1940s Borg-Warner Overdrive Car Ad Mrs. Phillips Oil Fields Ephemera For Sale

Discover a fascinating piece of automotive history with this vintage magazine advertisement for Borg-Warner's B-W Overdrive. This compelling full-page ad features Mrs. James T. Phillips, a geologist from Evansville, Indiana, highlighting how Overdrive makes her "work trips to the oil fields" significantly easier. The ad showcases a woman at a microscope, alongside illustrations of cars navigating both country roads with oil derricks and bustling city traffic, emphasizing the versatility and benefits of the B-W Overdrive system.This collectible ephemera offers a glimpse into post-war American innovation and marketing. The detailed text outlines the advantages of Overdrive, including improved gas mileage, reduced engine wear, and enhanced driving pleasure, noting that "Over 2 million owners prove it pays to have B-W Overdrive." The advertisement also proudly states that "19 of the 20 makes of cars contain one or more parts by Borg-Warner," listing various Borg-Warner units and their contributions to the automotive industry. This historical document is perfect for collectors of vintage car ads, automotive history, or mid-century Americana.