American Pickers star Mike Wolfe’s brother Robbie stuns fans as he reveals decades-old vintage sign after restoration

AMERICAN Pickers star Robbie Wolfe, 62, has shared an extremely unique find that he and brother Mike, 58, had restored.

Robbie posted a video on his Instagram showing off his rare vintage sign, which fans called a “work of art” in the comments.

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The massive shield appears to be several years long and about a meter high.

The word “Chevrolet” is written in capital letters in large red neon tubes and surrounded by colorful flashing light bulbs.

Robbie gave a little speech about the sign, saying the sign was from 1949 and it was literally in pieces when the Pickers found it.

He said, “There she is. In 1949, I believe that was put up in Des Moines, Iowa, Cresent Chevrolet. Everything finished, everything restored.

“We got the sign – it was in pieces, believe it or not, but it has quite a history. Cresent Chevrolet is now the Big Row Brewery in Des Moines, so if you ever get the chance, check out these guys in Big Row. “

He concluded by saying: “That was the sign that came from this dealer in 1949. I love the red, green and yellow bulbs.

“It’s a tradition they don’t do anymore. It’s kind of a Chevy tradition.”

TIME MACHINE

Since it’s basically their job title, American pickers tend to find a lot of cool antiques and vintage items, including a vintage trailer they found.

One of their latest finds was a classic 1930’s fifth wheel that Mike wanted to sell for $20,000.

The bulky green caravan is showing its age, with splinters of wood and rust everywhere, but the mobile home has some romantic qualities.

Photos shared on Facebook show a bunk bed inside, a folding table, a stove and a sink.

It is decorated with street maps from the period and there is even an old radio on a shelf.

Calling the device rare and unusual in the caption, Mike added, “Selected from a Nebraska museum that had kept the trailer in its archives for many years, it is a true time capsule.

“Perhaps it is believed that one of the first vagabond trailers dates back to 1933. Clothed with so-called imitation leather. 100% original and untouched inside and out.

“Features a front kitchen with a sink and a removable 2-burner camp stove and a bedroom in the back.”

TREASURE OR JUNK

Sometimes the pickers are criticized for selling their finds at such a high price, even though they look like junk to the untrained eye.

Mike was beaten for selling an old battered car for $10,000.

He showed off a 1959 Chevrolet Corvette that was featured on last month’s History Chanel show and urged fans to buy it.

Mike shared a video of the former drag racing car, which is gray with old wheels and a rusted interior.

He told fans: “We’re trying to sell this car. The car was on the show less than a month ago.”

The TV star added, “The only real problem is here,” revealing a large crack in the car’s body.

He explained that they bought the car from a company in Pennsylvania, and he said it came with an extra set of tires.

Mike then added that they tried to improve the vehicle by touching up the original lettering on the side.

He concluded, “Just a really clean, old drag car that has some history.”

Critics were unfazed by the “steep” price Mike charged for the car.

One commented: “I sold my 57 for 375 and it was a nice car.

Another added, “$10,000 is way too expensive for something that doesn’t run and needs a big body.”

“What a [piece of s**t]. $2,000 is the max you can get to use it as a flower pot,” claimed a third, while another user noted, “That takes a lot!”

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