Description
Please Note: This auction features $50 bid increments instead of our usual $100. The minimum buyer’s fee has been reduced from $250 to $100. Additionally, the seller will be covering the cost of shipping.
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Back in 2008, Danica Patrick took the IndyCar world by storm with a win at the Japan 300. At the time, she became the series’ first and only woman to drive to a first-place finish. To commemorate the occasion, Tissot made a limited-edition T-Race chronograph in her honor.
Here’s what Tissot wrote in the certificate of authenticity:
“In April 2008, Danica Patrick made history when she became the first woman ever to win a race in the IndyCar Series. The 2009 Limited Edition watch of this Tissot ambassador celebrates her success – and her unrivaled ability to combine dynamism with stylish femininity. The new Tissot T-Race Danica Patrick fuels precision-timekeeping with elegant design in a limited edition of 4,999 pieces. Understandably, one watch is already in pole position on the wrist of this ‘First Lady’ of motorsport.”
They continue with regards to the design:
“The Tissot T-Race Danica Patrick is predominantly white, showcasing design details in the blue of her team. Fine blue seconds hands and numbers on the tachymeter and one chronograph counter develop the intrinsic theme of stylish dynamism with their eye-catching beauty and readability at a glance. The dial is in mother-of-pearl and a sculptured, white rubber strap keeps this special T-Race in place – even if the wearer subjects it to some white-knuckle cornering. Reflecting the spirit of the racetrack is a sporty, stainless steel case with a checkered flag marked on the rotating bezel. The chequered flag also finds its way on to the white case back, where it underlines Danica’s lightening-bolt logo. The Tissot signature of authenticity comes in the form of the engraved number of the watch just below the flag.”
This example is #4,021/4,999.
Per the seller, it will fit up to a 7-inch wrist. The stainless steel case measures 43mm in diameter.
The sale includes a Tissot box, as well as some T-Race booklets and the original certificate of authenticity.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. The seller states that the watch is in “good, worn condition.” He notes that there are “a few hair-line scratches here and there. Overall looking really good and can be enjoyed for many more years to come. New battery and water-tested, everything works like it should.”
Currently located in Purmerend, Netherlands, this Tissot is offered on a Bill of Sale only. Have any Danica Patrick stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
Please Note: This auction features $50 bid increments instead of our usual $100. The minimum buyer’s fee has been reduced from $250 to $100. Additionally, the seller will be covering the cost of shipping.
