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1960s NHRA Irwindale Raceway Whiting Jacket California LA Drag Racing Letterman

$ 1557.6

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Outer Shell Material: Wool
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Item must be returned within: 14 Days
  • Returns Accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Size Type: Regular
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Design: Racing
  • Size: 42
  • Brand: Whiting
  • Performance/Activity: Racing
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • Type: Jacket
  • Condition: Pre-owned
  • Department: Men
  • Theme: Vintage
  • Color: Blue
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Style: Motorcycle Jacket

    Description

    1960’s Wool Melton Irwindale Raceway Whiting Jacket California LA Drag Racing
    Up for bid is a Vintage drag racing jacket from Irwindale Raceway. Expect wear from age and use. Note some damage from moth holes. Jacket has some fading. Lining has stains and holes. Please study pictures closely for details on condition. Jacket was made by Whiting of Los Angeles California. Factory Size 42. Jacket is embroidered “Record Holder 6.74 230 M.P.H” And “Bob”. “Bob” could refer to NHRA powerhouse Bob Glidden.
    A similar jacket was in the collection of NHRA Founder, Wally Parks. His collection was sold in 2004 to benefit the NHRA Motorsports Museum. There is also a similar example at the NHRA Museum, Pomona, CA.