This is an original 1951 black and white print ad for the Champion Spark Plug Company of Toledo, Ohio. Shown in the advertisement are various winners of the Indianapolis 500, including Lee Wallard, Johnny Parsons, George Robson, Mauri Rose, Floyd David, Wilbur Shaw, Floyd Roberts, Kelly Petillo, Bill Cummings, Fred Frame, Lou Schneider, Billy Arnold, Ray Keech, Louis Meyer, George Souders, Frank Lockhart, Peter de Paolo, Joe Boyer, L. L. Corum, and Tommy Milton.
CONDITION
This 60+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage.
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Product Type: Original Print Ad; Black / White
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Grade: Very Fine ++
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Dimensions: Approximately 6 x 9 inches; 15 x 23 cm
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Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
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Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)
Keywords specific to this image: racing, race cars, sport
PSC1A8C51