tourist automobile club

ink-a-alot · Dec 15, 2008

Illinois T.A.C, found this a couple of weeks ago at an old fair ground. could anyone help me find out how old this is..?

Montana Jim · Dec 15, 2008

It's a grill badge from the club... no idea how old it is.

relichunters · Dec 16, 2008

I would just contact them since they are still around.

jopher · Dec 16, 2008

I think car badges became quite popular in the 30s. From the design and material, yours is obviously an early one. They are highly collectible and easily restorable...very nice relic!!

Blacksheep · Dec 16, 2008

relichunters said:
I would just contact them since they are still around.

Got a link handy? I searched for T.A.C. and have yet to find any reference. :icon_scratch:

stefen · Dec 16, 2008

Great find. Would like to see what you can find out historically.

I found one from the same era (different design) that is for the Southern California Automobile Club, which I assume (cannot confirm) that it eventually became a part of AAA.

My guess is from the 1910 thru 1920 when the wealthier faction were members of the first touring clubs...now know as the auto club.

These were bolted to fenders and bumpers (or light bars).

Montana Jim · Dec 16, 2008

I agree with most comments...

There were a TON of car clubs which were very popular in the 10s - 50s...

I was unable to find any references to this one online...