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

$ 1557.6

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

    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.