Henry Ford Seated in the Ford "999" Racer, Detroit, Michigan, September 1902
THF97124 / Henry Ford Seated in the Ford "999" Racer, Detroit, Michigan, September 1902
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Artifact Overview
The "999" and "Arrow" race cars, built by Henry Ford, Tom Cooper and Edward Huff, were cover-story subjects in the September 27, 1902, issue of The Automobile and Motor Review. The article noted that the cars were "built for speed and speed alone" with "not the slightest indication of a frill or decoration."
Artifact Details
Artifact
Photographic print
Subject Date
1902
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
84.1.1660.P.188.10039
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Ford Motor Company.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Gelatin silver process
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 8 in
Width: 10 in
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Artifact1902 Ford "999" Race Car, Built by Henry Ford
Henry Ford hired a fearless bicycle racer named Barney Oldfield to drive "999." Although he had never driven a car, Oldfield learned quickly and won his first competition. He went on to become America's first nationally famous racing hero, known for his thrilling exhibition races and the trademark cigar he chewed to protect his teeth in a crash.