Mustang Oil Company

Mustang Oil Company

Al and Bud Darring, known for their successful operation of Rebel Oil Company in the American South during the mid-20th century, sold the company in 1964 to Texas City Refinery. In the wake of this transition, the Darrings formed the Mustang Oil Company. Established in Fairhope, Alabama, Mustang Oil was a testament to the Darring brothers' resilience and continued commitment to the oil industry. 

Mustang Oil

The legacy of Mustang Oil Company, though less documented than its predecessor, Rebel Oil, carries a certain mystique in the realm of Americana and petroliana. This allure was recently underscored by the remarkable auction in September of 2023 of a 6-foot original Mustang Oil porcelain sign, which garnered over $55,000, highlighting the brand's significant place in collectible history. The narrative of Mustang Oil serves as a compelling fragment of the broader tapestry of American entrepreneurship, where family businesses such as the Darrings' have left an indelible mark on both the cultural and entrepreneurial landscape. 

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Posted on July 20, 2022
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