License Plates of the United States

The Definitive Reference Guide for U.S. License Plates

This invaluable reference guide illustrates every standard automobile license plate issued in the United States, from 1903 to 1993. Author James K. Fox, a lifelong collector and former director of the Automobile License Plate Collectors Association (ALPCA), comprehensively lists all of the plates by year for each state. He meticulously photographed the actual plates, in full color, and offers key information and unique characteristics about each one. Overviews explain the history of plates in each state, including examples of some plates issued prior to statehood. Of particular interest for automobile historians and restorers is a section detailing the color codes for each year and validation systems used by each individual state. It even includes a price guide by Bob and Chuck Crisler. This cornerstone resource covers all plates, from early porcelains to modern graphic plates, and is a must-have publication for every plate collector and automotive history enthusiast.

From author James K. Fox comes the license plate guide for collectors. This invaluable resource lists all standard plates by state, along with registration requirements and full-color photos of each plate. Covers 1903 to 1993 and includes a comprehensive price guide. A must-have publication for all plate collectors and auto history buffs.
Jim Fox was born in Cleveland, Ohio, in 1947. After a career in music as founder leader and drummer for the rock group The James Gang, he turned his attention to the research and study of license plates. He has written a monthly column on license plates for Car Collector magazine, and is a regular contributor to the ALPCA newsletter. He has served four terms as ALPCA president and chairman of the Board of Directors, as well as a number of terms as director of the Club. He lives in Mentor Ohio with his wife, two daughters and two dogs, He is always interested in corresponding with other collectors or with people who have questions or comments about license plates or their history, He can be reached at: Oakmont, Mentor Ohio