American Road Art – Hupmobile & the Hupp Motor Car Co. – VS2788

Historical Significance: The Hupmobile Legacy

Founded in 1908 by Robert Craig Hupp, the Hupmobile was a symbol of reliability and early engineering prowess. By 1915—the year this sign was manufactured—the Hupp Motor Car Company was a respected rival to the early Ford Motor Company.

This specific sign would have hung outside an official Hupmobile Service Station, guiding early motorists to specialized care for their Model N or Model 32. Owning this piece is more than a decoration; it is a preservation of the American "Brass Era" of motoring.

Condition Report: "Honest Wear" vs. Restoration

In the high-end signage market, originality is the primary driver of value. While many signs from this era have been over-restored or "touched up," this example remains in its original, cleaned-only state.

• Porcelain Enamel: This is true glass-fused-to-steel, not painted tin. It retains the deep blue and crisp white contrast that modern reproductions cannot replicate.

• Patina & Character: The edges show natural oxidation and "rust freckles," confirming its age and authenticity.

• Surface Quality: Minor porcelain chips and light scratches are present, telling the story of its real-world use at a 10th-century dealership.

• Structural Integrity: The sign remains flat and rigid, free of the major warping or rust-through that often plagues century-old steel.

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  Genuine 1915 Hupmobile advertising is becoming increasingly difficult to source as these pieces move into permanent private collections. Don't miss the chance to add this 111-year-old survivor to your portfolio.