Vehicle Description
Relive the golden days of the Winston Cup Series with this
exceptional 1976 Banjo Matthews chassis, originally purchased new
by NASCAR legend Elmo Langley. This car is a testament to the
dedication and craftsmanship of two of NASCAR's pivotal figures:
Elmo Langley, a talented driver and owner who helped build NASCAR
from the ground up, and Banjo Matthews, a renowned chassis builder
whose work became the backbone of countless winning teams.
Together, they embodied the heart and soul of the sport.
This chassis has been comprehensively restored to period-correct
perfection by the artisans at Rhine Enterprises, who completed this
painstaking project in the fall of 2019. No detail was overlooked
in this meticulous restoration, and it was upgraded for road racing
to honor its legacy and performance. With a dry sump 358ci Ford Cup
motor featuring Yates C3 heads, a road race-style roller cam,
Dailey Engineering billet sump pan, and Jones front drive setup
with power steering, this machine is built to perform. The
powertrain was expertly crafted by Collins Engine Works in Denver,
NC, ensuring peak performance.
Driving components include a Tex T101A road race transmission, a
full floater 9" rear axle with cambered snouts, and a 6-piston road
race brake package for impeccable stopping power. It's outfitted
for safety with a Childress steering column, Sweet QR hub, Butler
Built 15" seat, Schroth belts, and a fire suppression system. With
under 2 hours of run time, this car is essentially a brand-new
example of a vintage NASCAR legend, crafted to be driven and to
deliver thrilling, authentic road race experience.
Whether you're a collector or a driver, you'd be hard-pressed to
find a finer example of a period-correct NASCAR ready to hit the
track today.
