I cannot wait to see this exhibit and share my story with the fans from around the world who will see it in the coming months.” “To be called an ‘icon’ is extremely humbling, but the collection put together by the IMS Museum staff is phenomenal. “Winning the Indianapolis 500 changed my life and Indy has been like a second home for my family for a very long time, so I’m very much looking forward to everything the Museum and the Speedway have planned in May,” said Andretti. Many other notable cars, firesuits, helmets and memorabilia will be part of “Mario Andretti: ICON.” The exhibit opens to the public on today, May 1 and remains at the IMS Museum through November 10. The Horn Offenhauser Sprint Car, named “Baby,” from Andretti’s first Sprint car race.

A 1994 Lola T9400 from his “Arrivederci Mario” farewell season.

The 1967 Dean Van Lines Brawner Hawk II, an Indy 500 pole-winner.

The 1974 Vel’s Parnelli Jones team Formula 1 car.

The John Player Special Lotus Type 79-4, from the 1978 F1 World Championship run.

Presented by Shell V-Power NiTRO+, “ Mario Andretti: ICON” will bring together many of the most significant cars in Andretti’s career at the IMS Museum.

Now to honor the 50th anniversary of his 1969 victory at the Indianapolis 500, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum is unveiling a special exhibit, and it arrives just in time for racing season in Indy. Over the course of his illustrious career, the auto sports legend has proven his mastery across all styles of racing, with wins in Formula One, Ind圜ar, World Sportscar Championship and NASCAR. It’s hard to have a conversation about auto racing without mentioning the name Mario Andretti.

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