Vintage Metal Sign Bakersfield 21st Pit Access - 18" x 12"

The artwork presents a weathered pit access placard for the 21st annual Bakersfield March Meet, rendered in a stark red and cream palette. Large block lettering announces 'PIT ACCESS' at the top, followed by '21 th. ANNUAL,' 'BAKERSFIELD,' and 'MARCH MEET,' with the typography carrying scuffs, scratches, and worn edges from the original graphic. Lower in the composition, 'KERN COUNTY RACING ASSN. INC.' appears above a small cartoon-style figure and the visible 'Famoso Drag Strip' text, tying the piece to drag racing culture. The overall look lands squarely in vintage racing sign territory: simple, functional, high contrast, and built around track-day graphics.

As automotive metal signs go, this one is all about typography and period race-event atmosphere rather than a vehicle portrait. The distressed red border and cream field give the artwork an aged access-pass feel, making it a strong fit for a garage, workshop, showroom, office, game room, or man cave with drag racing decor.

Specifications

• Measurements: 18 inches by 12 inches
• Weight: 2 lbs.
• Made after ordered
• Made in the USA
• Heavy 24 gauge American steel is laser cut and primed then the design is baked on to the metal using sublimation
• Pre-drilled and riveted for easy hanging

Each piece is handmade using a process that keeps the worn lettering, red borders, scratches, and small graphic details sharp against the cream background. The result is a faithful metal reproduction with the character of old racing access artwork and the feel of American shop craftsmanship.