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From 1950 thru 1954, many automobile manufacturers and enthusiasts raced in the La Carrera Panamericana race - the Mexican Road Race. This brutal, grueling race was a race over many miles of open roads that challenged both driver and vehicle. In 1988, a scaled down version of the race was revived.
This car was built to race in the Turismo Mayor class for the pre-1955 American sedans with original bodywork and OHV V-8 engines, beginning with the 1989 race. The engine, which was originally a 351, was fitted with a 302 and given several modifications.
The car was raced during several years with the owner, Dr. Peter Frank, finally emerging victorious in the 1992 event. The car is currently on display at the National Automotive and Truck Museum of the United States located in Auburn, Indiana. | |
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