Indy Roadsters at MIS

There was a little-publicized historic Indy car gathering at Michigan Int'l Speedway this past Friday. Several 50s/60s roadsters, which to me are some of the coolest racing cars. Period.

This is the first Chevy-powered Indy car. Check out the offset engine placement. From 1960:

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A few more:

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There was also this stunning 409 Impala drag car in one of the garages. Built by Ronnie Sox.

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