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Don Garlits – First to Break 250 MPH in the Quarter Mile (1979)
This original 1979 vintage print commemorates a milestone in drag racing history — Don "Big Daddy" Garlits becoming the first driver to exceed 250 mph in the quarter mile. A must-have for NHRA fans and racing memorabilia collectors, this piece blends motorsport legacy with quality craftsmanship, ready to hang and enjoy.
Framed Print Features:
✔ Original Upcycled Print – Genuine 1979 magazine ad, professionally upcycled from its original form
✔ Newly Framed & Matted – Dry mounted on archival foam board for a smooth, wrinkle-free finish, matted in white, and set in a 1 1/4" matte black wood frame
✔ Protected Behind Glass – Clear glass front, sealed dust cover backing, and hanging hardware included
✔ Historic Milestone – Commemorates the first 250+ MPH quarter-mile run at Ontario Motor Speedway
✔ Size – Framed dimensions approximately 12" x 15"
Important Notes on Original Prints:
🔹 Authentic Vintage Ad – Not a reproduction; sourced from a late 1970s motorsports magazine
🔹 Signs of Age – May include minor wear consistent with age, adding to its nostalgic appeal
Perfect For:
🏁 NHRA and drag racing collectors
🏁 Fans of Don Garlits and American motorsport history
🏁 A unique gift for gearheads, racers, or man cave decor
Craftsmanship Matters.
At Vintage Art Garage, we’re preserving a little motorsport history one print at a time. We don’t just frame old magazine pages — we upcycle them. Each original print is dry mounted, matted, and framed with care to transform it into lasting automotive wall art.
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All pieces are authentic vintage advertisements and automotive memorabilia.
Items are carefully sourced and inspected for quality.
The condition of each piece is clearly described before purchase.
Vintage prints are professionally mounted to help preserve their condition.
Framed pieces use quality materials for a clean, finished look.
Each framed piece is protected and ready to display.
Orders over $50 qualify for free U.S. shipping.
Smaller orders have a flat-rate shipping fee.
Returns are accepted within 30 days, subject to the return conditions.
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STUNNING! Looks exactly as shown and even more beautiful in person. Was packaged very well, I would definitely buy again
I absolutely love it. Wrapped and packaged super well. Wasn't nothing getting through that! Probably one of the top items that I've bought online. Hard to choose sometimes since you can't visualize it in real time.
Great print. Love the colors. Will fit in an ongoing remodel of family room. Excellent print/product. Arrived in fine shape. Thank you. Looks even better displayed in person. Perfect addition to our family room.
The artwork exceeded my expectations. The colors are rich, the frame feels substantial, and everything arrived ready to hang.
Beautiful piece of automotive history. It was packed with real care and looks fantastic in my garage collection.
Exactly as described and even better in person. The presentation is excellent and shipping was quick and secure.
Answers to common questions about products, framing, shipping, and returns.
Vintage Art Garage specializes inrestored and upcycled vintage automotive advertisements, new nostalgic prints featuring classic cars and trucks, vintage racing prints, and retro wall décor such as reproduction signs and thermometers. The company says its connection to classic cars comes from more than 40 years in the automotive repair industry.
They offer:
Yes. Their vintage advertisements are collected from old magazines, brochures, posters, estate sales, and flea markets, with material dating back to the 1920s. The Barracuda item you linked, for example, is specifically described as an original vintage magazine advertisement.
No. The signs and thermometers are high-quality reproductions of classic/vintage designs. They are made to capture the appearance and nostalgia of the originals rather than being original vintage pieces.
The original ads are professionally dry-mounted onto acid-free foam board. They are then finished with a white conservation mat to enhance the colors and provide a standard framing size. The Barracuda ad you linked uses this process and is paired with a white mat and satin-black wood frame.
