1990s Illuminated Rothmans Racing Porsche Sign
Item Details
- Seller: vo152
- Location: United Kingdom PH3 1RA
- Lot #: M-0040399-DT
Available for auction is a genuine illuminated double-sided Porsche Rothmans Racing sign, thought to be from the 1990s. The seller states the sign was produced by the German firm Rudolf, a sign manufacturer known for their Porsche sign and event displays. The sign measures approximately 39” inches in height, and 30” inches in length, with a width of 4” inches. The sign is constructed of an aluminum frame and features two translucent panels with the Porsche Rothmans Racing logotypes. The seller states the original fluorescent lighting has been updated to energy-efficient LED lights and is currently wired to a UK plug (a US/European adaptor will be included). A genuine Rudolf sticker can be seen on the lower portion of the sign's frame.
Beginning in 1982, Rothmans Racing an already established name in the automotive world began supporting factory Porsche race teams. This partnership helped catapult the iconic Porsche 956 to a 1-2-3 finish in the 1982 24 Hours of Le Mans. They would go on to win the series three additional times throughout the 80s. Rothmans-Porsche also won the 1985 World Sportscar Championship before the team officially pulled out of the series in 1987. In 1984 Porsche produced the 911 SC RS rally car specifically for Rothmans with the newly formed Prodrive team and David Richards behind the wheel. Continuing the rally domination, Rothmans also sponsored the winning Porsche team at the 1986 Paris-Dakar Rally. Rothmans Racing ceased its involvement with Porsche towards the late 80s.
The seller states that the sign is in excellent working order and adorns flawless front/rear graphics. Don’t miss the opportunity to own this rare piece of automotive history. The seller states a wooden crate will be included with the purchase. The buyer is responsible for shipping, shipping insurance, handling, and transactional fees.
Auction Results
- Sold for: $2,903
- Auction End: Mar 13, 2024 03:02:04PM UTC
- Number of Offers: 4
Comments (13)
Sold for $2,903
Offer in the amount of $2,903
@Sydmachine Thank you sincerely. I will look out for the deal tank offer and look forward to chatting with you soon.
Many thanks
@vo152 We have a deal.
@Sydmachine I have just spoken with FedEx and the cheapest shipping cost would be $403.31 for the economy service with full insurance cover. The delivery would take place in approximately 10-14 days time.
@Sydmachine I will find out now for you. Thank you.
Any clue as to shipping to 63701?
@Sydmachine Hello and thank you sincerely for the offer on the sign. We are both quite close to a potential sale here.
I will send over a counter offer which is really the absolute best I can do for the sign to be sold.
Thank you once again.
Offer in the amount of $2,000
Offer in the amount of $500
Offer in the amount of $250
Hello everyone and thank you for viewing this auction.
This is a superb piece of advertising and automotive art to display in the garage, office or even the home.
Please take your time to read over the listing and to view the additional photographs in the gallery.
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Bid in the amount of $175