Mario Andretti Last Lap “thanks For The Memories” Indy 500 Indy Car Series

Very rare Mario Piece owned by my dad. A few are around but are missing the three bottom photos. And includes signature of Mario Andretti . My dad worked for the Andretti’s and was fortunate to picked up some neat pieces along the way. Stop by for more racing items not listed. This framed piece is a tribute to Mario Andretti, one of the most legendary figures in motorsport history, and it commemorates his retirement from competitive racing. Key Elements: Main Artwork (“Thanks for the Memories”) • The central image is a print of Mario Andretti in his Newman/Haas Racing #6 Kmart/Texaco Lola IndyCar. • The piece is titled “Thanks for the Memories” and is signed by: • Mario Andretti • Nicholas Watts (the artist) • The car shown is from his final seasons in CART (Championship Auto Racing Teams), featuring Eagle tires, Texaco, and Kmart branding. • Dated 1993, the artwork captures Andretti celebrating with a raised fist — a moment of farewell or victory. Stamps and Memorabilia (Bottom Section) • The bottom section contains Laguna Seca Raceway memorabilia, where Andretti ran his final professional race on October 9, 1994. • It includes: • His official retirement race ticket or commemorative prints • Stamps or promotional cards titled “Mario’s Last Lap” • Photos of him and the car at Laguna Seca Context: • Laguna Seca, located in Monterey, California, was the final race of Andretti’s storied career in top-level open-wheel racing. • This framed artwork is a limited edition, likely #305 of 500, and holds collector value for fans of IndyCar and racing history.