Dyno Don Nicholson ’64 Mercury Comet Clone in Action

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One of the most legendary and humble drag racers “Dyno” Don Nicholson passed away on January 24, 2006, but his legacy lives. This 1964 Mercury Comet is a clone built by Fast Freddy Henderson and the 422 Motorsports team who campaigned “Mid-Sixties Ford” factory race cars.

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Obviously the 1964 Mercury Comet is a lot faster than the one Dyno Don raced. It is a well dialed in and consistent bracket car, but still brings back memories from those glorous days. I am not sure who owns it now as the action was filmed few years ago, and I heard it was for sale.

Play Zlumlord’s video to see the ’64 Mercury Comet drag racing at Maple Grove Raceway.

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