Checkered Flag Mugs
Description: Mention a racetrack that operated in Brooklyn for more than 55 years, and people will think you're crazy, but they're clearly just not in the know. Buzz-a-Rama was a slot car racing venue that was opened in 1965 by Buzz and Dolores Perri that had multiple electrified racing tracks, vintage arcade games, and dusty glass displays selling slot-car racing parts. The hobby was extremely popular in the '60s, with dozens of similar raceways in the city, but Buzz-A-Rama was the last commercial slot-car track in operation in NYC. While other tracks had died out decades ago, Buzz kept his open, even though it made no money, saying that if he didn't own the building, it would have been long gone as well.
Description: Bring race day energy to your collection with this motorsport racing design featuring crossed checkered flags and the phrase Start Your Engines. Bold distressed lettering and hand drawn black and white artwork create a strong track inspired look for racing fans, car enthusiasts, drivers and motorsport supporters. Great for race weekends, car meets, driving clubs and anyone who loves speed, competition and the roar of the starting grid.
Description: A design featuring three distinct flag patterns arranged horizontally above text. From left to right: a flag with horizontal red, white, and blue stripes; a red diamond on a white background; and a blue and white checkerboard pattern with a cross-like shape. Below, large bold text reads 'CAPE FEAR', followed by 'NORTH CAROLINA' and coordinates '132 530'W Z46 S26'W' in black sans-serif font on a white background.
Description: Sun Electric Corporation was founded in 1931 in Chicago, Illinois, focusing on manufacturing electrical test equipment for automotive use. After the war, hot rodders were increasingly souping up their rides and a need to monitor their engines became apparent. Sun applied their history with precision testing equipment to aftermarket automotive gauges, producing some of the best gauges of all time that allowed racers to keep an eye on their engine at all times. From tachometers to oil pressure and everything in between, Sun made a gauge for it, and these original units that came out decades ago remain the holy grail of instrumentation to this very day with most of them still working like new.
Description: Celebrate the holidays with this fun racing-inspired dad graphic featuring a bold checkered flag motif and classic motorsport atmosphere. The design combines family pride with nostalgic racing aesthetics, making it a great choice for dads, racing fans, and holiday collectors. Add this spirited seasonal artwork to your collection for a memorable family celebration theme.
Description: A bold and energetic design for racing moms who live for the excitement of race day. Perfect for cheering from the stands, supporting young drivers, attending motorsports events, or celebrating a family's passion for speed. The vibe is sporty, fast-paced, and full of racing pride.
Description: Show off your 'mama' status with this dynamic design featuring the word 'MAMA' in bold block letters filled with a classic black and white checkered racing pattern. Accented with checkered lines above and below, this art embodies a fast-paced, supportive, and energetic vibe. Perfect for moms who love motorsports or just have a go-getter attitude.
Description: A red race car with the number 5 prominently displayed, featuring "Kellogg's Corn Flakes" branding on the hood and "Kellogg's" on the side. A checkered flag waves above the car, set against a backdrop of green stripes and green grass. Text "TERRY LABONTE" is displayed at the top.
Description: The first true Grand National model, clad in the model's iconic gloss black with pretty much zero chrome trim, debuted in 1984 and was instantly hailed as a triumph of performance by the automotive press. Pumping out a then-stout 200 horsepower and 300 pound-feet of torque, the rear-wheel drive, 3.8-liter turbo coupe blew the doors off just about everything on the road. The Grand National was a subtle sleeper, giving even the Italian supercars a run for their money... and winning almost every time. Despite high demand for these road rockets, the production number remained low before the plug was pulled, so they are still a hot commodity among car enthusiasts and collectors alike today.
Description: Altamont Speedway was a motorsports racetrack located in northern California, west of Tracy. The track opened on July 22, 1966. Altamont contained a variety of different track configurations including a 1/2 mile oval, 1/4 mile oval, 1.1-mile road course, and a figure 8 track, and was the state's largest oval racetrack north of Los Angeles. Altamont Speedway is well known for its December 6, 1969, hosting of the notorious and ill-fated Altamont Free Concert, featuring several top rock acts. After 42 years of racing, the speedway closed in October 2008.
Description: Show your passion for motorsport with this minimalist racing flag badge. The clean checkered flag illustration captures the excitement of the finish line and the energy of auto racing. A sharp choice for race drivers, car enthusiasts, karting fans, track day supporters, and anyone who loves racing culture. The simple monochrome design works across everyday essentials and makes a strong statement at race events, automotive meets, or casual outings.
Description: The Dr. Oldsmobile theme was one of Oldsmobile's most successful marketing campaigns in the early '70s, it involved fictional characters created to promote the wildly popular 442 muscle car. 'Dr. Oldsmobile' was a tall lean professor type who wore a white lab coat. His assistants included 'Elephant Engine Ernie' who represented the big block 455 Rocket engine. 'Shifty Sidney' was a character who could be seen swiftly shifting his hand using a Hurst shifter. 'Wind Tunnel Waldo' had slicked back hair that appeared to be constantly wind blown. He represented Oldsmobile's wind tunnel testing, that produced some of the sleekest designs of the day. Another character included 'Hy Spy' who had his ear to the ground as he spied on the competition.
Description: Show off your American pride and mom status with this trendy patriotic design! Featuring the word "MAMA" in a bold collegiate varsity font filled with USA flag stars and stripes, alongside a retro red and white checkered lightning bolt and a cute coquette star-spangled bow. Perfect for mothers to wear at 4th of July celebrations, Memorial Day BBQs, or just for everyday summer style. This unique graphic beautifully blends modern boutique trends with classic Americana vibes.
Description: "Dyno" Don Nicholson earned his nickname while working at the big Pasadena Chebby dealer, using the dynamometer to tune customer cars. With the aid of his dealer connections, his prowess on the track caught the attention of Bowtie's racing gurus in Detroit, and Nicholson was one of the first to receive a 409 when it debuted in 1961. He put that 409 to good use, winning the Top Stock Eliminator at the first Winternationals in his Bel Air. He repeated that feat in '62, by which time he had been lured to Atlanta to work his tuning magic for Nalley Chebby. Nalley would not ony sponsor his Bel Air, but also set him up with his own dedicated tuning garage, calling it the Nalley-Nicholson Dyno Shop.
Description: Add feminine motorsport style with coquette racing bows featuring checkered flag bows, outlined bow details, and glossy black satin bows. This repeating pattern blends racing culture with coquette fashion for women who love race cars, checkered flags, and polished decorative graphics. A striking black and white bow design for track day fans and anyone who enjoys stylish racing inspired art.
