This is a rare J.C. Higgins 100. Features Silver paint, chrome tank, rims, fenders, headlight, beehive springer, All State white wall tires, and rear carrier….
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As we entered the 60’s we also entered the “Space Age” and so too did the styling of our bicycles. The JC Higgins Flightliner gives us a glimpse of what to expect out of early 60’s bicycles. This bike features lighted horn tank, springer fork, rear carrier with tail light, and chrome fenders….
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This 1958 J.C. Higgins Flightliner is a stunning example of how stylish these bikes really are. Look at those lines! From the rear fender brace that flows into the chain guard, to the tank with built in hooded headlight that mimics the look of the fender on a ’58 Chevrolet, this bike is ALL style. Check out that J.C. Higgins branded accessory speedometer! 1958 was the first year for the Flightliner model, and the only year that this variat…
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Have you ever been told ” You might as well buy new ones those are nothing but junk ” ? Well I sure have and I really don’t like hearing that . [click thumbnails for larger images]…
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This bike is an amazing survivor. I picked it up locally off Craigslist. It had been in the care of another middle-aged guy for over ten years when I got it. It had obviously been kept indoors for its entire fifty years. It is about 98% complete and original. I did a complete nut and bolt disassembly and overhauled all the bearings, cleaning everything meticulously as I put it back together. My initial plan was to repaint the tank and rack, but…
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This is 1950’s J.C. Higgins kids skiptooth bicycle with training wheels, leather saddle seat ,spoked rims and Firestone solid rubber tires. All parts are original to bicycle and were powder coated, pin stripped, greased and assembled. Fully restored….
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Here is one of my favourite 50’s bicycles. It has everything I like. Jewelled “Buick” style portholes, twin striped fenders, beehive springer, Batwing light, cool dual twin exhaust jet style rear carrier with MORE red jewels!! This example is one I’ve only owned about 12+ years. It has partial “repaint” on frame, complete repaint on light, carrier, and c-guard, straight solid tank has been redone, and paint to…
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This late 1940’s Sears J.C. Higgins ladies bicycle looks a lot like the pre-war models with its skirt guard and paint details. Even the badge has a similar design to the pre-war Elgin. Made by Murray, it is similar to Murray’s own Mercury brand….
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Rare J.C. Higgin Europeon outsourced bicycle, not the typical Murray built models of the period. This bicycle is all original down to the tires made in Holland. Of note is the acrylic fenderlight and meat tenderizer (okay I made that up but if there is a chesegrater, let’s stay with the culinary theme). Entry Submitted by Chris Holmes…
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Restored 1951 J.C. Higgins Colorflow with exhaust manifold. 1 yr. only. an eBay purchase.Entry Submitted by john enos…
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