| Manufacturer / Kit: | Monogram #2939 |
| Vehicle: | 1991 Pontiac Grand Prix |
| Sponsor / Design: | Pennzoil |
| Driver: | #30 Michael Waltrip |
| Scale: | 1/24 |
| Condition: | New, original factory-sealed packaging, may show signs of storage wear |
The Pontiac and Pennzoil Racing
In 1991, Pennzoil joined forces with Bahari Racing and the Pontiac Motor Division and sent this outstanding Pennzoil race car to the starting line of the American NASCAR series.
Behind the wheel was none other than Michael Waltrip, who had already scored a number of successes on the ovals in the years before.
Built by Bahari Racing and run exclusively on the Winston Cup oval tracks, Michael Waltrip piloted the yellow Pennzoil Grand Prix in 1991, 1992 and 1993, as well as at Sears Point and Watkins Glen.
In those years he finished 10th, 12th and 23rd, and 21st and 35th at Sears Point. The Pontiac was then retired and used for several years as a practice car for rehearsing pit stops. The bright yellow race car was later sold to a private collector. It was carefully maintained and serviced until it was finally restored in 2008 by Bill Rhine Enterprises, in an elaborate restoration that followed the original specifications.
Michael Waltrip
Michael Waltrip lived for a long time in the shadow of his famous brother Darrell Waltrip, the NASCAR champion and multiple-time winner. He held a record for 462 consecutive Cup races without a single win, until he moved to Dale Earnhardt Inc. in 2001.
In the “Great American Race,” the Daytona 500, he scored the first win of his career. Sadly, there was still no reason to celebrate, because just a few yards behind him, his boss and personal friend Dale Earnhardt was fatally injured in a crash on the final stretch.
Michael Waltrip began his career in 1985 with the Bahari Racing Team at the Coca-Cola 600 in Charlotte, where he drove for Dick Bahre. He finished the race in 28th place and ranked 57th in the Cup standings after just five completed races.
He stayed with BRT until he moved to the Wood Brothers Ford Team at the end of the 1995 season.
His terrible crash in 1990 at Bristol is still remembered today, where he completely destroyed his Busch Series Pontiac in the spring race. Even so, Michael Waltrip climbed out of the wreck, which was smashed beyond recognition, almost unhurt.
After the sponsors Kool-Aid and Country Time Lemonade, Pennzoil took over the primary sponsorship of the Bahari team. The bright yellow cars were a real eye-catcher and stood out immediately in every race.
The Model Kit
This Monogram model kit from 1991 is a Pontiac Grand Prix that, after the facelift, has a slightly lower grille opening than the earlier so-called “mail slot” style.
If you want to build a truly high-performance slot car according to the NASCAR124 rules, the 1990 and 1991 Pontiac Grand Prix are an excellent choice. They feature a very low center of gravity and a very wide track, so the maximum allowed width can be built without any problems. Together with the Sakatsu or Thunder chassis, the minimum weight of 210 grams can be hit almost exactly, without having to compromise on details or paint. A real insider tip…
Notice
This model kit is not a toy for children!
It contains small parts that can easily be swallowed. Never leave children under 10 years of age unattended with a model kit like this!
Please note that the included decals may be brittle due to their age. If you want to use them, you should definitely pre-treat the decals before soaking them and coat them with a suitable film!
I accept no liability whatsoever for the fit, condition or functionality of the decals!
