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
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