1969 GULF PORSCHE 917K NO.20
ORIGINAL FINE ART PAINTING BY LANCE GROOTBOOM
The Legendary 1969 Gulf Porsche 917K No.20
Chassis No. 917-022 is one of the most recognizable race cars of all time. Purchased new in 1970 directly from the Porsche factory by Steve McQueen and Solar Productions, it was used extensively in the filming of the iconic 1971 film Le Mans. The car served as the hero car driven by McQueen during the race sequences and was specially prepared and altered for film production in many ways, including the addition of camera mounts and brackets. Many of the original camera mounting locations are still intact today.
A comprehensive restoration by Cavaglieri Restorations of Van Nuys, California, was completed in August 2024. The car was restored to its 1970 specifications as seen in the 1971 movie Le Mans and as driven by Steve McQueen, while also refreshing its mechanical components. During the restoration, the entire car was repainted and new graphics were installed to correctly match the Blue and Orange Gulf Oil No. 20 livery seen in the film.
Following filming, 917-022 was purchased by Reinhold Joest of Team Auto Usdau and campaigned during the 1971 race season by drivers Willi Kauhsen, Joest, Angel Monguzzi, and Jo Siffert. In 1975, 917-022 was acquired by Porsche factory driver Brian Redman. Redman sold the car to his friend and Le Mans-winning Porsche 917K driver Richard Attwood in 1977. Attwood refinished 917-022 in a red and white livery resembling the 1970 Salzburg 917K in which he secured Porsche’s first overall victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, and he campaigned the car sporadically in European historic racing events throughout his ownership.
In late 1999, Attwood decided to offer 917-022 for sale and returned it to the Blue and Orange Gulf Oil livery made famous in Le Mans. The car was sold at the Monterey auctions in August 2000 and purchased by renowned historic Porsche collector Frank Gallogly. Comedian and Porsche enthusiast Jerry Seinfeld acquired 917-022 from Gallogly in 2001 and has maintained possession of the car in his renowned collection ever since.
Jacksonville
Florida
The 1969 Gulf Porsche 917K - A Masterpiece by Lance Artworx
When you invest in a Lance Artworx Original Fine Art Painting, you are not just acquiring a piece of art - you are claiming ownership of a truly unique creation. Each artwork is 100% hand-painted with the finest acrylic paints on premium, gallery-wrapped canvas, and is designed to stand the test of time.
This stunning 1969 Gulf Porsche 917K painting, measuring 55.11” × 27.55”, is a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. There is only one of these paintings in existence, and once sold, it will never be recreated.
Why Own This Painting?
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1-of-1 Original : Only one exists. Once it’s sold, it will never be recreated.
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Certificate of Authenticity : Comes with official documentation to confirm the painting’s exclusivity and provenance.
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This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a piece of automotive and artistic history. If you are a collector who values rarity, craftsmanship, and timeless elegance, this painting is for you.
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