
It always amuses me when Mrs. G says that I’m too hard to buy Christmas presents for. Let’s face it, more than just a car guy, I’m a guy. I’m easily pleased and absolutely anything related to cars will make me happy. Heck, I would be tickled pink to wake up on the morning of the 25th to a box of Hot Wheels!
So for all those spouses who don’t know what to buy your car geek, The Garage is offering our 1st Annual Holiday Gift Guide. For the next two weeks, we’ll have a gift idea a day to help you fill that space under the tree.
To kick things off, I have to thank Gary Faules for directing me towards Plan59. This Fairfax, Virginia based company is dedicated to mid-century American commercial art. They have an absolutely incredible assortment of advertising and that includes a stunning array of automotive creations.
The best part is that they are super affordable, with 19×13 inch prints from as low as 16 bucks! What better way to begin your favorite car nut’s art collection?
Is the collection already growing? Maybe it’s time for a truly unique piece.

Plan59 recently acquired this 1938 Antonio Petruccelli original and have recreated it 4 ways for enthusiasts. From a museum quality 13×19 piece for only $55, serious collectors with lots of space can opt for one of only ten 44×56 inch prints for $750.
Visit Plan59’s main page to get excited and then head on into their store to get shopping!





3 comments ↓
Oooo those are nice.
Should I send the link to Mrs S?
Gary
The old car illustrations are so so cool.
There is currently on exhibit (til this Sunday) at the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia a show entitled “Future Retro”, a large collection of original concept, model presentation and advertising illustrations from North American car companies. It knocked my socks off … they are stunning!
I scored a couple of the show catalogues, but it’s nothing like the original art.
Cheers!
Paul
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