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1930s National Tyre Distributors Association Porcelain Neon Sign – NS6149

This extremely rare, original 1930s British Tyre Service Station (NTDA) porcelain neon sign is the type of item that serves as a collection centerpiece for even the most serious automobilia aficionado. Measuring 31″ x 21″, it is preserved in authentic, unrestored vintage condition and features fully rebuilt neon powered by all solid-state transformers.

Description

National Tyre Distributors Association Sign: 1930's Era Neon Automobilia

This rare, neon National Tyre Distributors Association sign is an original collectible British advertisement from the 1930's. These signs were displayed at authorized service providers, who were members of the National Tyre Distributors Association, which has operated in the United Kingdom since 1930. At ArtFactory.com we have one of the largest selections of original, neon, lighted, and vintage collectible signs for sale anywhere, guaranteed authentic, and backed by over a century of experience. The rectangular sign is 31 inches tall by 21 inches wide, and is a genuine vintage porcelain enamel sign, with fully rebuilt neon, on a 5 1/2 inch deep metal can. The sign has an orange background, with a graphic of a tyre in the upper area, and "NTDA" in the center. The lower area of the sign reads "Tyre Service Station" in orange lettering, against a white banner. The lettering "NTDA", and "Tyre Service Station" light up in orange neon. The outer edge of the sign lights up in white neon. The sign is in excellent condition for a sign of its age as pictured. Like all of our vintage automobilia signs, it is in original, unrestored condition. However, all neon, SOLID STATE transformers and electrical parts have been fully rebuilt or replaced by our experts. The neon features a separate on/off toggle.

National Tyre Distributors Association Sign Additional Details

This vintage neon National Tyre Distributors Association sign is original memorabilia from one of the world's most iconic brands. It is sold in original unrestored condition because our belief is that signs should not be restored because every ding, dent, and blemish is part of the history and story of the item. We are a one stop shop when it comes to outfitting your man cave or game room. We can can outfit an entire gas station or automotive themed room for you, or help you find that one special item that has been missing from your collection. In addition to signs, we have vintage visible gas pumps, oil pumps, lubesters, and more that we have fully restored to working, museum quality condition. Our petroliana restorations are the best in the business because nobody has been doing it longer, or pays as much attention to detail.

This rare and hard to find, vintage neon National Tyre Distributors Association sign is just one of hundreds of original, collectible automobilia and petroliana signs currently for sale at ArtFactory.com. Like all of our vintage collectible signs, it is guaranteed authentic, investment quality memorabilia. We specialize in those hard to find signs that serious collectors are looking for. All antique collectables offered are genuine memorabilia and appreciable assets, not fake reproductions. All items are fine collectable art at the highest world class collector level. Contact us for pricing on this vintage neon National Tyre Distributors Association sign, or any of our collectible Americana, antique signs, old gas pumps, and classic collectables at 1-800-292-0008.

National Tyre Distributors Association Sign Specifications

  • Type: Lighted Vintage Genuine Porcelain Sign With Fully Rebuilt Neon And Wiring As Well As  Metal Housing Can
  • Sides: Single Sided
  • Shape: Rectangular
  • Company: National Tyre Distributors Association
  • Product: Tyre Service Station
  • Era: 1930's
  • Country Of Manufacture: United Kingdom
  • Color: Oarnage/White/Black
  • Neon Color: White (Border)/Orange (Lettering)
  • Dimensions: 31 Inches Tall By 21 Inches Wide (5 1/2 Inches Deep Metal Can)
  • Condition: Original Porcelain Sign, Not Restored Or Doctored
  • As-Is, See Photos For Details
  • Neon Details: All neon and solid state transformers, wiring, mounts, switches, and wires have been replaced.
  • Comes with H.J. Nick exclusive “Fast Hanger Bar” Allowing a simple and easy way to hang straight and true every time.
  • Housing Can Rebuilt In Heavy Gage Steel And Finished For Indoor Or Outdoor Use
  • Neon has separate toggle pull chord as pictured so that the sign can easily be switched on and off with out unplugging. 

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About National Tyre Distributors Association

The National Tyre Distributors Association (NTDA) is a trade association based in the United Kingdom. It was created in 1930 and represents tyre wholesalers, retailers and fast fit companies across the UK. It also has supplier members that include leading tyre manufacturers and automotive aftermarket companies. It represents the interests of those members by actively lobbying UK and European Government in relation to key issues such as non-compliant, unsafe and illegal part-worn tyres, tyre ageing, tyre tread depth law, EU Tyre Labelling and environmentally sound collection and disposal of tyres. The NTDA directorate is based in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire.

Read More At: National Tyre Distributors Association on Wikipedia

History

This rare sign was created for the National Tyre Distributors Association, a British trade organization founded in 1930 to represent professional tyre dealers, distributors, repair shops and service stations throughout the United Kingdom. Signs of this type identified an authorized member establishment and gave motorists confidence that the business followed recognized professional standards.

The unmistakably British spelling “Tyre Service Station,” combined with the bold tyre graphic, orange porcelain background and NTDA initials, makes this a highly distinctive example of early roadside automotive advertising. The original sign measures approximately 31 inches tall by 21 inches wide, mounted on a housing about 5½ inches deep.

Original Condition

The historic porcelain-enamel face remains genuine and original. It has not been repainted, re-porcelainized or cosmetically doctored.

Visible chips and small areas of porcelain loss remain around the perimeter, corners and original mounting locations. These marks are consistent with decades of commercial service and exposure. The principal tyre artwork, lettering, orange background and white service-station panel remain strong and highly presentable.

This is exactly the type of honest aging serious collectors prefer. Removing or painting over these marks would erase part of the sign’s history.

H.J. Nick 101-Point Restoration

The restoration preserved the original porcelain face while completely rebuilding the structural and operating components:

  • New heavy-gauge metal housing can
  • New electrical wiring and connections
  • New solid-state transformers
  • New porcelain tube supports and mounting hardware
  • New switches, service access and power components
  • New hand-bent and hand-blown neon glass
  • White neon perimeter border
  • Warm orange-red neon for the NTDA initials
  • Warm yellow-orange neon for “Tyre Service Station”
  • Independent pull-chain operating switch
  • Secure rear mounting system

No paint was applied to conceal chips, scratches or age on the original porcelain. The restoration returns the sign to dependable operating condition without pretending that the historic face is new.

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