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Up for sale is an incredible, piece of drag racing history! This 1988 NHRA Castrol GTX Keystone Nationals Champion Jacket was custom-made for legendary multi-class NHRA champion Rob Slavinski (known in the racing community as \"Rapid Rob\"). Slavinski was a powerhouse driver for Team Castrol, renowned for his versatility and winning national events across three different racing disciplines (Super Gas, Super Comp, and Competition Eliminator).This specific satin bomber-style jacket commemorates his major victory in the Super Gas category at the 1988 Keystone Nationals held at Maple Grove Raceway.Features & Details:
• Color: Rich burgundy/maroon satin finish.
• Patches & Embroidery: Features an official NHRA Drag Racing patch on the right chest, beautifully embroidered \"1988 Castrol GTX Keystone Nationals\" graphics, and Rob Slavinski’s name alongside his \"Super Gas\" category on the left chest. The iconic Winston sponsor logo is featured on the sleeve.
• Hardware: Heavy-duty zippered pockets, zippered main closure, and a snap collar.
• Size: Men\'s XLCondition & Provenance:
Excellent vintage condition with no rips, stains, or structural damage. The embroidery and patches are crisp and vibrant.
• 100% Authentic / Union Made: This jacket features the original, era-correct United Garment Workers of America (UGWA) AFL-CIO union tag sewn into the inner lining, proving it was manufactured in an American union facility in the late 1980s. This is an official team/driver piece, not a modern replica.
• Scent Note: Please note that this jacket has a light, authentic vintage storage scent from decades of safe keeping, adding to its genuine retro charm. It is being sold as-found to preserve its collector value.Perfect for NHRA collectors, vintage streetwear enthusiasts, or motorsports fans. Don\'t miss out on a true, documented piece of racing history!the jacket itself is closer in color to the first photo, than the rest. use that photo for color reference.
