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Authentic Vintage Embossed License Plates – Pick Your State
A lot of collectors and garage builders don’t care for the look of today’s flat plates — and we don’t blame them. There’s just something about a raised, embossed plate that feels right on a shop wall.
That’s why we’ve put together this embossed-only listing. When you select your state from the dropdown, you’ll receive an authentic vintage plate with raised lettering — never a modern flat version.
We carry plates from all 50 states, with a variety of years, color combinations, and types (passenger, truck, and more). Every plate is original and shows the honest character that comes with real road use.
If you’re searching for a specific year, color scheme, or design, feel free to contact us before purchasing and we’ll see what we have available.
Please note:
• All plates are authentic and previously issued
• Plates are sold for display and collection purposes only
• We are not able to personalize or alter plates
Build your own garage wall. Start with your state — or collect all 50.
Looking to expand your display? Browse our full collection of vintage automotive signs and retro wall decor to complete your space.
vintage automotive signs and retro wall decor
Orders over $50 ship free — making it easy to start a collection or build out your garage wall.
All pieces are authentic vintage advertisements and automotive memorabilia.
Items are carefully sourced and inspected for quality.
The condition of each piece is clearly described before purchase.
Vintage prints are professionally mounted to help preserve their condition.
Framed pieces use quality materials for a clean, finished look.
Each framed piece is protected and ready to display.
Orders over $50 qualify for free U.S. shipping.
Smaller orders have a flat-rate shipping fee.
Returns are accepted within 30 days, subject to the return conditions.
Discover more vintage ads, framed art, brochures, and collector pieces selected for you.
See Why Collectors Trust Vintage Art Garage For Authentic Finds And Careful Presentation.
STUNNING! Looks exactly as shown and even more beautiful in person. Was packaged very well, I would definitely buy again
I absolutely love it. Wrapped and packaged super well. Wasn't nothing getting through that! Probably one of the top items that I've bought online. Hard to choose sometimes since you can't visualize it in real time.
Great print. Love the colors. Will fit in an ongoing remodel of family room. Excellent print/product. Arrived in fine shape. Thank you. Looks even better displayed in person. Perfect addition to our family room.
The artwork exceeded my expectations. The colors are rich, the frame feels substantial, and everything arrived ready to hang.
Beautiful piece of automotive history. It was packed with real care and looks fantastic in my garage collection.
Exactly as described and even better in person. The presentation is excellent and shipping was quick and secure.
Answers to common questions about products, framing, shipping, and returns.
Vintage Art Garage specializes inrestored and upcycled vintage automotive advertisements, new nostalgic prints featuring classic cars and trucks, vintage racing prints, and retro wall décor such as reproduction signs and thermometers. The company says its connection to classic cars comes from more than 40 years in the automotive repair industry.
They offer:
Yes. Their vintage advertisements are collected from old magazines, brochures, posters, estate sales, and flea markets, with material dating back to the 1920s. The Barracuda item you linked, for example, is specifically described as an original vintage magazine advertisement.
No. The signs and thermometers are high-quality reproductions of classic/vintage designs. They are made to capture the appearance and nostalgia of the originals rather than being original vintage pieces.
The original ads are professionally dry-mounted onto acid-free foam board. They are then finished with a white conservation mat to enhance the colors and provide a standard framing size. The Barracuda ad you linked uses this process and is paired with a white mat and satin-black wood frame.
