Vintage Valvoline Racing Oil Enamel Advertising Sign Plaque. The description of this item has been automatically translated. Vintage Valvoline Racing Oil Enamel Metal Sign. 40x60cm embossed workshop decoration. Racing oil Enamel metal sign with a classic red background, white oval and the iconic V logo. A beautiful piece for the garage, workshop or as a decorative element with authentic industrial character and visible patina. Valvoline is one of the oldest motor oil brands in the world and was founded in the 19th century. Founded in the USA in the 19th century. The brand became particularly well known in the 1960s-1980s performance era, when it supplied oils for racing, muscle cars and high-performance engines. The term “Racing Oil” stands for the close connection to the motorsport culture and workshop environment of that time. Material: Steel with enamel coating. Version: Embossed (raised font and motifs). Fastening: 4 holes in the corners. ? Material & workmanship. Solid metal (not thin sheet metal). Enamel coating with shine. Embossed details for depth and texture. Visible Rust spots on the edges and mounting holes. Paint chips and signs of wear. Lightweight Scratches and signs of age. Low Deformation/curvature of the plate. Overall good vintage condition with nice patina. (Please look at the pictures carefully). ? Age & originality. The design (Valvoline “V” logo in a white oval on a red background) originally comes from the brand phase of 1970s-1980s. Based on processing, embossing, weight and aging. Not a modern, thin reproduction sign. Probably one older enamel sign, made about 1980s-1990s. Differences from modern reproductions. Real embossing (not printed flat). Natural aging and enamel wear. All information is given to the best of our knowledge and belief. No guarantee is given for the exact age or historical originality. ? ENGLISH VERSION?? 40x60cm Embossed Garage Decor. Racing oil Enamel metal sign featuring the classic red background with white oval and the iconic V logo. A great piece for garage, workshop, or automotive decor with authentic industrial character and visible age. Valvoline is one of the oldest motor oil brands in the world, founded in the 19th century in the United States. The brand became especially well known during the 1960s-1980s performance era, supplying oils for racing, muscle cars, and high-performance engines. “Racing Oil” branding like this was commonly associated with motorsport culture and automotive workshops of that period. Design: Embossed (raised lettering and graphics). Mounting: 4 corner holes. ? Materials & Build. Solid metal construction (not thin tin). Enamel-coated finish with gloss. Embossed details give depth to lettering and logo. Visible rust around edges and mounting holes. Some paint chips and surface wear. Minor scratches and marks from age/use. Slightly bending/warping of the panel. Overall: good vintage condition with strong character and patina. (Please see photos for full details). ? Age & Originality. The design style (Valvoline “V” logo inside white oval on red background) originates from branding used roughly between the 1970s-1980s. Based on construction, embossing, weight, and wear. This sign is not a modern thin reproduction. It appears to be an older enamel sign, likely produced circa 1980s-1990s. Compared to modern reproductions. True embossed surface (not flat printed). Real enamel wear and natural oxidation. These characteristics distinguish it from newer decorative reproductions. All information is provided to the best of our knowledge and research. No formal guarantee is given regarding exact dating or historical originality. Vintage style Valvoline Racing oil Enamel metal sign featuring the classic red background with white oval and the iconic V logo. The design style (Valvoline “V” logo inside white oval on red background) originates from branding used.