{"product_id":"raybestos-vee-cord-fan-belts-and-wall-mount","title":"Raybestos Vee-Cord Fan Belts Wall-Mounted Display Rack","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"274\" data-end=\"599\"\u003eA superb example of mid-century garage advertising, this Raybestos “Vee-Cord Fan Belts” wall-mounted display was once a familiar sight in motor parts shops and service stations across Britain. Combining practical storage with eye-catching branding, it’s a true piece of workshop history from the golden age of motoring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"601\" data-end=\"620\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"621\" data-end=\"933\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"621\" data-end=\"660\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"623\" data-end=\"660\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"623\" data-end=\"631\"\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late 1950s–early 1960s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"755\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"663\" data-end=\"755\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"663\" data-end=\"676\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Painted metal rack with cardboard fan belt boxes and branded header sign.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"756\" data-end=\"850\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"758\" data-end=\"850\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"758\" data-end=\"769\"\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bold yellow and green Raybestos Vee-Cord logo with red and black detailing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"851\" data-end=\"933\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"853\" data-end=\"933\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"853\" data-end=\"861\"\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wall-mounted garage display rack for organizing and selling fan belts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"935\" data-end=\"962\"\u003eHistorical Significance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"963\" data-end=\"1559\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"963\" data-end=\"1099\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"965\" data-end=\"1099\"\u003eRaybestos, established in 1902, became a global leader in automotive parts — best known for its brake linings and fan belts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1100\" data-end=\"1254\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1102\" data-end=\"1254\"\u003eThe company’s UK branch, Raybestos-Belaco Ltd., distributed the “Vee-Cord” line of reinforced rubber fan belts to garages and parts retailers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1420\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1257\" data-end=\"1420\"\u003eThese display racks were provided to Raybestos dealers as branded point-of-sale fixtures, allowing mechanics to quickly access belts by size and part number.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1421\" data-end=\"1559\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1559\"\u003eThe vibrant design and detailed product sleeves reflect the postwar era of hands-on motoring service and mechanical craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1561\" data-end=\"1574\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1575\" data-end=\"1897\"\u003eThis original display retains excellent vintage patina, with light surface wear and age-related marks consistent with workshop use. The painted metal frame and signage show strong colour and authenticity. Several original cardboard belt sleeves remain in place, adding to its period charm and display appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1899\" data-end=\"1917\"\u003eCollectability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1918\" data-end=\"2182\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1918\" data-end=\"1994\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1920\" data-end=\"1994\"\u003eHighly collectible among automobilia and vintage garage enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1995\" data-end=\"2089\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1997\" data-end=\"2089\"\u003eRare to find complete with the Raybestos-branded header panel and original belt boxes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2182\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2092\" data-end=\"2182\"\u003ePerfect for display in a garage, workshop, showroom, or vintage motoring collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Automobilia Magpie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58789341135197,"sku":"AM361","price":295.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0958\/1625\/3789\/files\/WhatsAppImage2025-10-14at12.35.01_7f041ec4.jpg?v=1760446623","url":"https:\/\/www.automobiliamagpie.com\/products\/raybestos-vee-cord-fan-belts-and-wall-mount","provider":"Automobilia Magpie","version":"1.0","type":"link"}