What I buy
Old neon signs
Business, dealer, window and advertising neon. It doesn’t have to light up — a lot of old neon gets restored, so broken tubes are still worth a photo.
Local in Texas — I’ll travel farther for the right piece.
What I look for
A few examples of what counts. If yours isn’t on the list, send a photo anyway.
- Business and storefront neon
- Auto dealer and service station neon
- Advertising and product neon
- Window neon
- Porcelain or painted signs with neon tubes added
- Signs with broken or missing tubes
Some of the companies I like
If your brand isn’t listed, send a photo anyway.
- Dealerships
- Chevrolet, Ford, Dodge, Plymouth, Chrysler, GMC, De Soto, Studebaker, Cadillac and others
- Soda
- Coca-Cola, Dr Pepper, 7-Up, Pepsi and Orange Crush
Photos that help
Phone pictures in daylight are perfect. Here’s what helps most for neon signs. The full photo guide covers the rest.
Don’t plug it in
If tubes are cracked or wiring looks rough, please don’t test it. Photos are all I need.
Show the can and the back
The metal housing, the back and any transformer label help me understand the sign.
Leave big signs up
If it’s mounted on a building or pole, photograph it where it is. No need to take it down.
Where I buy
I prefer to buy locally in Texas, and I’ll travel farther for the right piece. If you’re outside Texas, it’s still worth a text.
Got one? Text me a few photos.
Front, back and an edge is plenty to start. Text them to 979-220-3831 and I'll take a look. One sign or several — either is fine.