![]() “It’s something everyone has wanted to do,” said Tharp, named to his post in June. In all, 36 of 40 race teams will feature some type of paint scheme to honor NASCAR’s past, said Darlington president Kerry Tharp. “But this is definitely my favorite,” said Stewart, who’ll make his final start at Darlington. ![]() Stewart said he’s been backed by the beverage company for some time and has taken part in many unique promotions on their behalf. Stewart will drive the red-and-gold Coca-Cola car patterned like the one Bobby Allison steered to victory at the Southern 500 in 19. Matt Kenseth, Edwards’ teammate at Joe Gibbs Racing, will bring back the Tide car that was driven to victory lane 20 times between 19 by icons like Hall of Famer Darrell Waltrip, Ricky Rudd and Ricky Craven. “I’ve got my helmet ready to throw,” joked defending Darlington winner Carl Edwards, who’ll sport a tribute to retiring - and fiery - Tony Stewart and his Home Depot car from the three-time series champ’s rookie season in 1999. Sprint Cup drivers and teams have gone all out to dress up for the Southern 500 tonight, pulling out beloved paint schemes to honor stock car racing’s colorful, vibrant past. All are locked in fans minds and NASCAR history - and all are back on display at Darlington Raceway’s latest throwback weekend. The Tide Ride, the Busch Beer car and the bright red Coca-Cola machine.
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