NASCAR: Dale Earnhardt Jr’s Iconic Race Car Sells At Auction For Remarkably Low Price

Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo has just sold at auction for just $50,500 via ‘Cars And Bids’. This particular model was known for its iconic red-and-black Budweiser design. Built by Dale Earnhardt Industries, it featured in the 2007 season at significant events like the Pepsi 400 in Daytona, part of the esteemed Nextel Cup Series.

The stock car, equipped with a robust 5.9-liter V-8 engine pumps out 600 to 800 horsepower depending on its configuration. This power is seamlessly transferred to the rear wheels via a four-speed manual transmission. However, it’s important to note that this vehicle is strictly non-street legal and exclusively designed for the racetrack.

It also includes a roll cage, a quick-release steering wheel, an advanced fire suppression system, and a replacement of the traditional driver’s side window with a safety net.

The car’s windows, both front and rear, are made from a durable, lightweight composite material rather than standard glass.

Despite not gracing the racetrack in competition for nearly 17 years, the car remains in pristine condition, stored carefully to preserve its historic value. It shows only minor nicks and noticeable tire wear from its racing days. Currently, the car is held by Curated, a Miami-based dealership specializing in high-end exotic vehicles, which acquired the piece in 2023.

Bidding ended on the car today selling for a surprising $50,500, although according to a report from Motor1, the expected price range was between $225,000 to $500,000.

Shane van Gisbergen is set to take Earnhardt Jr.’s No. 88 with Trackhouse Racing. Speaking about his replacement, Earnhardt commented to social media:

“I was lucky to run a few numbers with so much rich history. Excited to see @shanevg97 and @TeamTrackhouse add a new chapter to it. 88 will have a good home there.”

NASCAR Cup Series: Current Standings

1. Tyler Reddick – 823 points
2. Kyle Larson – 806 points
3. Chase Elliott – 805 points
4. Ryan Blaney – 755 points
5. William Byron – 743 points
6. Christopher Bell – 737 points
7. Brad Keselowski – 718 points
8. Denny Hamlin – 712 points
9. Martin Truex Jr – 695 points
10. Ty Gibbs – 676 points
11. Chris Buescher – 658 points
12. Alex Bowman – 648 points
13. Bubba Wallace – 637 points
14. Ross Chastain – 631 points
15. Joey Logano – 586 points
16. Kyle Busch – 552 points
17. Daniel Suárez – 527 points
18. Chase Briscoe – 514 points
19. Austin Cindric – 486 points
20. Todd Gilliland – 480 points
21. Carson Hocevar – 467 points
22. Michael McDowell – 459 points
23. Josh Berry – 448 points
24. Noah Gragson – 426 points
25. Ricky Stenhouse Jr – 404 points
26. Erik Jones – 381 points
27. Ryan Preece – 368 points
28. Daniel Hemric – 365 points
29. Austin Dillon – 360 points
30. Justin Haley – 356 points
31. John H. Nemechek – 343 points
32. Corey LaJoie – 335 points
33. Zane Smith – 316 points
34. Harrison Burton – 306 points
35. Kaz Grala – 166 points
36. Cody Ware – 98 points
37. Joey Hand – 43 points
38. Jimmie Johnson – 39 points
39. Derek Kraus – 32 points
40. David Ragan – 17 points
41. Kamui Kobayashi – 8 points
42. Will Brown – 6 points
43. Cam Waters – 2 points