Porsche 804 Formula 1 Winner by Danny Day | Dan Gurney Autographed | Limited Ed
Porsche 804 Formula One Car by Danny Day | Dan Gurney Autographed | Limited Edition Lithograph
Rare Formula One Collectible – Signed by Racing Legend Dan Gurney
Offered here is a beautiful limited-edition lithograph of the legendary Porsche 804 Formula One race car, created from the original artwork of nationally acclaimed American artist Danny Day. This highly collectible piece is individually autographed by Dan Gurney, one of the greatest and most versatile racing drivers in motorsports history.
This artwork commemorates one of the most important moments in Porsche Formula One history—the car that carried Dan Gurney to Porsche's only Formula One World Championship Grand Prix victory.
Edition Details
Limited-edition lithograph by acclaimed artist Danny Day
Individually signed by Dan Gurney
Individually signed and numbered by Danny Day
Edition of only 50 pieces
Unframed size: 8" x 10"
Production Date: 2004
Highly collectible motorsports artwork
Limited-edition lithograph by acclaimed artist Danny Day
Individually signed by Dan Gurney
Individually signed and numbered by Danny Day
Edition of only 50 pieces
Unframed size: 8" x 10"
Production Date: 2004
Highly collectible motorsports artwork
Please note: The edition number shown in the photographs may differ from the numbered piece you receive.
The Significance of the Porsche 804
The Porsche 804 occupies a unique place in Formula One history. Developed for the 1962 Formula One season, it was Porsche's purpose-built Grand Prix car and represented the company's highest level of commitment to international single-seat racing.
Powered by Porsche's sophisticated air-cooled flat-eight engine, the 804 combined lightweight engineering, exceptional handling, and German precision. While competing against established Formula One powers such as Ferrari, Lotus, BRM, and Cooper, Porsche quickly proved it could compete at the highest level of world motorsport.
The car achieved its greatest success at the 1962 French Grand Prix, where Dan Gurney drove the Porsche 804 to victory at Rouen-Les-Essarts. The win remains Porsche's only Formula One World Championship Grand Prix victory as a constructor and stands as one of the most significant milestones in the company's racing history.
The artwork depicts the sleek open-wheel Porsche Formula One machine wearing race number 30, capturing the elegance and simplicity of Formula One's golden era.
Today, the Porsche 804 remains one of the most historically important Formula One cars ever built and is treasured by Porsche enthusiasts around the world.
Dan Gurney – Formula One Winner and American Racing Icon
Few drivers have enjoyed a career as diverse and successful as Dan Gurney.
His accomplishments include:
Four Formula One Grand Prix victories
Winner of Porsche's only Formula One Grand Prix victory
Winner of the 1967 24 Hours of Le Mans with A.J. Foyt
Indianapolis 500 winner
Founder of All American Racers
Creator of the Eagle Formula One and Indy Cars
Member of numerous Motorsports Halls of Fame
Gurney remains one of the most respected figures in racing history and is widely recognized as one of the greatest American drivers of all time.
His signature on this lithograph creates a direct connection to one of the most important victories in Porsche Formula One history.
About the Artist – Danny Day
Danny Day is a nationally recognized American artist known for his highly realistic sports and automotive artwork. A graduate of the Columbus College of Art and Design, Day has earned acclaim for his ability to capture not only the appearance of his subjects but also the spirit and history behind them.
His work has been commissioned and signed by many legendary athletes and racing figures. Collectors value Danny Day's artwork for its realism, attention to detail, and historical authenticity.
Baseball legend Mickey Mantle once remarked:
"This is one of the best paintings I've seen done of me."
Framing Option Available
This lithograph is offered unframed; however, professional custom framing is available for an additional $125.00. A custom-framed presentation transforms this collectible into a stunning display piece suitable for a home, office, showroom, library, garage, or automotive collection.
Important Note to Buyers
The photographs shown are representative of the edition being offered. Due to the limited-edition nature of this artwork, the lithograph you receive may not be the exact numbered piece pictured in this listing.
You will receive an authentic limited-edition example from the same edition, bearing the original signatures of Dan Gurney and Danny Day, along with its own unique edition number.
All prints are from the same edition, and the condition, size, signatures, and overall presentation will be substantially the same as the example shown.
A Rare Opportunity for Collectors
Combining:
The legendary Porsche 804 Formula One car
Dan Gurney's authentic signature
The artistry of Danny Day
A limited edition of only 50 pieces
Porsche's only Formula One Grand Prix victory
This is a rare opportunity to own a genuine piece of Porsche and Formula One history.
Perfect for collectors of:
Porsche racing memorabilia
Dan Gurney autographs
Formula One collectibles
Grand Prix racing history
Automotive fine art
Historic motorsports memorabilia
Please review all photographs carefully and feel free to contact us with any questions. Thank you for your interest.