Check the Oil Promotions, LLC


PO Box 1523, Massillon, Ohio 44648
616-392-1604

About Auction House

Based in Massillon, OH, Check the Oil Promotions is an industry-leading auction house and long-standing publication created by and for passionate collectors. Since 1983, we’ve been a trusted name in the world of oil and gas auctions, specializing in petroliana, antique advertising, and gas and oil collectables. From rare gas pumps and branded globes to vintage signs and classic oil cans, our expertly curated auctions are a must-visit destination for serious collectors and enthusiasts alike. We host over a dozen online oil gas auctions annually, featuring unique pieces of automobilia, Americ...Read More
ana, and retro service station memorabilia. Whether you're a seasoned collector or just beginning your journey into the fascinating world of vintage advertising, Check the Oil Promotions delivers an authentic and exciting auction experience. Join our growing community of bidders and discover timeless treasures that celebrate the golden age of motoring.Read Less

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    Legacy Petroliana and Advertising Collections to Sell with Check the Oil This June

    Three major, long-term collections of petroliana and advertising collectibles will lead Check the Oil’s Annual Premier Auction this year. Over 550 lots will cross the auction block on June 21, 2025. Live bidding will be held onsite in Columbus, OH with online bidding options available through LiveAuctioneers.  Rare items collected by the late George Chrin, the late David Derrick, and Thornton and Pam Beroth will be highlighted in this event. Mr. Chrin was a dedicated collector who sought out key pieces over the last 30+ years, specializing in roadside lighthouse signs and unique, unrestored gas pumps. Mr. Derrick was a beloved member of the collecting community who was known for his outgoing and friendly personality. His soda collection focused on high-grade graphic signs. The Beroths are also legacy collectors, known for their well-established museum collection in Pilot Mountain, NC. As the Beroths owned and operated several Amoco stations, their collection especially highlights rare Amoco and affiliated branded pieces. Items from each of these collections will be up for bid this June, offering collectors an opportunity to browse exceptional rarities.  Iconic Sun-Rae Gasoline and Motor Oil Porcelain SSP Sign Leading this sale is a six-color porcelain sign for Sun-Rae gasoline and motor oil (lot #0079; estimate: USD 500 - $10,000). This piece comes to auction in good condition after being professionally color-matched. It features vivid colors and a landscape scene at the center, a rare variation. Graded 8.5, the sign measures 42 inches long and 30.5 inches high. Other notable gasoline and motor oil signs in the catalog include a Johnson Motor Oil and Gasoline porcelain sign (lot #0082; estimate: $500 - $10,000), a graphic Buffalo Gasoline milk glass gas pump globe (lot #0117; estimate: $500 - $10,000), and an Amoco American porcelain sign (lot #0246; estimate: $500 - $10,000).  Unrestored Wayne Model 492 Roman Column Visible Gas Pump Another key lot is #0091, an unrestored Wayne model 492 Roman column visible gas pump (estimate: $500 - $10,000). Coming to the market in its original condition, this pump has numerous intact and historical features, such as its original glass cylinder and…

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    Check the Oil to Offer Treasure Trove of Gasoline Advertising, Vintage Memorabilia

    Three legacy collections of automobile and gasoline advertising memorabilia are simultaneously hitting the market this June. Check the Oil will offer its Annual Premier Auction on June 21, 2025. The offerings this year include over 550 lots of porcelain signs, gas pumps, countertop displays, and other collectibles. Many of these items were carefully collected over decades, making this sale a rare opportunity to browse hidden gems and unusual rarities.  Auction Daily examines some of the hot lots in this sale.  Iconic Sun-Rae gasoline and motor oil porcelain SSP sign. Image courtesy of Check the Oil.  Sun-Rae Gasoline and Motor Oil Sign An extremely rare porcelain sign for Sun-Rae gasoline and motor oil is leading this auction catalog (lot #0079; estimate: USD 500 - $10,000). The six-color sign features an uncommon landscape scene in the center, encircled by the company’s name and location (Rochester, NY). A brand of F. B. Rae Oil Co., Sun-Rae produced many visually striking signs that are prized collectibles today. A sunburst appears behind the words “Sun-Rae,” drawing the viewer’s eye to the sign’s center. The available example comes to auction with good color and gloss, according to Check the Oil. Some areas have been professionally color-matched.  Unrestored Wayne model 492 Roman column visible gas pump. Image courtesy of Check the Oil.  Unrestored Wayne Visible Gas Pump Another key lot in this gasoline advertising sale is an unrestored Wayne model 492 Roman column visible gas pump (lot #0091; estimate: $500 - $10,000). Still in its original glory, this pump contains several rare elements: an original one-piece milk glass globe, a glass cylinder with no visible damage, and a white cloth hose.  This ten-gallon capacity pump belonged to Wayne’s 490s series of visible pumps. Designed to resemble elegant Roman and Greek columns, these pumps were marketed to upscale neighborhoods with modern amenities in the 1920s. Few of these visible pumps survive today, making them highly sought on the secondary market.  Graphic Buffalo Gasoline milk glass gas pump globe. Image courtesy of Check the Oil.  Buffalo Gasoline Milk Glass Globe Another key lot in the upcoming sale is a…

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