September Premier Advertising - Day 1 Auction on Sep 18, 2026 by Richmond Auctions in SC
September Premier Advertising - Day 1
Reddy Kilowatt 7' Die Cut Figural Double Sided Tin Factory Neon Sign
Rare Utica Fishing Tackle For Sale Here w/ Fishermen & Trout Double Sided Tin Flange Sign
Rare Flying A Gasoline "GAS" 5' Single Sided Porcelain Factory Neon Sign w/ Chicken Wing logo
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Greenville, SC, United States
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September Premier Advertising - Day 1


Richmond Auctions is proud to present our Premier Signs, Advertising & Memorabilia Auction, taking place September 18th and 19th, 2026, and featuring the Ken Walker Collection. Over the years, Ken has built an expansive collection of rare and unique automobilia, and we are very excited to feature many of his exceptional pieces in this incredible two-day event. The auction begins at 9 AM daily, with doors opening at 8 AM, in Greenville, South Carolina.

This premier event features an extraordinary selection of top-tier porcelain signs, neon, petroliana, and iconic Americana advertising. It is a unique opportunity to acquire foundational, investment-grade pieces while celebrating a shared passion for preserving historic advertising. We are honored to bring these exceptional collections to market and look forward to seeing many familiar faces in Greenville this September.

ABSENTEE & PHONE BIDS: To place absentee bids or schedule a phone bid, please contact Heather at (864) 982-5536.

PAYMENTS: We accept credit cards, cashier's checks, e-checks, wire transfers and cash at pick up. The buyer's premium will be added to all sales. A convenience fee will be added to all credit card transactions. Items purchased from Richmond Auctions LLC are subject to all state and local taxes unless appropriate tax-exempt forms are filed with Richmond LLC. Online buyers will receive an invoice via email at the conclusion of the auction.

SHIPPING: Richmond Auctions offers in-house shipping for online purchases. Please see Terms & Conditions for additional shipping information. If you need to arrange shipping or pick up, please contact Perry at (864) 991-1580. Purchases are eligible for free delivery to Fall Hershey on October 6-8, 2026 or other shows attended by Richmond Auctions. Free pick up at the McCandless Collection in Burlington, NC is also available.
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Dooling Frog Tether Car by Randy Giovenale: The artistic genius of Randy Giovenale is apparent in this interpretation of the Dooling Brothers Frog. This is a non-powered version with beautiful paintwork and hand painted graphics. All items are
Est.
$50
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$1,000,000
$50
Super Sonic Tether Car by Gil Donaldson: Introduced in 1947 the Super Sonic Sleek ?low line? prototype car styled in contemporary Indy style car fashion. This is a rare example of a very complete car with original gas tank and all wired and
Est.
$50
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$1,000,000
$50
1950 Long Tai Curly Tether Car by Curly Clover: The famous C&R Curly car built by Curly Glover from Hayward, California. This is a very original example of a Dooling 61 Powered Long Tail Rail Car. The fiberglass body was made by Carl Haglund
Est.
$50
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$1,000,000
$50
1939 Dooling Mercury Midget Tether Car: The Dooling Mercury Midget was also known as the 1st series Front Drive. This is a very special car featured in Bob Ames book page 20. This car came from the Walt Peterson Collection. It features a
Est.
$50
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$1,000,000
$50
1939 B.B. Korn Meteor Tether Car: The B.B. Korn Specially Manufacturing Co. in Los Angeles, CA, offered its first commercial race car product, The Meteor. This is a very unique car featuring a hand hammered body by Zip Grandell.
Est.
$50
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$1,000,000
$50
1940 Champion Speedway Tether Car: This car was designed and built by Bill Atwood of Champion Products, Los Angeles, California in 1940. This car is a true survivor with all of the original internal components still intact. This is a
Est.
$50
-
$1,000,000
$50
1939 JL Special Tether Car: Produced by John Lockridge of JL Engineering, located in Santa Monica, California in 1940. This is a beautiful example of the JL Special restored to the finest quality. Powered by an Atwood engine,
Est.
$50
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$1,000,000
$50
1939 Dooling Mercury Rear Drive Tether Car: Built by the Dooling Brothers of Los Angeles, California, this car is commonly known as the Rear Drive. This car has been beautifully resorted with gorgeous paint, custom dash and gauges, steering
Est.
$50
-
$1,000,000
$50
Mortin M-5 Tether Car: Custom built by Don Edmunds for various different collectors. Features hand formed aluminum body with brushed finish, cast nose and pan. Finished with McCoy style wheels and tires. All items are
Est.
$50
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$1,000,000
$50
1941 Olsen Interceptor Tether Car: This rare all magnesium Streamliner was introduced by Robert E. Olsen Machine Works of Venice, California in 1941. The car is complete with a Hornet 60 engine and all the electrical components are in
Est.
$50
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$1,000,000
$50
1940 Dallaire Bullet Tether Car: A beautiful contemporary example of the Dallaire Bullet. Powered by a rare Dennymite/Bird conversion. Pristine paint Tony Orlando with fine graphics. Custom dash, gauges, steering wheel, windshield,
Est.
$50
-
$1,000,000
$50
1939 Dooling Mercury Rear Drive Tether Car: Built by the Dooling Brothers of Los Angeles, California. It?s commonly known as the Rear Drive. This car is assemble with all its original parts but never received an engine. Rare to find a car like
Est.
$50
-
$1,000,000
$50
1940 Dooling Mercury Tether Car: Built by the Dooling Brothers in 1940 commonly known as the Second Series Front Drive. This is one of the most exceptional examples of the Front Drive that you will ever see. Powered by a twin plug
Est.
$50
-
$1,000,000
$50
Track Master (Box Car) Tether Car: This car was built by Ed Tate. A very nice example of the Track Master. Powered by a prewar Dennymite engine. Beautiful paint with 3 piece louvered hood and original Gardner wheels and tires. All
Est.
$50
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$1,000,000
$50
1939 Dooling Mercury Midget Tether Car: The Dooling Mercury Midget was also known as the 1st Series Front Drive. This car is all original with a wood tail section. Powered by a Brown Jr. engine, it was owned and raced by George Nutting. A
Est.
$50
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$1,000,000
$50
1939 Alexander Flat Tail Tether Car: Built by Colonel E. Alexander in Inglewood, California in the late 1930s. This car is all original with Spin-Tru wheels and tires. Powered by a Brown Jr. engine. This type of car is very rare. All
Est.
$50
-
$1,000,000
$50
1939 Alexander Deluxe Tether Car: This Alexander Deluxe Indy Car was built by Jerry Bryant off original patterns. This highly polished are features a detailed cockpit, custom fabricated exhaust pipe and is powered by a prewar
Est.
$50
-
$1,000,000
$50
1940 Cunningham Special: Designed and created by Jim Cunningham, an aircraft engineer, in 1940. Completely built from scratch with the design of a Dooling 1st Series Front Drive in mind. Powered by a Dennymite conversion
Est.
$50
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$1,000,000
$50
1941 Rexner Zipper: Built by J.R Gardner Co. and designed by Zip Grandell. This car was die formed out of .085 Aluminum. Powered by a Super Cyke spur drive engine. This car is compete with coil, condenser, batteries,
Est.
$50
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$1,000,000
$50
Dooling Frog Tether Car by Randy Giovenale: The artistic genius of Randy Giovenale is apparent in this interpretation of the Dooling Brothers Frog. This is a non-powered version with a beautifully polished finish. All items are guaranteed
Est.
$50
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$1,000,000
$50
1940 Air Flow Tether Car: In 1940 Air Flow Industries of New York City introduced two cars, the Standard Defender and the Deluxe Air Flow. This is an original car stamped No. 27 in the nose, equipped with Gardner wheels and
Est.
$50
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$1,000,000
$50
1940 Duesenberg Tether Car: Produced by the Duesenberg Model Car Company under the direction of Augie Duesenberg. This beautifully restored original example is powered by a Hassad custom engine. Highly polished, this car is
Est.
$50
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$1,000,000
$50
Dooling Frog Tether Car: Over the top interpretation of this example of the Dooling Frog. Custom wheel pants, front and rear cabin windows. Powered by a Super Cyke .60, it?s all wired with batteries and ready to go. Highly
Est.
$50
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$1,000,000
$50