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RARE May 2006 “Check the Oil!” Petroliana Magazine + Lion Gasoline 5 7/8" Porcelain Sign – Sunoco, Richfield, Gulf, Sinclair, Whiting Brothers!
Hey fellow petroliana collectors! Up for grabs is a super clean, original May 2006 issue of “Check the Oil!” – the legendary publication dedicated to gas & oil memorabilia, vintage service stations, porcelain signs, globes, oil bottles, and automotive history. This isn’t just a magazine – it’s a time capsule packed with rare photos, in-depth articles, and vintage advertising that serious gas station collectors dream about.
PLUS – I’m including a Lion Gasoline porcelain sign!
- Size: 5 7/8" tall
- Material: Heavy porcelain enamel
- Condition: Excellent – bright red background, bold black “LION” lettering, iconic roaring lion graphic
- Perfect for display with your Sinclair, Texaco, or Mobil collection!
This Lion Gasoline dino sign alone is a HUGE value – yours with this magazine!
Magazine Highlights – Page-by-Page Breakdown:
Cover – Sunoco Service Station Photo (1960s)Stunning full-color shot of a mid-century Sunoco station with vintage pumps, porcelain Sunoco signs, Coca-Cola machine, and classic cars at the pumps. Title in bold red script: “Check the Oil!” – May 2006. Perfect man cave or garage decor.
The Stylistic Development of the American Gasoline Station – Part FiveDeep dive into 1920s–1930s architectural evolution. Features Richfield Beacon stations, Gulf Mediterranean-style buildings, and Sinclair streamline designs. Rare photos of Richfield tower stations, campfire autocamps, and early roadside marketing. Must-have for architectural petroliana fans.
Oil Bottles by Ron ThrockmortonClose-up photos of Gibraltar Oil Concentrate, Paranay Motor Fuel, and Guyler Brand Petroleum in wooden 4-bottle carriers. Discusses pre-1940 glass bottles, painted labels, and collectible carriers. Includes Esso motor oil display and vintage Shell Oil bottles.
The Whiting Brothers Courtesy CardFull-page story on the Whiting Brothers chain – independent gas stations across Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas. Features 1950s Whiting Brothers map, red & yellow porcelain signs, and vintage road maps. Includes rare 1962 Whiting Brothers pump island photo.
Standard Oil / Pennzoil / Aetna Road MapsColor spreads of 1962 Standard/Tempo fishing map, 1935 Pennzip/Aetna map, and Shell Oil promotional maps. Highlights advertising partnerships, vintage cartography, and regional oil company branding. Perfect for road map collectors.
The Petrolia Exchange – Classified AdsOver 50 vintage items for sale in 2006:
- Mobil Pegasus signs
- Texaco star porcelain
- Sinclair Dino globes
- Visible gas pumps
- Oilzum cans
- Bennett 646 pumps
- Atlantic porcelain lettersReal petroliana marketplace snapshot from the golden era of collecting.
20th Annual International Petroliana Collectors’ Convention FlyerFull-color insert for the June 16-17, 2006 event in Columbus, Ohio. Includes convention schedule, map, and photos of past displays. Features Lion Gasoline porcelain sign (just like the one included!).
RM sales – The Dingman Ford CollectionFull-page neon ad for the June 9-11, 2006 sale in New Hampshire. Showcases Ford V8 porcelain, Thunderbird neon, Coca-Cola signs, and Cloud 9 Motel neon. Over 50 neon signs and 1,000 tin/porcelain pieces – a collector’s dream event.
Save the 76 Ball! CampaignEmotional plea to save the Union 76 orange ball signs. Includes boycott list, petition info, and vintage 76 station photos. Features Los Angeles 76 ball, Conoco triangle, and Phillips 66 shield.
Top o’ the Pump by Lonnie HopStunning globe collection display with 54+ rare globes:
- Pure Oil
- Hancock
- Deep DXIncludes Jim V’s globe wall and Vandenberg Bros. Oil Co. station in Michigan.
Condition:Magazine is complete, has some wear, no writing, water mark on backside and edge (seen from the backside). Stored flat in a smoke-free home. The Lion Gasoline porcelain sign has minor edge wear but no chips or cracks – displays beautifully.
Why You Need This:
- One of the last great issues of “Check the Oil!” before it went digital
- Packed with rare brands: Sunoco, Richfield, Gulf, Sinclair, Whiting, Lion, Standard, Pennzoil, Texaco, Mobil, Esso
- Perfect reference for porcelain sign collectors, pump restorers, and gas station historians
- Lion Gas & Motor Oil sign – not available anywhere else!
Shipping:
Carefully packed. USPS Mail with tracking.
Buy It Now – Don’t Miss Out!
This is a one-of-a-kind petroliana bundle – magazine + Lion Gasoline porcelain sign. Perfect for your collection, display, or gift to the ultimate gas & oil enthusiast.
Grab it before it’s gone – these don’t come around often! ⛽🦁
