Checker Motors Corporation Ceramic Ornament
Round / One size
$15.99
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Checker Motors Corporation became a familiar name through purpose-built taxis that served fleets across America. Founded in 1922 and based in Kalamazoo from 1923, the company produced its well-known A-series vehicles until 1982. This ceramic ornament offers a keepsake inspired by Checker’s special place in taxi and automotive history. It suits collectors who remember the classic cabs, as well as anyone who enjoys commemorating the makers behind everyday American transportation.
Checker Motors Corporation began in 1922 as the Checker Cab Manufacturing Company, formed by Morris Markin through the merger of Commonwealth Motors and Markin Automobile Body. First based in Chicago, the manufacturer moved to Kalamazoo, Michigan, in 1923, taking over factories formerly used by Dort Motor Car Company and Handley-Knight. Checker concentrated on purpose-built taxicabs, whose roomy interiors and durable construction suited heavy fleet use. Markin also acquired taxi operators, helping create a market for Checker cabs. In 1958, the company adopted the name Checker Motors Corporation. Its A-series taxis and related passenger cars remained in production until 1982, when vehicle manufacturing ended. Checker then focused on automotive subcontracting, supplying parts and stampings to companies including General Motors and Chrysler. After declining customer sales and other financial pressures, the Kalamazoo company filed for Chapter 11 protection on January 16, 2009. Its manufacturing business and equipment were sold to Canadian suppliers that June, and the company officially went out of business on January 14, 2010. Remaining bankruptcy-estate assets were acquired by Oak Point Partners in 2018.
Checker Motors Corporation became a familiar name through purpose-built taxis that served fleets across America. Founded in 1922 and based in Kalamazoo from 1923, the company produced its well-known A-series vehicles until 1982. This ceramic ornament offers a keepsake inspired by Checker’s special place in taxi and automotive history. It suits collectors who remember the classic cabs, as well as anyone who enjoys commemorating the makers behind everyday American transportation.
Checker Motors Corporation began in 1922 as the Checker Cab Manufacturing Company, formed by Morris Markin through the merger of Commonwealth Motors and Markin Automobile Body. First based in Chicago, the manufacturer moved to Kalamazoo, Michigan, in 1923, taking over factories formerly used by Dort Motor Car Company and Handley-Knight. Checker concentrated on purpose-built taxicabs, whose roomy interiors and durable construction suited heavy fleet use. Markin also acquired taxi operators, helping create a market for Checker cabs. In 1958, the company adopted the name Checker Motors Corporation. Its A-series taxis and related passenger cars remained in production until 1982, when vehicle manufacturing ended. Checker then focused on automotive subcontracting, supplying parts and stampings to companies including General Motors and Chrysler. After declining customer sales and other financial pressures, the Kalamazoo company filed for Chapter 11 protection on January 16, 2009. Its manufacturing business and equipment were sold to Canadian suppliers that June, and the company officially went out of business on January 14, 2010. Remaining bankruptcy-estate assets were acquired by Oak Point Partners in 2018.
| Heart | Round | |
| Diameter, in | 3.21 | 2.80 |
Product features
- 100% white ceramic construction — strong and durable
- Double-sided print with matte finish option
- Golden hanging string included
- UV-decorated for lasting color
- Available in white or gold gift packaging (single ornament per pack)
Care instructions
- Use a microfiber cloth to gently remove any dust or dirt build-up. Avoid harsh chemicals or cleaners. Instead, dampen a cotton wool swab in warm water (just a few drops per liter of water) and gently roll the swab over the ornament and refrain from scrubbing
EU representative: HONSON VENTURES LIMITED, gpsr@honsonventures.com, 3, Gnaftis House flat 102, Limassol, Mesa Geitonia, 4003, CY
Product information: Generic brand, two year warranty in the EU and Northern Ireland
Care instructions: Use a microfiber cloth to gently remove any dust or dirt build-up. Avoid harsh chemicals or cleaners. Instead, dampen a cotton wool swab in warm water (just a few drops per liter of water) and gently roll the swab over the ornament and refrain from scrubbing