REBIRTH OF A LEGEND // HISTORY OF LA CARRERA PANAMERICANA

From 1950-1954, La Carrera Panamericana was considered one of the most dangerous races in the world. Organized by the Mexican government shortly after the completion of the Panamerican Highway in 1950, La Carrera Panamericana was a nine-stage, five-day race from Southern Mexico across the country toward Texas, some 2176 miles in total. With points for the World Sportscar Championship being awarded, the race attracted race drivers from nearly every form of motorsport. However, following the 1955 Le Mans disaster, the race was cancelled and would not return until Eduardo León Camargo resurrected the event in 1988.

Produced by Gary Faules and the guys at Team California’s Best, Rebirth of a Legend chronicles the history of the legendary La Carrera Panamericana as well as the teams own effort in 2007. Utilizing rare vintage footage alongside some great hi-def video shot during their attempt in 2007, follow the link for a look at the trailer as well as a handful of photos from the 2008 La Carrera Panamericana... [read more]













For more photos from the 2008 La Carrera Panamericana, click here

Photo: Rene Ortega
Editorial: Justin W. Coffey