Vintage GULF sky blue polo shirt

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Brand polo shirt Gulf GrandPrix Originals vintage sky blue. An automotive garment from a collection by the German brand paying homage to the first victory of Gulf le Mans victory in 1968. A quality, sky-blue polo shirt in 65% cotton and 35% polyester. A polo shirt in the American brand's typical sky blue Gulf. Often accompanied by the color orange, this polo contains only white on the collar and sleeves. Two crests are embroidered on the polo. The " Gulf "logo on the left breast and a "GrandPrix Originals" patch on the right sleeve. Embroidered on the garment are the words " Gulf 1st Victory" in white on the right breast and the number 9, worn by the winning car in 1968, on the left sleeve.

Which car? Gulf won its first race at Le Mans?

The 24 Hours of Le Mans is an automobile competition created in 1923. It is one of the most famous motor races, alongside the Monaco Grand Prix and the Indianapolis 500. The industry Gulf Oïl used the automobile as a marketing tool, becoming the main sponsor of the famous John Wyer team. They competed with a livery in the colors of Gulf in 1968 aboard a Ford GT40. It was to be their first victory at Le Mans, with Ford, and the beginning of the Gulf at the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

To pay tribute to this victory and to this car, the GrandPrix Originals brand has launched the " Gulf 1st Victory " collection. The collection includes this vintage sky-blue polo shirt. An elegant polo in the famous blue worn by the Ford GT40, to which this polo pays homage, notably with the number 9 flocked on the sleeve. The number worn by the GT40 when it won the 1968 race. This polo is a piece of history full of important details and nods to the world of motorsport. What's more, the GrandPrix Originals brand has decided to focus on high-quality products. With an incredible finish, highlighted by the discreet sky-blue topstitching on the shoulders, reminding purists of a racing driver 's suit. This is automotive clothing made by enthusiasts, for enthusiasts!