1961 Ol Yaller VII
This limited edition race car will be sold to the highest bidder (no reserve!) in Las Vegas at the 2nd Annual Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auction. As one of only nine race cars designed by famous gearhead Max Balchowsky, this E-Type based underdog made its name taking down racing’s best. Going up against Ferrari, Aston, and Maserati was no easy feat in the 50s and 60s, but this V8-powered beast was extremely well engineered, and is still spoken highly of by racing greats like Carrol Shelby and Dan Gurney. Ol Yaller’s success wasn’t only on the track, but also on the silver screen. This particular version also appeared in the Elvis Presley film ‘Viva Las Vegas,’ which only adds to its pedigree. Look for it on the auction block this week, complete with race log books.
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Source: Serious Wheels
