Are any of the vintage gas station pumps for sale?
Part of the Retro Museum, some of the vintage gas station pumps and accessories shown here were restored by us, though we are no longer in the restoration business. Sorry, these items are not for sale.
What kind of gas pump did they have in 1935?
The 1935 Model 60 gas pump answered the need for a more modern and attractive computing pump. It featured a more streamlined deco design and was a tremendous hit. The Wayne Model 50 Displaymeter has the elegant art deco stepped sides typical in the ’30s Wayne design, with the addition of the 4 glass sides and shelves to display merchandise.
What was the design of a gas pump in the 50s?
Pumps began to get more streamlined in the mid-50s, but the design of a pump was still very much an important part of marketing and branding. Sleek paints and rounded edges were still norm, as were top-mounted globes emblazoned with the brand’s logo. The Tokheim 350-P Texaco Gas Pump was a single unit – called the twin – that served up two brands.
What companies made gas pumps in the 1960s?
Producers like Gilbarco, Wayne and Erie made pumps for well-known brands,including Texaco, Mobil, Dino and Shell. Accessories were designed and painted in similar fashion
What is a 350 P gas pump?
The Tokheim 350-P Texaco Gas Pump was a single unit – called the twin – that served up two brands. There is a glass-covered face on each side, making it possible to pump gas from both sides of the pump. The one we showcase here was produced by The Tokheim Corporation (Cedar Rapids, Iowa) from 1956 to 1960.
What is gas station signage?
Gas station signage itself was a work of art. Whether displayed on pumps and accessories, or rotating atop a pole that could be seen for miles, design was key to projecting the right message.
When was the first computing pump invented?
In 1933, one of the oldest and most successful original pump makers, Wayne Company, revolutionized the service station industry when it introduced the first computing pump. It was named Model 40. The 1935 Model 60 gas pump answered the need for a more modern and attractive computing pump. It featured a more streamlined deco design ...
When was the Model 93 made?
Production of the Model 93 began in 1947 , and lasted for several years. Both units shown below have been restored.
When was the 90 Eco air meter invented?
Circa 1950 , the Model 90 Eco Air Meter (right) is the one everyone remembers. To operate this air meter, you set the pressure by turning the handle and then you’d put the chuck on the tire stem; the bell started ringing and the tire filled. This pedestal air meter was not run on electricity, but by air pressure.
When was the Wayne 501 Island Display introduced?
The Wayne 501 Island Display was introduced in 1955 to be used beside the Wayne 500 series gas pumps. The 501 was not a pump; it was designed and used specifically for displaying small automotive products. The top has a revolving display platform where products, like headlights, would be placed.