1:18-scale model of Sam Hanks’s No. 9 Belond Special, winner of the 1957 Indianapolis 500. The approximately 10-inch laydown Offenhauser roadster has a lifting hood, display box, and certificate of authenticity.
Carousel 1 1957 Indianapolis Indy 500 winning offy race car #9 Belond Special driven by Sam Hanks. This limited-production 10-inch race car features detailed construction, a lifting hood, original display box and color, a COA, and all original boxes.
This was Sam’s thirteenth attempt to win the Indy 500, and he retired from racing in Victory Lane. Hanks received a record $103,844 for his win from a total record purse of $300,000. This car won again the next year in 1958, with Jimmy Bryan piloting the very same chassis.
The laydown Offy cars started in 1957, lowering the center of gravity, and lasted until the mid-1960s rear-engine revolution. Please check the photos as they are part of the description and this is the car you will receive. Ships FAST and FREE and insured in the US. Buyer is then responsible for any import fees or local taxes at delivery. Your Satisfaction is our Goal……Buy with confidence.
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