JC Higgins Bicycle Help??

[jlfolks]

Hi there,
I hope I'm posting in the right area for this! If not, please let me know. I purchased a lot at an auction and at the back of the auction was this bicycle. It is a JC Higgins. Model number looks like 857 4666. It is in definite "fixer upper" condition. I havn't been able to find much about this model number, what it might be worth, etc. I have found on Ebay that the JC Higgins parts sell pretty good. This does have the metal emblem on the front still in tact. I am looking for any info anyone might have about this or info about where I can go to research more. If you have any questions, I am happy to answer. Attaching a couple pics for reference.
Thank you,
Jen

 

[Adamtinkerer]

Looks to be a '57 CBC/Ross built bike, fairly uncommon for a JCH. Welcome to the forum!

 

[jlfolks]

Thanks for the welcome and the info!! Any Idea what this might be worth?

 

[Adamtinkerer]

Thanks for the welcome and the info!! Any Idea what this might be worth?

Probably $50

 

[rideahiggins]

The front fork looks pretty bent. I'm guessing if it's turned around correctly the tire hits the frame or pretty close to it. Not a lot of value here, but great for a custom Rat Rod.

 

[GTs58]

That was Sears best bike for 1958. Model number 4666 matches your bike along with the crank set and frame style.

 

[vincev]

Welcome to the CABE.The fork is backwards and does look bent.Any good parts are gone.I would value at $15 if tires are good.

 

[Adamtinkerer]

That was Sears best bike for 1958. Model number 4666 matches your bike along with the crank set and frame style.

Cool. I haven't seen that page before! Must have been right before the Flightliner came out.