Hasbro: Dale Earnhardt '1999 Goodwrench' Chevy

There are few brands, in North American sports and pop culture that are as recognizable as the black number three Chevy that was driven by Dale Earnhardt. Dale drove a variety of paint schemes over his 27 year career in the Cup series, but this one, from 1999 may have been his best. This 1/64 scale effort from Hasbro effectively captures the sleek contours of the Monte Carlo his car was based on. It also comes with some great detailing, and some quality paint work. For a closer look, read on...

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The real thing: Dale Earnhardt drives his No. 3 RCR Monte Carlo during the 1999 season. (Photograph courtesy of Nascar Paint Schemes, x.com).

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Notes:
Even as a kid, I never owned a Dale Earnhardt 1/64 diecast. I owned several cars, but you never even saw Dale Sr. cars at stores. Having this car and opening it was really surreal. It was also humbling when you realize what an incredible legacy and story Dale Sr. gave us. The car is certainly top notch for a model from 1999. I especially like the silver deck lid that commemorates Dale's 25th season. He drove this paint scheme 19 times in 1999, and won in this livery at Talladega in the spring. This is one of my favorite throwback photoshoots of the year. Enjoy. 

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Sources:
-Jayski.com
-Nascar.com
-racing-reference.info