VintageLiterature

Hi there, I have available an original early 1920's (undated) Scripps-Booth sales brochure. Covers Sedan, Coupe, Roadster and Touring car. Beautiful piece of vintage advertising with wonderful full colour illustrations. Measures 3 1/2" by 5 3/4" (small brochure) and has 6 pages. Excellent condition for its age overall with slightly rusty staples. Asking $85 shipped to anywhere in North America. Worldwide shipping is also available at extra cost. I prefer paypal but can accept money orders as well (subject to a holding period). I also sell via eBay and can list this item there for you to purchase if preferred.

CarterCar brochure and manual are sold!! I don't currently have 1914 Buick, 1911 Buick or 1911 Cadillac items. However, I frequently purchase literature collections and I will let you know if I come across anything. My current items are available under eBay seller id: 2movesahead

I have available an original 1939 Packard Super 8 Sales Brochure. Covers Four Door 5 Passenger Touring Sedan, Four Door 7 Passenger Touring Sedan, 7 Passenger Limousine, 5 Passenger Convertible Sedan, 2 and 4 Passenger Club Coupe and 2 and 4 Passenger Convertible Coupe. High quality metal bound brochure with stunning full colour illustrations throughout. This brochure has 28 pages and measures 9" by 12" Condition: This item is in good condition for its age overall. There are very light pencil crayon notations on several of the inside pages (dimensions) which do not detract much from the overall look of the piece. There is also some light surface and other wear throughout consistent with the age of the piece. Overall a very nice example. Asking $125 plus $14 shipping to anywhere in the US. Payment by Paypal preferred but I can also accept money orders with a hold time. I sell via Ebay as well if you prefer to purchase there.

I have available an original Carter Car Model 5 owner's manual and a full line sales brochure covering Model 5 and Model 7 cars. Brochure has 24 pages and measures 6" by 8 1/2". It has a vertical crease line running the full length of the brochure. There is also some minor creasing on the front cover near the lower right corner and some stains near the upper right edge of the rear cover. Additionally, there is some light corner and surface wear throughout. This brochure is approximately 100 years old and is in really nice condition for its age overall considering this. Manual has 32 pages and measures 5" by 7 3/4". It is in good condition for its age overall with a grease stain on the rear cover as well as some corner and surface wear consistent with age / use. Asking $150 for the manual and $125 for the sales brochure, or $225 for both. Payment by Paypal preferred, but I can accept money orders with a hold period. I also sell by eBay if you prefer to purchase there.

I have available an original 1919 Dodge Brothers sales brochure. Includes many wonderful illustrations throughout of the different models (Coupe, Sedan, Touring, Business car, etc). I've handled thousands of brochures and this is one of my favourites - an absolute work of art! This brochure has 14 pages and measures 7" by 10". Condition: This brochure is in excellent condition for its age with some light corner and edge wear. Asking $150 plus shipping ($15 with tracking / $8 without to the United States). Also happy to ship worldwide including within Canada. PM for rates. Paypal payment preferred but I'm open to money orders with a holding period.

I came across this item for sale - it appears to be an original early tintype photo of Henry Ford demonstrating the Quadricycle. This is a well known image and published copies I have seen appear to be lighter and with more detail (I've attached another photo from Wikipedia of the same image to show the difference). What are your thoughts on this item? I believe that it is a real vintage tintype due to wear and the border damage. However, I'm not so certain that it was taken at the demonstration itself. Perhaps it's an early photo of another photo taken of the image? What would the value of something like this be? This forum has always been tremendously helpful and I really appreciate any replies / insights?

Thanks everyone for your feedback! I think the 1911 Oldsmobile is right on for the early photo. The Studebaker looks to also be the right guess based on the trim piece - difficult to tell for certain since the angle is so different. I never would have guessed Skoda! Here's a close up of the group photo:

Hi there, I collect vintage automotive sales literature and photographs and am hoping someone here can help identify the cars in these images: 1) The photo of multiple cars is a press photo taken in Montreal. The image is stamped 1950 but I believe the cars may be late 1940's? There are Sedan and Panel Truck versions shown. 2) The photo of the lady changing a tire is from Cuba and likely taken in the 1950's or 1960's. 3) The early photograph is from St Catharines, Ontario, Canada. I believe this may be a Buick but not certain of the exact model. Any ideas? Appreciate your help! Mike.

Amazing, thanks!! This forum is incredible with these types of identifications!

Thanks Frank! That looks exactly right

Hi, I came across these two vintage photos in a collection of automotive literature I recently purchased in Toronto, Canada. Any help identifying the vehicles pictured would be most appreciated! Car #1 has an Ontario, Canada license plate dated 1940. The vehicle pictured is therefore likely late 1930's to 1940. Car #2 appears to be from the late 1910's or early 1920's. Thanks! Mike.

No worries - I'll let you know if I come across those issues.

Thanks!! 1909 Olds Model D looks correct!

I don't have January unfortunately, but I do have April 1913 and August 1917 Motor Magazines if you're interested...

Hi, I recently purchased a large collection of early automotive brochures, magazines and related items dating back to 1901. The early photo attached was part of this purchase and is now one of my favourite items in my collection. The photo was definitely taken in Canada and the 'St Catharines' pennant pictured refers to a city in Ontario. The photo is obviously very early judging by the license plate on the vehicle. My best guess is that this car is a McLaughlin-Buick from the 1910's but I honestly have no idea. The last time I posted a mystery car photo, the incredible people on this forum came through in identifying that car as an early / very rare Isotta Fraschini. I'm confident someone out there will know exactly what this beautiful automobile is as well. Any insights are greatly appreciated!

Hi, Hoping a fellow literature collector can help shed some light on a recent find. I purchased a very large collection of early literature recently, with items dating back to 1901 to as recent as the 1980's. Most of the early pieces are unquestionably original, including some very rare and valuable pieces (e.g. a 1907 Packard brochure). However, the collection also included some high quality 1960's/1970's Rolls Royce Owner's club and Clymer reprints of early brochures. The item I am uncertain about is this early 1930's Duesenberg brochure (see photos). There are a couple currently listed on eBay in considerably worse condition than mine and the appearance is otherwise identical. My brochure is in excellent condition with some light wear, but I do have many items from this era (and even earlier) in similar condition. There are no markings anywhere on the brochure to suggest it is a reprint and the paper stock / printing are very high quality and closely match the listed originals. While I am 90% confident that my item is original based on the items it was found with, I also have some feeling that there is a possibility this is an old reproduction from the 1950's or 1960's. Is anyone aware of any reproductions done of this particular brochure? If so, is there any way to validate whether my find is an original or high-quality early repro? Any insights would be greatly appreciated!

Hi there, I'm offering four incredible vintage New York Auto Show programs on eBay this week. These are extremely rare pieces with some amazing advertisements, articles and historical show information. All items are 100% original and there are lots more photos in the ebay listings. 1) 1936 New York National Automobile Show program - $175 - ebay 360452772314 2) 1936 Buffalo, New York Auto Show Program - $200 - ebay 360452769815 3) 1915 Watertown, New York Automobile Show Program - $75 - ebay 390411276958 4) 1928 New York Automobile Show Program - $300 - ebay 360452569525 Items are located in Toronto, Canada and are only available to purchase through eBay. I will ship worldwide. This is a rare opportunity for a serious collector. I'll be listing more great early literature in the very near future so stay tuned! My other items can be viewed here: Sales Brochure, Paint Chips items in 2movesahead Automotive Literature store on eBay!

Hi, I have a decent number of vintage car and truck Owner's and Shop Manuals available for sale. All items are currently available on eBay for the prices listed, though I may be negotiable for some. 1929 Packard Eight Owner's Manual (fair-good condition) $150 1941 Fiat 1500 Owner's Manual (German text, good condition) $125 1933 Plymouth Six Owner's Manual (good condition) $49 1937 Chevrolet Master & Master Deluxe Owner's Manual (good) $49 1946 Dodge Owner's Manual (excellent condition) $49 1938 Chevrolet Passenger Car Owner's Manual $35 1956 Lincoln Shop Manual $49 1958 Lincoln & Continental Shop Manual $49 1964 Jeep J Series Shop Manual $49 1967 Jeep Jeepster & Commando Shop Manual $49 1960 Dodge & Fargo Truck Service Manual $35 1953 Ford Owner's Manual (good condition) $35 1946 Oldsmobile Hydra-Matic Transmission Shop Manual $35 1951 Chrylser Owner's Manual (Fair-Good condition) $25 1950 Ford Owner's Manual (good condition) $25 1940 Dodge & Fargo Truck Parts List Manual (Fair) $25 1973 Chrysler Owner's Manual (excellent) $20 1978 AMC Owner's Manual (excellent) $20 1950 Pontiac Owner's Manual (fair) $20 Please note that items are located in Toronto, Canada, and that prices do not include shipping. Let me know if you're interested in anything... Regards, Mike.

Wow!! You guys are absolutely incredible! Thank you!! Ivan, I really appreciate the detailed history. I've been fascinated by this car since coming across the photo and it's great to finally learn the background.

I found this photo in a small 'save from the dump' lot of misc. literature I purchased last year. The lot was the last scraps from a collection which, before being sold off piece by piece, spanned 1930's Bugatti brochures to 1980's Chevette. Despite my best efforts, I have had no luck identifying the car in this image. Frustratingly, there is a stain covering the radiator badge. The photo itself is relatively large (8x10) and I believe this may be a press or promotional photo for the automaker. This is one of my favourite items and I would love to be able to identify the vehicle itself and learn more about its history. I would also be very interested to learn the identities of the driver (very clearly shown) and passenger who I think may have some historical significance. Any ideas? :confused: Your help would be greatly appreciated!

Hi Marc, thank you for replying to my posting! I have sent you a personal email requesting more information.

Hi, I'm interested in purchasing larger collections (20+ pieces minimum) of quality vintage automotive sales brochures, owner's manuals and related items. All pieces must be between 1900 and 1970 and in good to excellent condition for their age (exceptions for rarer / more interesting items). I am located in Toronto, Canada, but have bought and sold thousands of sales brochures online as a hobby for over 7 years. I can pay via Paypal in U.S. funds and, if possible, I believe the safest way to set up an online transaction is through an eBay buy it now listing. However, I am open to other secure purchase methods. I am happy to pay shipping. I pay fair wholesale prices for larger collections. If you have a literature collection and are looking to sell, let me know what you have - maybe we can make a deal. Regards, Mike. Please note that I am not looking to purchase the following items at this time: Single pieces, Magazines & Magazine Ads, Reproduction brochures, Heavy Shop Manuals, Chilton and other Repair Manuals (But thanks for offering!).

As a new member to the forums, I want to share a very unique brochure I recently acquired - 1929? BMW (I believe the 1928 model would have mentioned the Dixi name). This is European market with German text and was part of an attic-find collection of a gentleman who's grandfather had collected these items new in Poland. I've been collecting/selling vintage literature as a hobby for a while now and I've never seen another piece similar to this.