Chihuahua Express : ’50 Oldsmobile 88 Carrera Panamericana Racer
The modern La Carrera Panamericana is a revival of the famous international Pan Am that was conducted between 1950 and 1954. Many of the world’s most famous drivers, including world champions like Phil Hill and Juan Manuel Fangio came to Mexico during these years to test their cars, skill, and stamina. The race was started in 1950 by the Mexican government to inform the world that Mexico had a new system of highways stretching across the country–from north to south–for commerce and tourism. When the race was canceled in 1955, its purpose had been accomplished. In 1988, a group of Mexican and North American auto enthusiasts revived the Pan Am as a “pro-rally” or “stage rally.” Read More