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1968 Corvette C3 James Garner A.I.R. Team car

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Harv Goranson
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Bitten by the racing bug after making Grand Prix, James Garner wanted to give it a try as a part-time professional. But having signed on to make The Rockford Files, the studio nixed the idea. So he did the next best thing - became a team owner, forming American International Racing. For 1968, Corvette L88s were prepared by AIR and raced at Daytona and elsewhere. Garner also found a loophole in his contract which allowed him to compete in off-road events. Some great pics of the 'Vettes and further links here:

http://airl88.com/

Ixo/DeAgostini has released this diecast of a 1968 AIR Corvette and I think they did a good job for a budget diecast.

DeAgostini 103 Corvette C3 AIR 1968 pic1
DeAgostini 103 Corvette C3 AIR 1968 pic2
DeAgostini 103 Corvette C3 AIR 1968 pic3


   
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Fantastic post Harv. Those L88 Vettes were the beast back then. Great link to the Garner cars and story. Thanks! The detailing on the model is excellent!!



   
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@perrone1 +1.



   
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