Elvis Presley's ‘Black Mamba' Ferrari Dino Coming to AutoFair
Fans of Elvis Presley and classic cars alike will get a rare opportunity to see one of the King of Rock 'n' Roll's prized possessions up close at AutoFair, presented by Camping World, at Charlotte Motor Speedway from April 3-5. Presley's sleek 1975 Ferrari Dino 308GT4, known as the 'Black Mamba,' will be on display throughout the weekend, making the journey from Graceland in Memphis to the Queen City for the special exhibition.
'In the entertainment world, there is no bigger name than Elvis Presley,' said Greg Walter, president and general manager of Charlotte Motor Speedway. 'To be able to showcase a piece of his personal car collection at AutoFair is to relive an iconic era of music history and pay tribute to his legendary life and career.'
Unlike most of Presley's car collection, which he typically purchased new, he acquired the Ferrari Dino in October 1976 for $21,000 simply because he loved how it handled on the road. The car, an Italian-made masterpiece featuring a striking black-on-black finish, became one of his favorites.
Adding to the vehicle's legendary status, Presley—who had been named an honorary captain of the Memphis Police Department—fitted the Ferrari with dashboard police lights. Rather than issuing tickets, he was known for stopping drivers only to offer them autographs and remind them to slow down.
Officials from Elvis Presley's Graceland will be on hand throughout the AutoFair weekend to share insights into the King's automotive passion and his enduring legacy. Fans can also learn about exclusive tours of Graceland and explore other special artifacts from Presley's storied career.
'Elvis was such a car guy, and being able to showcase one of his cars at this prestigious track is always special,' said Angie Marchese, Vice President of Graceland Archives and Exhibits. 'Elvis' 1975 Ferrari has traveled the world, and we are thrilled to bring it to North Carolina to share with car enthusiasts.'
AutoFair guests will have the unique chance to experience a piece of music and automotive history as Presley's 'Black Mamba' takes center stage at one of the premier car events of the year.
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