Holden VS Commodore 1997 Bathurst Primus 1000 Classic

The 1997 Primus 1000 Classic was a 1000 kilometre endurance race for V8 Supercars created in response to conflict between AVESCO (Australian Vee Eight Supercar Company) and the Bathurst 1000 organisers, ARDC (Australian Racing Drivers’ Club).
While many attempts were made to broker a truce between the two bodies, there was a fundamental chasm over the issue of television coverage with AVESCO holding a series contract with Network Ten and the ARDC holding a contract with the Seven Network. The solution was for a separate race.
Craig Lowndes and Greg Murphy had great success in 1996, but it wasn’t to be repeated in 1997. Despite finishing third fastest in the Top 10 Shootout. Both factory Holdens got off to a great start, running first and second, making an ominous sight at the head of the pack. But the Mobile Holden Racing Team’s luck was about to change. Disastrously for Lowndes, he hit the wall out of Castrol Curve on lap 38. Their team mates race also ended when Skaife pitted on lap 52 with terminal engine problems.

Item includes certificate and production number plate, mounted to the chassis.