Chase Elliott has been the most popular NASCAR driver of the last five years. Understandably, the 202o Cup champion’s merchandise and collectibles are among the most in-demand commodities throughout the fanbase. Chase’s No.9 Llumar Throwback Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 die-cast is one of the most popular collectibles in the community.

Want to have the 2023 Best in Show Throwback Paint Scheme Fan Vote winner in your precious collection? The popular diecast is now available on Chase Elliott’s official merchandise store for only $184.95 and even comes with the No.9 driver’s autograph. The lush red paint scheme was a tribute to Chase’s father and NASCAR Hall of Famer, Bill Elliott. The diecast also features a special message to all the mothers worldwide as the race took place on Mother’s Day at the Darlington Raceway.

A heartwarming tribute by Chase Elliott for his legendary father

Bill Elliott has undeniably emerged as an iconic figure in NASCAR. With 44 wins and the 1988 Winston Cup championship, he has etched his name into the NASCAR Hall of Fame. Bill also bagged NASCAR’s Most Popular Driver of the Year award a staggering 16 times, which has been the highest number of wins by a driver so far.

Chase has rightfully followed in his father’s footsteps and is already on a streak of five successive seasons of winning the prize. Chase Elliott watched his dad win four races from 2001 to 2003 in a similarly painted No.9 Dodge. What makes the paint scheme more significant is the fact that the Hendrick Motorsports driver has admitted how that particular phase of his dad’s career inspired him to take up racing professionally.

To pay tribute to the career of a well-deserved champion and a great father, Chase replicated the No.9 Dodge’s paint scheme at Darlington earlier this year in May. While a win eluded him on the day, the respect was great.

The emotional throwback connected with the fans who have always supported Bill and Chase, as reflected in their individual achievements.

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Chase reveals the motivation behind the iconic throwback

Earlier this year, NASCAR celebrated its 75th anniversary by announcing a list of NASCAR’s 75 greatest drivers. Among the list of legendary names, the father-son duo of Bill and Chase Elliott claimed their rightful place on it.

Looking at how Chase has gone about his career as a race car driver and a personality, one could draw similarities between him and his father. When asked about the importance of the Darlington tribute, the 27-year-old said, “This one means a lot.”

“Those years were extremely crucial, not only for the number, but I’m not even sure I would have found racing had those years not been going on. If I wasn’t exposed then, I don’t know that I’d find it. Those years impacted me heavily and certainly sparked my interest to want to try to do it.” 

The paint scheme surely does have a lot of history and emotions behind it. With the diecast available on the official Chase Elliott store now, make haste and grab yours for only $184.95!

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