Mr. Goodwrench Key Fob, circa 1980

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Artifact Overview

In 1974, General Motors launched Mr. Goodwrench, an automotive service program across all GM dealerships and brands. GM dealers were required to maintain high levels of factory training for their mechanics, keep replacement parts on hand, and provide service amenities for customers. An advertising campaign featured "Mr. Goodwrench" himself -- the helpful mechanic who could fix whatever ailed a vehicle.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Key fob

Date Made

circa 1980

Location

at Henry Ford Museum in Driving America

Object ID

2011.62.1

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Plastic
Metal

Technique

Printing (Process)

Color

White (Color)
Blue

Dimensions

Width: 1.125 in (at widest)
Length: 3.125 in (total, including ring)

Inscriptions

Printed on front: MR. GOODWRENCH (script) / MAGOUIRK / CHEV-OLDS / CIMARRON, KS / 316-855-3462
Mr. Goodwrench Key Fob, circa 1980