmission: Rear
Front brakes: Drum
Rear brakes: Drum
Fuel type: Petrol

Individual Configuration

Exterior color: White
Interior color: Red

Interior material: Part leather

LOT-ID: 462696-3394

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Estimate
€16,000 - €18,000
Number of bids
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Duration
12 days
Ends at:
06/09/2026, 18:45:00 BST
Watchers
8
Vehicle location
Idstein

Current bidReserve not met

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