This picnic cooler for Dr. Pepper was manufactured, we believe by Progress. It appears to be a rare example, since we’ve been unable to locate any in reference books or online. If you can share anything about this cooler, please add your comments.
The slogan, “Good For Life” appears on the front of the cooler and was used on Dr. Pepper products throughout the 1940s. This picnic cooler has a unique fastening clamp to hold the lid in place. In addition, there is a bottle opener positioned on the side of the cooler, and a drain plug on the front.
Produced: 1940s
Manufactured by: Progress?
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17 responses so far ↓
1 Daniel // Apr 5, 2010 at 10:55 pm
I have one just like that one.it was given to me by a elderly man back in 1990.seems the more we progress the more we leave some of the best things behind.i say this because this cooler keeps ice longer and holds the contents cooler than any other ive had up to date and i think ive tryed most all the big names in camping gear.but un like the one you have here for the right price i would part with mine.ive stoped camping for health reasons and it would be a shame to leave it in a corner to be forgoten so if anyone is interested i can be contacted at changingworld71@yahoo.com.it is complete with its sandwich try and all just like the day it was made.
2 William Shelton // Apr 6, 2010 at 11:15 am
do you buy antique Dr Pepper picnic cooler box? I have one from my parents who are 91 & 88 yrs old.
3 vintagevending // Apr 9, 2010 at 8:52 am
William,
You should try ebay or Craig’s List, I’m sure your cooler will sell!
4 m80boy // Apr 22, 2010 at 4:23 pm
Hi everyone, if anybody has a nice example of one of these coolers that they would be interested in parting with, please get in touch at matey.boy@sky.com
5 Cheryl // Jun 14, 2010 at 9:10 pm
I would love to buy one from either of you. My dad is a big Dr. Pepper fan and is making a man room in his shop and this would fit in perfectly to hold his Dr. Pepper. Would you sell it for $120?? I’m on a limited budget but haven’t had any luck finding one of these around.
6 RONNIE FOSTER // Sep 14, 2010 at 7:27 am
HAVE SEVERAL DR PEPPER COOLERS FOR SALE.CONTACT ME IF INTERESTED
7 Lonny Harris // Oct 28, 2010 at 11:00 am
I am looking to purchase a 1950’s Dr Pepper picnic cooler. If anyone has any for sale please email me. Thanks!
8 ED SCHANDER // Nov 19, 2010 at 6:18 pm
I got one in green with red logo and zink lining; drain plug and handels intact.
9 Chris // May 9, 2011 at 3:39 pm
I have been trying to find a good condition one for ages. If anyone has one they are willing to sell please contact me…Chill87@hotmail.com
10 Mike // May 12, 2011 at 8:51 am
Hi looking for a Dr Pepper cooler in the UK anyone help ? mike.marriotte@yahoo.com
11 Mike Logan // Jun 22, 2011 at 3:50 pm
I have an old green metal Dr. Pepper cooler for sale. If interested contact me at doclogan@centurytel.net
12 cory walker // Jul 8, 2011 at 5:27 am
looking for a cooler to go on top of my vw patina look would be perfect lemme know if you got one for sale
13 Robin Crouch // Aug 12, 2011 at 4:20 pm
I am looking for a vintage cooler similar to the one above (Dr. Pepper). Could you help me, thank you
14 David Ashworth // Aug 24, 2011 at 11:30 pm
Looking to one one like this refurbished or not too bad shape.
15 Dawn Cooper // Sep 7, 2011 at 11:11 am
Currently have a green Dr. Pepper Cooler looking to sell, needs some restoration.
Contact via email if interested
16 Dawn Cooper // Sep 7, 2011 at 11:12 am
email blackwidow47@sbcglobal.net
17 Joy Graves // Dec 3, 2011 at 5:37 pm
I am looking for a vintage Dr. Pepper Picnic Cooler in good condition. Please contact me @SQShopper@aol.com.
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