Inside the Legacy of the Legendary Hirohata Merc

The 1951 Hirohata Mercury isn’t merely a famous custom, it is one of the most influential Kustom cars ever built. Created by George and Sam Barris for Bob Hirohata, the radically transformed Mercury helped define an entire era of custom-car design and inspired generations of builders. Its unmistakable lines, chopped roof and legendary craftsmanship made it an enduring American icon. In this episode of Should I Sell It?, Beau Boeckmann sits down with master builder Dave Shuten to explore the history and details that make the Hirohata Merc so important. Both Beau and Dave knew George Barris well, giving this conversation and their shared love for the car a deeply personal connection. But can Beau really part with a masterpiece this significant? Watch the full episode, then help him decide: KEEP IT or SELL IT? #ShouldISellIt #HirohataMerc #GeorgeBarris #KustomCars #GalpinMotors