Dan Gurney Signed Danny Day Original Art 1964 Lotus 34 Ford Indy 500 #12 Framed

One-of-a-Kind Original Artwork | Personally Signed by Dan Gurney | Professionally Framed

One Legendary Driver. One Revolutionary Race Car. An Extraordinary Piece of Indianapolis 500 History.

Offered directly from the archives of Hallmark Press, Inc., this exceptional original pencil drawing by acclaimed automotive artist Danny Day depicts the historic No. 12 Lotus 34-Ford driven by Dan Gurney in the 1964 Indianapolis 500.

Personally autographed in pencil by Dan Gurney (1931–2018) and signed by artist Danny Day, this one-of-a-kind drawing combines original fine Art with an authentic connection to one of the most influential figures in American motorsports.

Unlike a limited-edition lithograph or reproduction, this is the actual original drawing created by Danny Day, making it a unique addition to any serious collection of Indianapolis racing memorabilia.

Artwork Details

• Title: Dan Gurney’s 1964 Lotus 34-Ford – Indianapolis 500

• Artist: Danny Day

• Year: 2004

• Medium: Original Pencil Drawing

• Subject: Lotus 34-Ford, Racing Number 12

• Artwork Dimensions: 8″ × 11″

• Framed Dimensions: 16″ × 19″

• Autograph: Personally Signed in Pencil by Dan Gurney

• Artist Signature: Signed by Danny Day

• Condition: Original Artwork in Excellent Condition

• Presentation: Professionally Framed and Ready to Display

• Certificate of Authenticity: Included, Issued by Hallmark Press, Inc.

• Provenance: Directly from the Hallmark Press Archives

The Lotus 34-Ford – A Revolution at Indianapolis

The 1964 Lotus 34-Ford represented a pivotal moment in the evolution of American open-wheel racing.

Designed under the direction of legendary Lotus founder Colin Chapman, the lightweight, rear-engine Lotus 34 challenged the traditional front-engine roadsters that had dominated Indianapolis for decades.

Building on the groundbreaking Lotus 29 introduced in 1963, the Lotus 34 incorporated advanced engineering and aerodynamic principles that helped establish a new direction for Indianapolis racing.

At the 1964 Indianapolis 500, Dan Gurney drove the No. 12 Lotus 34-Ford, qualifying sixth before tire-related problems ended his race.

Although the Lotus team did not achieve victory that year, the revolutionary rear-engine concept would soon transform Indianapolis racing, culminating in Jim Clark’s historic 1965 Indianapolis 500 victory in a Lotus-Ford.

Danny Day’s detailed pencil drawing captures this important chapter in motorsports engineering and competition.

Dan Gurney – An American Motorsports Pioneer

Dan Gurney (1931–2018) was one of the most versatile and influential drivers in racing history, achieving success in Formula One, IndyCar, NASCAR, and international endurance racing.

Gurney played an instrumental role in encouraging Colin Chapman and Lotus to compete at Indianapolis, helping bring European rear-engine racing technology to American oval racing.

His remarkable career included winning the 1967 24 Hours of Le Mans alongside A.J. Foyt in a Ford GT40 Mk IV, as well as becoming the first American driver to win a Formula One Grand Prix in a car of his own construction.

Beyond his driving achievements, Gurney founded All American Racers and helped shape generations of American racing innovation.

His personal autograph on this original drawing adds a distinctive historical connection to an important era in Indianapolis 500 history.

About the Artist – Danny Day

Danny Day is an accomplished American artist and graduate of the Columbus College of Art and Design, recognized for his detailed and realistic portrayals of classic automobiles, legendary racing machines, sports figures, wildlife, and golf courses.

His original automotive drawings are especially admired for their precision, intricate mechanical details, and ability to capture the character of historic racing automobiles.

Directly from the Publisher’s Archives – Hallmark Press, Inc.

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This original drawing comes directly from the archives of Hallmark Press, Inc., which has represented and published Danny Day’s artwork.

Its direct provenance, original pencil execution, and authentic Dan Gurney signature distinguish it from mass-produced racing prints and later reproductions.

The artwork is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity issued by Hallmark Press, Inc., documenting its originality and authenticity.

A Unique Piece of Indianapolis Racing History

One Original Drawing. Two Authentic Signatures. One Revolutionary Lotus-Ford.

For collectors of Dan Gurney memorabilia, Indianapolis 500 history, historic Lotus race cars, or original automotive fine Art, this exceptional drawing represents an opportunity to acquire a one-of-a-kind tribute to one of racing’s most innovative eras.

A remarkable addition to any distinguished motorsports collection.