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1The Revs Institute, Inc.https://revsinstitute.org/
Library & Museum The Revs Institute is dedicated to deepening our understanding and appreciation of automotive history. To fulfill this mission we are guided by the following principles: We will acquire and preserve materials of rich content in multiple formats that bring automotive history to the scholar; We will nurture an environment of inquiry and access to nourish research and teaching;
We will uphold high standards of professionalism and conform to progressive library and archival practices; We will embrace technological advancements to deliver history in exciting and compelling ways that resonate with the public.		YesOriginally the Miles Collier collection. Currently all automotive historyLibrary: more than 1 million items.100%Multi-term search (title, author, marque, etc)
Can be filtered by time periods.		100%Library and photo collection can be separately searched. Search is very user-friendly. Users can comment on photo descriptions and suggest corrections.7/1/2020Bob Schmitt100%Naples, FL
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2The Petersen Automotive Museumhttps://www.petersen.org/Automobile collection and Library, digitalTo explore and present the history of the automobile and its impact on global life and culture using Los Angeles as the prime example.
The Petersen Automotive Museum envisions a rapidly evolving, multi-dimensional society in which it thrives as a progressive, globally respected center for automotive research and collecting; the focal point for automotive history, culture and enthusiasm in the United States; and a premier educational institution in Los Angeles.		YesVehicles from 1896 to 2020400 - 500 vehicles, including the "Vault"
Library holdings are considerable; see Digital Archive entry.		80%Single-term search window60%Site now provides modest return of auto history through its search window.
Library has been reported is staffed to classify assets into a searchable database.
Active outreach by email which provides events and other updates.		7/2/2020Bob Schmitt70%Membership (optional), admission and parking charges.Los Angeles, CA
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3The Petersen Automotive Museum - Digital Archiveshttps://archive.petersen.org/pages/home.phpThe Petersen Publishing Digitization Project beckons to the original wishes of Robert E. Petersen himself to preserve, unify, and share the archive of Petersen Publishing photographic materials. This project will culminate in the digitization of one million images from the Petersen Publishing legacy, which will be available online and accessible to the public. The funding for this project comes from SEMA, whose partnership has been invaluable to our mission of preserving Petersen Publishing's contributions to automotive history and culture.YesPetersen Publishing photographic materialsPetersen SEMA Digitization Project - Home of the Petersen SEMA Digital Asset Management System. We currently have 1,069,923 images digitized and counting!90%Single-term search window80%Good browing experience.
Mixed searching results - search terms not found although it appears in caption. 		7/7/2020Bob Schmitt85%Account may be required for extemded searchingLos Angeles, CA and Internet
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4Society of Automotive Historians (SAH)https://autohistory.org/OtherIf you are an automotive enthusiast who is passionate about learning, researching, recording and reading automotive history, we invite you to join a membership that spans over 20 countries around the globe. This website reflects our varied interests and has a “members only” component with digital records of past SAH publications as well as high definition photography of vehicles from around the world. Nearly all significant automotive authors past and present have been or are members.
YesAll automotive historyThe MEMBERS LIBRARY page provides digital copies of all publications of the Society of Automotive Historians over the past half-century. Included is an index.There are also over 7,000 high definition images of automobiles from around the globe available to member authors to use permission free in their publications. In addition there are unpublished manuscripts and self-publishing guides with more material being added on a regular basis. The RESOURCES page is the most popular part of this website because of the links to vast automotive history resources under various category headings.80%Single-term search window
Member compiled indices to SAH Journal and Automotive History Review		80%Unique site in which all assets are digital and completely accessible to members. Very good potential to provide automotive history. Searching SAH assets for specific marque, authors, etc. is difficult. Membership page allows multi-element search for other SAH members.7/2/2020Bob Schmitt80%Membership is $20 (digital) and $50 (print and digital)Internet only
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5Horseless Carriage Foundationhttps://www.hcfi.org/LibraryThe Automotive Research Library of the Horseless Carriage Foundation was established in 1985 with the primary purpose of recreating the pioneer automotive research libraries of W. Everett Miller and Dr. Alfred S. Lewerenz. Our goal was, and still is, to make automotive research and restoration information readily available to hobbyists, restorers, and scholars worldwideYesEarly magazines such as Horseless Age from 1895More than 320,000 files80%Effective search engine100%Very effective search engine7/3/2020L. Fourie90%$35 membership allows 4,000 downloadsLa Mesa, CA
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6Mercedes-Benz Classichttps://mercedes-benz-publicarchive.com/marsClassic/en/instance/ko/Welcome-to-Classic-MaRS.xhtml?oid=34685039ManufacturerThe archives of Mercedes-Benz Classic are a unique treasure-trove covering more than 130 years of automobile history. With Classic M@RS (Multimedia Archive and Research System), all interested parties are able to share in the knowledge and memories of the brand and its products.UnknownImages and specificationsUnknownBy categories, by modelMB Classic7/3/2020L. Fourie0%Free but some images watermarked suggesting a cost to copyStuttgart, Germany
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7Nissanhttp://www2.nissan-global.com/EN/HERITAGE/ManufacturerFull range of Nissan, Datsun, Prince models with images plus brief histories LimitedMainly imagesUnknownFollow arrow, slowLimited mainly to images but show evolution of models7/3/2020L. FourieFreeJapan
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8Opel Mediahttps://int-media.opel.com/en/120-years-opel-automobilesManufacturerMainly Opel timeline with ImagesNoTimelineUnknownSingle pageMainly for some images7/3/2020L. FourieFreeGermany
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9Opel Specificationshttp://historisk-opelklub.dk/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/Opel-Data_1899-1995.pdfManufacturerOpel specifications from 1899 to 1995 compiled by Opel but posted by the Opel Club of Denmark. In German.NoOnly specifactionsExtensiveSeperate model per page7/3/2020L. FourieFreeDenmark
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10Toyotahttps://global.toyota/en/downloadable-assets/corporate-archives/ManufacturerCorporate archives of people, loom works, facilities, events, vehicles and museumLimitedCorporate archivesUnknownBy categories, by modelNot expansive7/3/2020L. FourieFreeJapan
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11Austin of Englandhttp://www.austinmemories.com/styled-4/index.htmlMarque EnthusiastsAustin material gathered by John BakerNoEnthusiast's collectionLimitedTabsDedicated to Austin7/3/2020L. FourieFreeOnline
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12Citroenhttp://www.citroenet.org.uk/Marque EnthusiastsEverything you want to know about Citroen.NoEnthusiast's collectionExtensiveTabs and Search engineSite is as quirky as the cars7/3/2020L. FourieFreeOnline
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13Vauxhallhttp://vauxpedianet.uk2sitebuilder.com/Marque EnthusiastsEverything you want to know about Vauxhall. Particularly impressive are all the images of styling proposals.NoEnthusiast's collectionExtensiveTabsStyling proposals most impressive7/3/2020L. FourieFreeOnline
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14Asian and Chinese Specshttps://mjs.home.xs4all.nl/OtherFar East Auto is a wide range of information of mainly Japanese and Chinese manufacturers with models and specs that are not easily accessed in English.NoSpecifications and brief historiesLimitedClick on categoriesVaried but informative7/3/2020L. FourieFreeOnline
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15Coachworkshttp://www.coachbuilt.com/pas/index.htmOtherHistory of North American CoachbuildersNoAuto and other vehicle body buildersLimitedAlphabet or Search FieldMost comprehensive7/3/2020L. FourieFreeOnline
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16American Historical Associationhttps://www.historians.org/OtherThe American Historical Association is a nonprofit membership organization founded in 1884 and incorporated by Congress in 1889 for the promotion of historical studies. The AHA provides leadership for the discipline by protecting academic freedom, developing professional standards, supporting scholarship and innovative teaching, and helping to sustain and enhance the work of historians. As the largest organization of professional historians in the world, the AHA represents more than 12,000 members and serves historians representing every historical period and geographical area in a wide variety of professions.NoAmerican historyNone. Listed among resources within Society of Automotive Historians website0%NANo specific resources7/4/2020J. Volgarino400 A Street SE, Washington DC 20003
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17AHG – Automobile History Association of Germanyhttps://autogeschichte.com/ueber-uns/OtherThe Automobilhistorische Gesellschaft e. V. (AHG) is an association of experts who research and publish in the field of automotive history. Historians, publicists, technicians, lecturers, chroniclers, archivists, museum operators, curators and private collectors are mainly represented in the AHG. The AHG is economically and politically independent and is financed exclusively through the contributions of its members and through donations.NoGlobal automotive history, primarily EuropeanNone. Listed among resources within Society of Automotive Historians websiteNANo specific resources7/4/2020J. VolgarinoOnline
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18Alden Jewell--Flickrhttps://www.flickr.com/people/autohistorian/OtherNoneNoAutomotive literature21,000+ imagesSearch fieldFlickr account, but is searchable and has access to specific automobile interests, models, groups7/4/2020J. VolgarinoOnline
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19Free Car Brochureshttp://storm.oldcarmanualproject.com/OtherHere is the list with your and my personal contributions. It started with contributions but now with my own "corner" at oldcarmanualprojectI really got the scanning fever. I still regret that I sold my own collection about 10 years ago. With 2500 brochures itwasn't a huge collection but filled with hard to get makes.As you might know scanning is a boring and tedious activity. There will be a lot of new old stuff in the future but I hopeyou understand that with a pile of meters with brochures to scan lack of time is the most important factor that slows thefrequency a bit down.NoAutomotive brochures2948 brochures, 368 modelsNot searchableNearly 3,000 brochures broken down into makes/models. You must navigate through lists of makes to arrive at chosen archive and then navigate through additional list. Scans are not highest quality and are not downloadable.7/4/2020J. VolgarinoOnline
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20Automindedhttp://www.autominded.net/index2.htmOtherAutominded.net is sharing information with Free Car Brochures. Still under construction but the best is already here.NoAutomotive brochures, both American and European1208 brochures, 239 makesNot searchableThis site shares info/scans with Free Car Brochures. They have a common location called The Brochure Museum (http://www.brochuremuseum.nl/) which lists 420+ brochures.7/4/2020J. VolgarinoOnline
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21The Brochure Museumhttp://www.brochuremuseum.nl/infobalie/enmuseumdoel.shtmlOtherThe objective of the brochure museum is to show sales brochures from the period 1945-1985 of brands that have disappeared. There are many brands that have disappeared in this period, but we limit ourselves to a specific range of products. Examples are cars like Rover, Triumph, Panhard, Daf and Simca, toys like Dinky Toys, Trix and Schuco, and cameras like Yashica, Exakta and Minolta. We have an open mind however when it comes to deciding which brochures should be on display in the museum.NoAutomotive brochures, both American and European420+ brochures, 33 makesNot searchableThis is a shared site of Autominded.net and Free Car Brochures. This is a Dutch language site, but automatically translates to English. Accepts scans from outside contributors, Scans are adequate for viewing. No downloads.7/4/2020J. VolgarinoOnline
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22Antique Automobile Club of America (AACA)http://www.aaca.org/Library and MuseumSince its inception there has been something about the sight, sound, and feel of the automobile that stirs the imagination and the desire to experience the freedom of the open road. Whether it’s the clatter of the single cylinder brass era car or the heavy thumping of big block Detroit musclecars that fuels the addiction, we are all kindred spirits. Vintage cars, trucks, buses, and motorcycles are our bond.YesAll automobilia and automotive historyThe Library and Research Center for the Antique Automobile Club of America is recognized as a world-renowned resource for the collectible vehicle community. It strives to continue setting the standard in celebrating, collecting, preserving and sharing automotive legacy. Our collection contains books, sales literature, brochures, company documents, owner’s booklets, periodicals, service manuals and many more items all relating to the automotive industry and hobby. Our library is one of the largest and most honored libraries of its type in the world. Currently we house about 2,000,000 individual items to help restorers and historians alike. We also house the collections of twelve car clubs and organizations in our state-of-the-art facility. The library was formed in 1977 and merged with the Antique Automobile Club of America in January of 2008. The AACA promotes the preservation and enjoyment of automotive history of all. The club was formed in 1935 and is the oldest and largest car club in this country. PPThe interior of the building is split into 3 levels. Our main entry level features rotating exhibits, art displays, and antique cars. We have a 1910 Brush, 1914 Metz, 1929 Harley Davidson, 1940 Ford Convertible Coupe and a 1965 Rice Quarter Midget race car are currently on display. A 1926 Dodge Brothers Sedan, 1927 Ford Model T, 1931 Ford Model A, 1936 Buick Roadmaster, 1941 Dodge Business Coupe and 1965 Lincoln Continental have recently been added to our collection and reside in off-site storage.The upper level contains our collection of automotive literature including sales brochures, service manuals, reference books, owners manuals, special collections, shop manuals, marque specific books, and much more. Our main collection is housed in space saving movable stacks. This is reference material that has been donated as well as bought by the library for its value and use. PP Along with these files, there are flat files, card catalog and work centers for the staff as well as tables and chairs for those who have come in to do research. Along side of the AACA collection sits the literature collections for several marque clubs that pay the library for storing their material and having it available to their membership.Click on categories. No online views of any material is available. All items have catalog numbers and can be accessed either in person or via request to library staff. Due to the coronavirus pandemic shutdown, the library is closed. We are working from home and will do our best to answer your questions. That said, no in-depth research will be done as we do not have access to our collection on a daily basis. Please call us and leave a message at 717-534-2082 for your research questions or email Chris Ritter and we will get back to you as soon as possible. Thank you for your understanding.This is probably one of the larger automotive related collections containing over two million pieces of sales literature, photographs, owners manuals and clippings. AACA also lists more than 3,500 shop manuals and parts books, 6,500+ reference books, 40,000 advertisements,
over 60,000 periodicals including The Horseless Age, MoToR, and Cycle and Automobile Trade Journal and current subscriptions to more than 230 periodicals. It appears all these items are cataloged, but only the collection of automotive advertisements can be viewed online, but cannot be downloaded. Prints are available in various sizes and can take 3-4 weeks for delivery. Prices range from $20 to $48 plus postage costs.		7/7/2020J. VolgarinoCosts vary--On site or phone request via AACA Library staff501 W. Governor Rd Hershey, PA 17033
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23The Dunwoodie Archive*http://www.aacalibrary.org/articles/antique-automobile/the-dunwoodie-archive/LibraryThe Dunwoodie Archives represents over 60 years of research compiled by esteemed automotive historian, Ralph Dunwoodie. The Society of Automotive Historians (SAH) purchased his research files in 2003, brought the files to the AACA Library in 2005 and later transferred ownership of the collection to the library.YesAutomotive literatureAutomotive research files are stored within 64 filing cabinet drawers, span 3 centuries, and cover over 2,000 different makes and 160 coachbuilders. There are also files on miscellaneous car-related topics, such as brakes, women in automotive history, and even letterhead used by car manufacturers! His research was comprehensive; in a given file, you might find copies of period trade journal articles, later research articles, letters of correspondence, appraisal notes, etc.Accessed on site or via research request to AACA LibraryNo index or guide to what is included within this archive. Access by personal visit or via AACA Library staff.7/7/2020J. VolgarinoVaries--On site copies or phone request via AACA Library staff501 W. Governor Rd Hershey, PA 17033
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24Hudson-Essex-Terraplane Historical Societyhttp://www.aacalibrary.org/collections/hudson-essex-terraplane-historical-society/OtherThe Hudson-Essex-Terraplane Historical Society Inc. (HETHS) was incorporated in 1990 in the State of Indiana as a not-for-profit public, charitable, educational and scientific corporation. It is a 501(c)3 corporation and has received its recognition from the IRS as a charitable institution. One of the established purposes of HETHS is to establish a library and that library and archive was brought to Hershey in 2013. The HETHS archives contain sales literature, dealer promotional material, shop manuals, photographs, owner’s manuals, drawings and more. Descriptions of all of the HETHS holdings can be found in our online catalog and accessed on site in Hershey. We’re glad you found us. Stay and “nose” around our website and forums. We have something for everyone. You don’t have to own a vehicle or know how to turn a wrench. You can be involved at any level you wish. Whether it’s joining our judging teams, doing research in our vast library, or taking the family through the excitement of a National Meet or Tour, the possibilities are endless. So, spend time with us and others sharing your passion. Join up. It's less than the price of a tank of gas and lasts all year. Then check out our Regions and Chapters to find one near you. Get behind the wheel of AACA. We know you’re going to love the ride.YesLiterature related to Hudson, Essex, TerraplaneNo description or indexAccessed on site or via research request to AACA Library7/7/2020J. VolgarinoVaries--On site copies or phone request via AACA Library staff501 W. Governor Rd Hershey, PA 17033
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25Dodge Brothers Clubhttp://www.aacalibrary.org/collections/dodge-brothers-club/OtherThe Dodge Brothers Club was founded in 1983 and incorporated in 1986 for the research and preservation of Dodge Brothers Motor Vehicles and Graham Brothers Commercial Vehicles from 1914-1938.YesResearch and preservation of Dodge Brothers Motor Vehicles and Graham Brothers Commercial Vehicles from 1914-1938.DBC brought its literature collection to the AACA Library in 2010 and the AACA staff quickly cataloged the material and housed it in appropriate acid-free envelopes, sleeves and boxes. The collection contains a wide range of material including sales literature, original photographs, service manuals, bulletins, owner’s handbooks and more.Accessed on site or via research request to AACA Library7/7/2020J. VolgarinoVaries--On site copies or phone request via AACA Library staff501 W. Governor Rd Hershey, PA 17033
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26Buick Heritage Alliancehttps://www.buickheritagealliance.org/ClubThe Buick Heritage Alliance is organized for the acquisition, restoration, preservation, and display to the public of Buick automobiles and related items. The BHA promotes historical research and the dissemination of information concerning the origin and development of the Buick automobile and the individuals who contributed to it.NoAcquisition, restoration, preservation, and display to the public of Buick automobiles and related items.The Buick Heritage Alliance, Inc. (the “BHA”) was incorporated in the State of Ohio in 2005 as a 501 (c)3 non-profit corporation and began housing its literature collection at the AACA Library & Research Center in 2007.Housed at AACA Museum and Library since 2007. Searchable images only. Reproductions can be purchased.7/20/2020J. Volgarino
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27Lincoln Motor Car Foundationhttps://www.lincolncarmuseum.org/our-museum/library-and-research-centerMuseum & LibraryOur mission is to collect, preserve, perpetuate, display and disseminate to the public; information, hardware, memorabilia and vehicles related to the history of Lincoln Motor Company and Lincoln Motor Cars. The Foundation operates the Lincoln Motor Car Heritage Museum on the Gilmore Museum campus located at Hickory Corners, Mich. and provides public access to the Foundation's extensive Lincoln Motor Car documentation in the AACA Library located in Hershey, Pa.Yes*To acquire, restore, maintain, preserve and display items of historical interest related to the Lincoln motorcar; to promote historical research and the dissemination of information concerning the origin and development of the Lincoln motorcar; to provide research services concerning the Lincoln motorcar to the general public; to seek donation, cataloging and preservation of historical materials to accomplish those objectives; to lease, purchase or build as well as operate appropriate facilities and equipment to allow the accumulation, display and organized dissemination of information related to the Lincoln motorcarIn support of its mission, the Lincoln Motor Car Foundation established a library and has housed it at the AACA Library & Research Center since 2004. Diverse in its entirety, the collection specializes in owner’s manuals, literature and dealer binders.Access through AACA Library and Research Center only.7/22/2020J. Volgarino
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28The Nethercutt Collectionhttps://www.nethercuttcollection.org/Museum & LibraryAs J.B. Nethercutt's collection grew, he was determined to share his masterpieces with the public. In 1971, he and Dorothy opened a museum in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, which has been free to the public since its opening. J.B., who passed away on December 6, 2004 at the age of 91, memorably stated: “The recognition and preservation of beauty has been a major focus of my life. It would suit me well if what people remembered about me was, ‘Where he went, he left beauty behind.’”YesThe Nethercutt Museum showcases more than 130 of the world’s greatest antique, vintage, classic and special interest automobiles including many top winners of the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance.80%None on the museum website10%This is an excellent museum. The Collection is a separate building and tours are by reservation.7/12.2020 Bob Schmitt45%Access and tours are freeThe Nethercutt Museum 15151 Bledsoe Street Sylmar, CA 91342 The Nethercutt Collection 15200 Bledsoe Street Sylmar, CA 91342
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29The Nethercutt Automotive Research Library and Archivehttps://www.nethercuttcollection.org/EndPage.aspx?page=libraryLibraryWithin the Museum itself is a comprehensive research facility considered one of the top ten automotive libraries in the world.YesThe archival materials on American and European marques predate the 20th century.The BHA maintains an extensive online electronic Research Archive that is constantly expanded with new documents. The BHA is the only organization worldwide that digitizes original Buick documents and offers high-resolution reproductions of these documents to Buick researchers, restorers and hobbyists, and to the entire Buick community, at reasonable costs. Through the BHA’s web site, Buick reserachers can access hundreds of original, historically significant Buick documents. This is the core premise upon which the BHA was founded. More recently, the BHA’s mission, and its web site, were expanded to include the acquisition, preservation and digitizing of documents related to Buick’s World War II production efforts.90%Paid staff research10%Limited public access to the library7/12/2020Bob Schmitt50%There is a research service provided at a rate of $25/hour, which includes the capability to make color copies.The library facility is inside the Nethercutt Museum. It is open to the public, with some restrictions on access to the research and historical stack material. For more information, contact the facility at (818) 364-6464 ext. 235, with inquiries directed to Archivist Lori Thornhill or Chief Curator Skip Marketti.
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30earlyamericanautomobiles.comearlyamericanautomobiles.comOtherThis is the largest automobile web site on the internet with over 7000 photographs of automobiles, advertsements, and related material representing well over one thousand different manufacturers with dates and places of operations and technical information from 1861-1929. There are over 1200 advertisements with pictures of the cars. This web site is constructed for advanced researchers as well as for the ordinary person seeking information on certain cars. Best of all, it is free for everyone with no advertising.NoHistory of the Early American Automobile IndustryThe BHA maintains its physical research archive of literature, manuals, bulletins, photographs and more at the AACA Library & Research Center, located in Hershey, Pennsylvania. The BHA regularly works to promote Buick related displays at various museums around the country.Not searchableFree access. No searchable.7/17/2020J. VolgarinoNoneOnline
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31Eastern Museum of Motor Racingemmr.orgMuseum & LibraryNone listedYesPremiere auto racing museum located in the heart of Pennsylvania dirt track action in York Springs, PA. The Eastern Museum of Motor Racing is proud to be the home of the Chris Economaki collection. Economaki, the noted motorsports journalist, editor of National Speed Sport News, and television sports commentator donated his vast racing publications, awards, journals, and other research materials to EMMR. In addition to the valuable Economaki collection, the library has a large book collection, along with racing programs from around the world. The library also contains the Central States Racing Association paperwork, the Bob Chorpenning collection (racing columnist), the collection of noted historian Joe Heisler, plus many more research materials. This material is available for viewing by researchers and those with an interest in the sport. We are in the process of updating to a new inventory system that will greatly enhance the research capabilities of historians. The Jerry Reigle Research Room contains EMMR’s vast photograph collection. We estimate that there are over 20,000 photographs in the EMMR collection, including the large Jack Gunn collection. EMMR is also taking ownership of the large B&B photography collection that will almost double the number of photographs in our collection.The Eastern Museum of Motor Racing is proud to be the home of the Chris Economaki collection. Economaki, the noted motorsports journalist, editor of National Speed Sport News, and television sports commentator donated his vast racing publications, awards, journals, and other research materials to EMMR. In addition to the valuable Economaki collection, the library has a large book collection, along with racing programs from around the world. The library also contains the Central States Racing Association paperwork, the Bob Chorpenning collection (racing columnist), the collection of noted historian Joe Heisler, plus many more research materials. This material is available for viewing by researchers and those with an interest in the sport. We are in the process of updating to a new inventory system that will greatly enhance the research capabilities of historians. The Jerry Reigle Research Room contains EMMR’s vast photograph collection. We estimate that there are over 20,000 photographs in the EMMR collection, including the large Jack Gunn collection. EMMR is also taking ownership of the large B&B photography collection that will almost double the number of photographs in our collection.Not searchableMember access only7/20/2020J. VolgarinoAdmission100 Baltimore Road York Springs, Pennsylvania
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32The Crittenden Automotive Libraryhttp://www.carsandracingstuff.com/LibraryThe Crittenden Automotive Library is a project to preserve, organize, and distribute as much automotive knowledge as possible. Inspired by great libraries of the real world and science fiction, this is a focused, single-subject contribution to advancing the overall body of human knowledge.Founded in 2006, The Crittenden Automotive Library consists of a collection of publicly accessible information at CarsAndRacingStuff.com, The Internet Archive, a YouTube channel for embedding videos on CarsAndRacingStuff.com, as well as reference information from Bill Crittenden's extensive personal collection of books, magazines, and brochures.The Crittenden Automotive Library is different because it's browsable. Articles, documents, books, and other content is organized by the main subject of the particular item or time of publication, and browsing the Topic Pages and Subjects is a bit like browsing through a subject in an old card catalog system.Like a card catalog system, not every single entry in a book's index is going to get a card. To dig deeper into a topic, or to try and find short mentions of a topic throughout the Library's content, try using our Google Site Search:Considerable amount of information that is categorized, but only browseable by year, make, publications, etc.7/20/2020J. Volgarino
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33Gilmore Car Museumhttps://www.gilmorecarmuseum.org/MuseumThe Mission of the Gilmore Car Museum is to tell the history of America through the automobile. We foster experiences which connect people with the history, heritage, and social impact of the automobile through collecting, preserving, and interpreting its story.YesThe Gilmore Car Museum started as the hobby of Kalamazoo Businessman Donald Gilmore in 1963. Gilmore was the Chairman of the Upjohn Company at the time. Opened to the public as a non-profit museum in July 31, 1966 with 35 cars on display. The Museum is open year round, the Historic Campus and outer buildings are open from April 1 through November 30Classic Car Club of America Museum, Pierce-Arrow Foundation Museum, Midwest Miniatures Museum, The H.H. Franklin Collection, Model A Ford Museum, Lincoln Motor Car Heritage Museum, Cadillac-LaSalle Club Museum, Checker Motors Historical Records & ArchivesThe Gilmore Car Museum Research Library and Archival Facility, located in the Automotive Heritage Center, is the perfect place to seeking answers to your auto history questions or in depth research. Here, you’ll find an ever-growing collection of nearly one million items — everything from motoring magazines to shop manuals, owner’s manuals, parts books, service bulletins, sales brochures, general reference works and club publications. There’s even an exceptional archive of automotive advertising materials and 380,000 automotive patents. The Gilmore Research Library and Archives is also home to several Special Collections, including the Cole Motor Car Company archives, Checker Motor Corporation Archives and a vast amount on the 1948 Tucker and Tucker Corporation. Whether you’re just looking for facts about a favorite car brand or working on a term paper about the history of automotive advertising, we offer a wide breadth of information and materials. Our resources include a growing collection of materials that date from the early days of the American automobile to today, as well as educated staff members and volunteers to assist you. Research fees may apply. For more information, or to discuss your research project, or to make a specific appointment, please email the Library.7/20/2020Admission. Research fees apply.6865 Hickory Road, Hickory Corners MI 49060
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34The Automotive History Preservation Societyhttp://wildaboutcarsonline.com/cgi-bin/publisher.cgiOtherThe Automotive History Preservation Society (AHPS) is an IRS non-profit 501 c(3) public charity that has been in existence since 2010. We are "Preserving the Past for the Future" - by digitizing the history of the automobile as found in pictures, period print advertisements, brochures, magazine articles, manufacturer's published training and education materials as well as any other items that document the history of the automobile, including press photos, vehicle service manuals and guides, and any other appropriate sources. We also promote the history of the automobile through educational programs with colleges, universities, and training institutions by engaging and financially supporting students with projects that will assist in the collection and digitization of documents.NoWe acquire (or receive loaned) material, then digitally scan it. Once scanned, the material is cataloged according to topic, brand and original source then loaded to our website's Library. The original material is either returned to the donor or, with their permission, is auctioned to raise additional Society funds. The Society also accepts work from writers, publishers, and researcher who use our materials to document automotive history. We also promote "living history" by encouraging enthusiasts to write and submit articles about their personal vehicle. We also attend car shows and events and encourage technical discussions. All materials are placed in permanent digital storage on the Society's website.When it comes to materials we collect, we scan them, restore them to their original condition and then post them to our Internet-based Digital Documents Library where anyone can view them, or download them or print them. We have over 250,000 pages of material already stored and available.Searchable image files only. Searchable but awkward. Searching a term for the entire library displays pages where the term appears, but no specifics. You must click through each displayed page to see if it contains what you are seeking. Claims 250,000 documents.7/20/2020J. VolgarinoNone, though there is a membership fee.Online
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35HathiTrust Digital Libraryhathitrust.orgLibraryThe mission of HathiTrust is to contribute to research, scholarship, and the common good by collaboratively collecting, organizing, preserving, communicating, and sharing the record of human knowledge.NoTo build a reliable and increasingly comprehensive co-owned and co-managed digital archive of library materials converted from the print collections of the member institutions.To develop partnerships and services that ensure preservation of the materials in HathiTrust and the entire print and digital scholarly record.To reduce long-term capital and operating costs of storage and care of print collections through redoubled efforts to coordinate shared storage strategies among libraries.To build infrastructure that facilitates cost-effective and productive collaborations among partnering institutions to reduce the cost of securing campus intellectual assets.To define and make available a set of services that supports research using the HathiTrust corpus.To create a technical framework that allows for both central and distributed creation of tools and services.To sustain the HathiTrust enterprise as a “public good” while at the same time defining a set of services that benefits member institutions.In October 2015, HathiTrust comprised over 13.7 million volumes, including 5.3 million of which were in the public domain in the United States. HathiTrust provides a number of discovery and access services, notably, full-text search across the entire repository. In 2016 over 6.17 million users located in the United States and in 236 other nations used Hathitrust in 10.92 million sessions.[15]Full-text or catalog search. Some materials are available online and downloadable. This is not an automotive specific resource, but it does contain automotive related subjects.This is not an automotible specific archive, but automotive subjects can be searched and retrieved. Some materials are digitized and many are available through member libraries.7/21/2020J. VolgarinoOnline
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36Bentley Historical Libraryhttps://bentley.umich.edu/LibraryThe Bentley Historical Library is home to the historical records of the University of Michigan. The University Archives preserves records that provide evidence of the policies and decisions chronicling the university’s growth and development, the creation of academic programs, research, student life, the physical campus, and the traditions that comprise the University’s 200-year legacy.NoThe Bentley Historical Library collects the materials for and promotes the study of the histories of two great, intertwined institutions, the State of Michigan and the University of Michigan. The Library is open without fee to the public, and we welcome researchers regardless of academic or professional affiliation.The Bentley’s 11,000 research collections range from the papers of governors of Michigan, to the records of student and faculty life at the University, to the entire historical record of intercollegiate athletics at Michigan, and much more. The Library houses a state-of-the-art conservation lab that conserves books, maps, architectural drawings, and other materials. The lab is also where expert archivists and conservators teach conservation techniques and aid in the reformatting of preserved materials.Full text or catalog The Bentley Historical Library collects the materials for and promotes the study of the histories of two intertwined institutions, the State of Michigan and the University of Michigan. The Library is open without fee to the public, and welcomes researchers regardless of academic or professional affiliation. Automobile related materials or collections are not a separate section, but much of Michigan's automotive history including early manufacturers is included within the archive.7/21/2020J. VolgarinoLibrary is open without fee to the public1150 Beal Avenue Ann Arbor, MI 48109-2113
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37Studebaker National Museumhttps://studebakermuseum.org/MuseumOur Mission is to be the center for education, preservation, and interpretation of design and innovation. This is accomplished through programming, active collecting, and the display of vehicles, archives, and artifacts that showcase the local and global influence of Studebaker and related industrial innovators.NoThe Studebaker National Museum Archives contains the surviving corporate archives of the Studebaker Corporation, the Packard Motor Car Company and other South Bend area industries. The Archives contain over 70 tons of material that dates from the 1850s. Its largest collections include the Image Collection (holds over 50,000 images dating to the 19th century, covering a wide variety of subjects), the Engineering Drawing Collection (largest collection of Studebaker and Packard factory engineering drawings in existence. The engineering drawing collection dates from the 1900s (Packard) and 1920s (Studebaker) up through the end of production for both companies), the Film Collection (contains over 500 titles of Studebaker and Packard produced films including promotional films, television commercials and movie shorts from as early as 1927), and the Production Order Collection (Factory Production Orders, also called “build sheets” or “line setting tickets”, are available for most 1936-1966 Studebaker cars and trucks and most 1956-1958 Packards).Onsite and research request available for varied fees. Images and videos can be purchased. Reproduction manuals can be purchased. No downloadable files available.7/22/2020J. VolgarinoResearch costs and various items can be purchased.201 Chapin Street South Bend IN 46601
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38National Automotive History Collectionhttps://detroitpubliclibrary.org/research/national-automotive-history-collectionLibraryThe National Automotive History Collection is regarded as the nation's premier public automotive archive documenting the history and development of the automobile and other wheeled land transportation.NoHoldings include photographs
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journals.		Personal visit by appointment only. This collection is within the Detroit Public Library.7/26/2020J. VolgarinoUnknownSkillman Branch, 121 Gratiot, Detroit, MI 48226
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39GM Heritage Centerhttps://www.gmheritagecenter.com/index.htmlMuseum & ArchiveOne of the true purposes of the General Motors Heritage Center is to share the history and accomplishments of GM and inspire ideas for the future.NoThe General Motors Heritage Center serves as a showplace for the vehicles of the GM Heritage Collection, as a corporate conferencing and special events venue, and as the permanent home for the corporation’s collection of historic literature and artifacts which document GM’s rich history of innovation.The GM Heritage Center is home to hundreds of the world's most significant cars and trucks. It also houses a massive collection of archived documents, artifacts and assorted automobilia. From original brochures, manuals and build sheets, to rare examples of badging and signage, this unique and growing repository reflects the historical accomplishments upon which GM is building its future. Also available are limited model collection of what are termed Vehicle Information Kits that include Chevrolet, Cadillac and Oldsmobile brands. These are downloadable. https://www.gmheritagecenter.com/gm-heritage-archive/vehicle-information-kits.html. The General Motors Heritage Center Permanent Reference Collection is the permanent home for the company’s collection of historic literature. Our permanent reference collection documents the history of General Motors as a corporation and cultural entity. It also documents the wider automotive industry as it relates directly to General Motors. Materials that relate to any of General Motors’ current and historic North American brands as well as its global partners fall within the scope of the collection.The archive can be searched via the website but is limited to year/model brochures, for the most part. They can be downloaded at no cost. The complete archive is extensive, however, and it doesn't appear it is digitized, but rather kept in a controlled environment space. Access can be made by contacting the archive for either an appointment or for assistance in researching specific topics.2/8/2021J. VolgarinoThere is a charge for group tours. No individual tours appear to be available. The center does host groups or conferences.The General Motors Heritage Center 6400 Center Sterling Heights, MI 48312 and online
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40The Henry Ford Museum of American Innovationhttps://www.thehenryford.org/Museum and ArchiveThe Henry Ford provides unique educational experiences based on authentic objects, stories, and lives from America's traditions of ingenuity, resourcefulness and innovation. Our purpose is to inspire people to learn from these traditions to help shape a better future.Yes"Explore the artifacts at the core of The Henry Ford Archive of American Innovation through our continually expanding digital collections. This broad array of artifacts will lead you to extraordinary stories.""The Henry Ford houses a nationally significant collection of business records, automotive product literature and periodicals, manuscripts, photographs, prints, postcards, maps, trade catalogs, early American dictionaries, and other library and special collection material.Research Library Catalog
Search for books, trade catalogs, archival material, periodicals, videos, and more. Over 100,000 digital photographs.		95%Multiple techniques - keywords, etc.95%4/15/2021Bob Schmitt
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41Global List of Books and Periodicals - Compiled by Robert E. Leehttp://99wspeedshop.com.s3-website-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/roberteleelistofperiodicals.htmlOther"I started my list of periodicals around 1980 because Steve Kuk and I each had a list of magazines and we combined them. I am looking for any periodicals on Automobiles, Buses, Motorcycles & Trucks. Periodicals can come from club, commercial, company, and industry sources from any country in the world. The hardest type of periodical (newsletter, newspaper, magazine, comic book, etc.) to get information on are from clubs, companies, and industry. Some of these periodicals have been out of print for decades."NAA Global List of Automotive Book Titles published in the 20th and 21st Centuries5/13/2021Bob SchmittNoneInternet
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42Autocar Magazinehttps://www.archivedigital.co.uk/post/work-begins-to-digitise-126-years-of-autocar-magazineDigital libraryThe AutoCar Archive - This Autocar archive, currently owned by Haymarket Publishers covers the entire edition back-edition of the magazines 124-year old history. The Autocar magazine was the first ever motor car magazine to be published in the world!NADigital scan of magazine in progress6500 magazine issuesPendingPendingEstimated completion November, 20216/18/2021Bob SchmittPendingInknown1A Grove Road, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, CV37 6PE , UK info@archivedigital.co.uk
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43Girardo & Co. Archivehttps://www.girardoarchive.com/homeDigital archiveOver 3 million captivating and largely unseen motorsport images covering Formula 1, endurance racing and rallying dating back to the 1970s.NAThe images from our archive are available to be bought by everybody, from historians and journalists to collectors and enthusiasts.Over 3 million captivating and largely unseen motorsport images covering Formula 1, endurance racing and rallying dating back to the 1970s.75%"Simply enter key words such as the names of drivers or team personnel, manufacturers or circuits, and once you’ve found the images you’re searching for, add them to your personal lightbox or purchase the high-resolution versions directly from our website."85%In progress6/18/2021Bob SchmittPendingYes, pendingGirardo & Co. Limited, Registered in England & Wales
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44International Motor Racing Research Center (IMRRC)https://www.racingarchives.org/Library/ArchiveCollecting, Preserving and Sharing History
The International Motor Racing Research Center collects, shares and preserves the history of motorsports. Spanning continents, eras and race series, the Center’s collection embodies the speed, drama and camaraderie of amateur and professional motor racing throughout the world. The Center welcomes serious researchers and the casual fans alike to share stories of race drivers, race series, and race cars captured on our shelves and walls, and brought to life through a regular calendar of public lectures and special events.		YesThe International Motor Racing Research Center’s collection documents amateur and professional motor racing in the United States and abroad. It contains material related to racing series held throughout the world including open-wheel series such as Formula One and IndyCar; enclosed wheel series featuring sports, stock and touring cars including Le Mans and NASCAR; various types of endurance racing; and other motorsports encompassing rallying, hill climbing as well as motorcycle and kart racing. The Center’s collections document races held on roads, dirt and paved tracks, airport runways, off road and even on ice.SCCA archive and others not listed on the website.TBDNone0%Website provides limited insight into their library or collections6/29/2021Bob SchmittTBD610 South Decatur Street, Watkins Glen, NY 14891
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46Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County - Material Culturenhm.orgMuseum/archiveWe protect and share more than 35 million specimens and artifacts, the largest natural and cultural history collection in the western United States. But we also explore the nature and culture that surrounds us today, both in L.A. and the world.YesWe have been collecting automobiles since 1929, and the vehicles are such an integral part of the Museum's collection that in 1994 we opened a branch museum, the Petersen Automotive Museum, highlighting the cars and their unique connection to Los Angeles' identity. In 2007 the bulk of the collection was returned to NHM.

Archives: Our purpose is to collect, preserve, and make available to the general public research materials documenting the history of the trans-Mississippi West, with special emphasis on Southern California and Los Angeles. Historic records include manuscript materials, books, serials, pamphlets, broadsides, maps, posters, prints, and photographs.		https://collections.nhm.org/seaver-center/900 Exposition Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90007
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