Matchbox Indy 500 Series - Closest Finish Ever Set - Al Unser Jr and Scott Goodyear

The 76th Indianapolis 500 was held at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Sunday, May 24, 1992. The race is famous for the fierce battle in the closing laps, as race winner Al Unser, Jr. held off second place Scott Goodyear for the victory by 0.043 seconds, the closest finish in Indy history.

Cold temperatures and high winds turned the race into a crash-filled, marathon day, dominated by Michael Andretti. Andretti led 160 laps and was 30 seconds in front on lap 189 of 200 when his fuel pump failed. The tone for the race was set early when pole position winner Roberto Guerrero crashed on the pace lap. A race-record ten former winners started in the field. Thirteen cars were eliminated in crashes during the race, and several other serious wrecks occurred during practice.

Following the race, sweeping changes came about at the track, largely in the interest of safety. In addition, a noticeable "changing of the guard" followed, as the 1992 race signaled the final race for several Indy legends, including A. J. Foyt, Rick Mears, Tom Sneva, and Gordon Johncock.

This set was released almost 20 years ago in 1992, to commemorate this race. It’s been well over a decade since we’ve had one of these in stock to offer for sale, we’re very pleased to be able to offer this again.  They were fast sellouts when they first came out. If you collect Indy, Al Unser Jr., Scott Goodyear, or Matchbox this is a great piece for your collection. (1:64 Scale)