This is a rare and visually striking promotional t-shirt for the 1992 Grand Prix Du Mardi Gras, a high-octane street race held around the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans.The event was part of the IMSA GT Championship, and this specific garment highlights Camel Cigarettes as a major sponsor. Tobacco-sponsored racing memorabilia from the early 90s is highly collectible, particularly from niche street circuit events like the Mardi Gras Grand Prix, which only ran for a few years in that era.
The 1992 race saw legendary drivers like Juan Manuel Fangio II taking the win on the 1.430-mile circuit. This shirt is a quintessential example of "Joe Camel" era marketing, featuring the bold neon colors and aggressive 90s typography associated with the brand's heavy investment in motorsports. The graphic typically includes racing motifs alongside New Orleans/Mardi Gras imagery, making it a unique cross-over between sports history and regional tourism ephemera.
This garment shows heavy, authentic vintage character. There is noticeable yellowing throughout the white cotton, most prominently appearing as pit stains and general age-related discoloration. The tag is washed out and brittle, but the fabric remains soft and wearable. This is a "true thrashed" vintage piece, perfect for those who prioritize the aged, "found" look over pristine condition.
Tag Size: XL (Confirmed by measurements)
Pit to Pit: 23.25 inches
Length: 27 inches
Era: 1992 (Dated on graphic)
This is a rare and visually striking promotional t-shirt for the 1992 Grand Prix Du Mardi Gras, a high-octane street race held around the Louisiana Superdome in New Orleans.The event was part of the IMSA GT Championship, and this specific garment highlights Camel Cigarettes as a major sponsor. Tobacco-sponsored racing memorabilia from the early 90s is highly collectible, particularly from niche street circuit events like the Mardi Gras Grand Prix, which only ran for a few years in that era.
The 1992 race saw legendary drivers like Juan Manuel Fangio II taking the win on the 1.430-mile circuit. This shirt is a quintessential example of "Joe Camel" era marketing, featuring the bold neon colors and aggressive 90s typography associated with the brand's heavy investment in motorsports. The graphic typically includes racing motifs alongside New Orleans/Mardi Gras imagery, making it a unique cross-over between sports history and regional tourism ephemera.
This garment shows heavy, authentic vintage character. There is noticeable yellowing throughout the white cotton, most prominently appearing as pit stains and general age-related discoloration. The tag is washed out and brittle, but the fabric remains soft and wearable. This is a "true thrashed" vintage piece, perfect for those who prioritize the aged, "found" look over pristine condition.
Tag Size: XL (Confirmed by measurements)
Pit to Pit: 23.25 inches
Length: 27 inches
Era: 1992 (Dated on graphic)
