1955 John Zink Special
Driver: Bob Swiekert
Chassis: Kurtis Kraft 500D
Engine: Offenhauser
Kit by Monogram - two kits were actually used with body pieces cut apart and put back together to achieve a more accurate configuration.

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Yes, a pink car actually won the Indy 500. Sadly, this race saw the demise of two time defending Indy 500 Champion Bill Vukovich who was killed on lap 56 - while leading - in an attempt to become the first person to win three consecutive Indianapolis 500’s.