Fuel Your Passion: 4 Must-Have Petroliana Pieces

For collectors of “Road Art,” few things capture the spirit of the American highway like vintage gas station memorabilia. Whether you’re outfitting a high-end man cave, a professional garage, or a private museum, our upcoming auction features four spectacular pieces that celebrate the golden age of the open road.

Headlining this exceptional lineup is a Vintage Texaco Single-Sided Porcelain Neon Sign. This impressive piece is a masterclass in vintage advertising, featuring the vibrant red, white, and green color palette that made the Texaco star a beacon for travelers.

Porcelain signs are highly coveted for their durability and “shelly” gloss that resists fading, but it is the custom neon tubing that truly brings this sign to life. It serves as a perfect centerpiece, providing that authentic mid-century glow to any large-scale display.

Complementing the signage is a Texaco Sky Chief Model 80 Gas Pump by Martin & Schwartz. This “bowser” style pump is a rare find for those who appreciate the mechanical history of the service station.

Branded for Texaco’s premium “Sky Chief” gasoline, the Model 80 represents the transition into the more streamlined, rectangular designs of the late 1940s. Martin & Schwartz were legendary for their “low-profile” pumps, which were easier for attendants to operate, and this unit remains a physical touchstone to the era of full-service island hospitality.

For fans of the flying Pegasus, we are thrilled to showcase a Mobilgas Socony-Vacuum Advertising Neon sign. Before the company shortened its name to Mobil, it operated under the Socony-Vacuum banner, making items with this specific branding particularly desirable for historical accuracy.

This neon-wrapped porcelain shield highlights the iconic red Pegasus in all its glory. Because this nomenclature was phased out by the mid-1950s, this sign is a high-impact piece of corporate history that commands attention on any wall.

Finally, for the collector who wants the vintage aesthetic with a pristine, “showroom” finish, we have a Mobilgas Reproduction Tokheim Bowser Pump. Styled in classic Mobilgas color and topped with an illuminated glass globe, this pump offers all the nostalgia of an antique without the decades of wear or internal grease associated with salvaged units.

It is an ideal choice for interior home decor, providing a clean and colorful focal point for game rooms or offices where a “plug-and-play” piece of history is preferred.

Bidding Opens: Monday, April 20th at 2:00am
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