Momo Horn Buttons – Models, Generations & Variations

The Rare & Collectible Ones You Need to Know

by Mads – August 19, 2020

 

first generation early stacked Momo horn button

Collecting Momo Horn Buttons

Collecting Momo steering wheels often comes hand-in-hand with the hunt for the matching horn buttons. For many enthusiasts, finding the right horn button is even harder than finding the steering wheel itself.

Some collectors seek horn buttons with specific car brand logos, like the iconic Porsche crest, while others are after rare colors or designs to match their interior. And since these buttons are small and easily misplaced, some of them have become incredibly rare over the years.

Variants & History

Momo horn buttons have evolved through multiple generations and designs:

  • Pre-Momo 1964
    Montecarlo Horn Button
    Produced before Momo was officially founded, this button features a black face with a large silver “M” at the center, encircled by “Montecarlo.” A true rarity for collectors.
  • First Generation
    Stacked MOMO Logo (1968–1973)
    Features a chrome ring and stacked logo layers, a classic and highly sought-after design.
  • Second Generation
    Row MOMO Logo (mid-1970s)
    Initially with a chrome ring, later models switched to a black plastic ring. A transitional style bridging classic and modern.
  • Third Generation
    Single Arrow MOMO Logo (from 1976)
    Black plastic ring with the single-arrow logo, instantly recognizable.
  • Fourth Generation
    Double Arrow MOMO Logo
    Introduces a bolder, double-arrow design, giving the wheel a distinct character.
  • Fifth Generation
    Open Double Arrow MOMO Logo
    Yellow, open-arrow design, often used on special edition wheels.
Stacked Momo Horn Button
second-generation MOMO horn button
Momo single arrow horn button
Momo Arrow horn button
Momo all yellow horn button
Momo Corse horn button
Momo Regit Racing horn button

Horn Buttons for Car Brands

Momo didn’t only make wheels for brands like Abarth, Alpina, BMW, Ferrari, Lotus, and Porsche – they also produced the matching horn buttons:

  • Brand-specific buttons: Porsche crest, BMW, Alfa Romeo, Opel, Volvo, VW, Ford, and more.
  • Design variations: Early buttons often have chrome rings, later ones black plastic.
  • Special editions: Rare buttons created for racing sponsors such as Marlboro or John Player Special (JPS) add even more collectible value.
early MOMO Porsche Crest horn button
Earlier Momo Volkswagen Horn Button
BMW Momo horn button
early chrome ring Alpina Horn Button
early chrome ring Momo Volvo horn button
early Momo Opel horn button
early Momo Alfa Romeo horn button
Abarth Scorpion Horn Button - Black
Abarth Horn Button - early chrome ring
Momo John Player Special JPS Horn Button
Marlboro Momo Horn Button

Why So Many Variants Exist

Producing a horn button was far simpler and less risky than creating a full steering wheel. As a result, hundreds of different buttons exist – various colors, logos, and brand-specific designs. The exact number is unknown, offering enthusiasts endless opportunities to expand their collections.

Collector’s Takeaway

Momo horn buttons are more than small accessories; they are pieces of automotive history. Each button tells a story of design evolution, brand partnerships, and racing heritage. For enthusiasts, finding a rare button is like holding a small treasure in your hands.

Which Momo horn button is your favorite? With so many options, the hunt never ends.

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