Before the championships. Before the dynasty. This is where the Bud King legacy started.

Before the records, before the dominance, there was a car that helped define a brand—and a nickname that would stick forever.

This 1979 Plymouth Arrow Funny Car, driven by Kenny Bernstein, represents the early era of what would become one of the most iconic partnerships in motorsports history: Budweiser and the “Bud King.”

Produced in 1997 by Action Racing Collectables (RCCA) in 1:24 scale, this limited edition diecast captures the roots of Bernstein’s rise—long before he became the first driver to break 300 mph and a multi-time NHRA champion.

The bold Budweiser livery, paired with the vintage Funny Car body style, delivers a raw, nostalgic look that stands apart from later-era cars. It’s a reminder of when the sport was evolving—and Bernstein was helping lead that charge.

With only 2,500 produced, this piece sits firmly in the upper tier of collectible NHRA diecast, combining low production numbers, historic significance, and one of the most recognizable names in drag racing.

🏁 Own the Bud King Legacy

Pair this with later-era Bernstein Budweiser dragsters to showcase the full evolution—from the early Funny Car days to Top Fuel dominance

🏆 Why This Piece Matters

• Early-era Kenny Bernstein “Bud King” car
• Represents the origin of Budweiser’s NHRA dominance
• Lower production run (1 of 2,500) = stronger collector demand
• Vintage Funny Car body style (high nostalgia factor)
• Pre-championship era piece (harder to find)

🔍 Collector Specifications

• Driver: Kenny Bernstein
• Nickname: “Bud King”
• Car: 1979 Plymouth Arrow Funny Car
• Scale: 1:24
• Manufacturer: Action Racing Collectables (RCCA)
• Year Produced: 1997
• Production Run: 1 of 2,500
• Edition: Limited Edition Adult Collectible
• Condition: Excellent display condition
• Packaging: Includes original box

⚙️ Features

• Detailed Funny Car chassis and engine
• Authentic Budweiser racing livery
• Vintage body styling true to the 1979 era
• High-quality diecast construction
• Strong display presence for collectors

📦 Shipping & Handling

• Ships fast from Revelry1
• Secure packaging for collector-grade protection
• Carefully handled to preserve both model and box condition

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