Restoration and 1950s-Inspired Decorative Pumps

Original petrol pumps are often sought after by collectors, restorers and petroliana enthusiasts because of their history, character and visual appeal. Genuine restoration usually involves repairing or replacing mechanical parts, refinishing surfaces and sourcing period-correct components to preserve the look and feel of the original pump.

As original vintage petrol pumps have become harder to find and more expensive to restore, 1950s-inspired decorative pumps have become a popular alternative. These pumps capture the nostalgic style of classic petrol pumps while being newly made using modern materials, finishes and construction methods.

At Vintage Gas Pumps, our pumps are not restored originals. They are newly built decorative display pieces, hand-built in the UK using our own original pump body design and styling inspired by classic 1950s petrol pumps.

The “Old Petrol Pump” Model

The Old Petrol Pump model is delivered fully assembled for your convenience. This version features pre-aged steel and a deliberately weathered, unfinished appearance, creating a raw rat-rod style with visible rust and character.

The pump incorporates your chosen decorative petrol-pump globe/lens and is finished in your selected style. Many customers choose colours or finishes that complement the selected globe/lens design, but the final choice is entirely yours.

Optional petrol-brand globes/lenses are third-party decorative components and do not indicate any affiliation with or endorsement by the relevant brand owner.

Demand is high, and our team is hard at work — current lead time is 8 weeks.

Tailored Vintage Gas Pumps. Your Vision, Our Creation.

Please make sure to customise your vintage gas pump to your exact specifications.

• Choose your colour and finish: Select from a wide range of colours, aged finishes, decorative lens/globe designs and custom display options.
• Add practical elements: Incorporate functional elements such as toolboxes, display cabinets, fridges or water coolers.
• Make it yours: Personalise the illuminated display to commemorate special dates, showcase numbers or display a message of your choice.
• Personalise the display: Customise the ad display with your own text, date, number sequence, business name, artwork or message.

Need Inspiration

Check out our Inspiration Page for custom colour schemes, retro display ideas, decorative lens/globe options and optional fridge or storage integrations.

Please don't hesitate to contact us to discuss your requirements. 
We're here to help. Call 0115 9567822.

Information

• Our petrol pumps are powder-coated, resulting in a hard, durable finish that is more resistant to scratches, chipping, fading, and wear than traditional paint.
• Crafted entirely from steel, including the globe surrounds and fully welded base, this piece exudes lasting quality and durability.
• This 6.5-foot-tall, 1950s-inspired decorative pump is hand-built in the UK using our own original pump body design.
• Indoor use only
• Made with pride in the UK, this petrol pump was produced in our facilities by our skilled team. - Learn More

Vintage Gas Pumps is an independent UK maker. Our pump bodies, steelwork, finishes and assembly are our own original designs, inspired by classic 1950s petrol-pump styling. Optional Shell, BP, Texaco, Mobilgas, Route 66 and other petrol-brand lenses/globes are third-party decorative components sourced from the USA. All brand names, logos and trade marks remain the property of their respective owners. Vintage Gas Pumps is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by or officially connected with those brand owners.

Every Gas Pump we offer is hand-crafted with great care, and as such, we require them to be delivered by hand to guarantee they arrive in pristine condition. The delivery cost is determined by the distance involved, typically falling between £50 to £100 for UK mainland shipments. Please email us if you require an estimate for delivery outside of the UK.