"1986 Taurus" Sign Accompanying the "Motor Trend" Car of the Year Trophy

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Artifact Overview

Motor Trend magazine named its first "Car of the Year" in 1949. Over time, the prize has grown to include categories for pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles. It's also become one of the automotive industry's most respected honors. This "Car of the Year" trophy was given to the development team behind the prize-winning 1986 Ford Taurus.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Sign (Declaratory or advertising artifact)

Date Made

1986

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2022.42.2

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Ford Motor Company.

Material

Card stock

Technique

Printing (Process)

Color

Dark brown
Gold (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 6 in
Width: 9.5 in