A wider view of the famous "Vukovich pumping gas into Johnny Boyd's car" photo.

Vukovich packs his bags in preparation for the trip back to Indy in 1955.

Vukovich crosses the finish line winning the 100 Mile Champ Car race in Denver in 1951.

Bill and Eli shake hands in this photo from 1940.

Vukovich poses with the entire family around the #45 Midget.

Roy Morrison of the United Race Association congraulates Vuky for his great victories in 1946.

After Vuky won the Pole at Indy in 1953 the rest of the crew congraulate him.

Vukovich sits in his car after completing his qualifying run in 1952.

Vukovich and Coon either '52 or '53.

Driver Chuck Stevenson makes a motor repair while Vuky looks on.

Vukovich in 45 car at unknown year and track. May be Hughes Stadium in Sacramento.

An early shot of Vuky receiving a trophy. Emplem on front of helmet looks similar to that which appeared on some of Johnny Boyd's helmets.

Scene of basckstretch accident. Note Ed Elisian near center of photo behind fence.

Closeup of Vuky and family in parade put on for him in Fresno. Car was a 1952 Chrysler Imperial Parade Phaeton in which only three were made. Many dignitaries rode in the vehicle which was updated in '55. The car recently resided in Petersen Auto Museum and is owned by the City of LA and still takes part in ceremonies.

Wilbur Shaw hands over envelope containing victory money at 1954 awards banquet. Jimmy Bryan is at the left and McGrath to the right.

The #45 Offy Bill drove to the A.A.A. National Midget Championship. Color was grey and red.

Coca Cola ad featurning Vukovich's name.

Vuky and J.C. Agajanian talk while Vuky sits in the #45 midget..

Another shot of the car Vukovich used for team races. Photo is autographed.

Three of the Whiz Kids.

Taken in 1949 at unknown track.

Johnny Parsons, Bill Vukovich, Fred Agabashian, Gordon Reid -- Pomona, California 1951

Czar Vukovich

The infamous Larry Basciglia waves to the camera. First in line for many years, Larry was the ultimate Indy Fan.

Very high resolution Vuky color qualifying picture suitable for 8x10 or larger print. May need high speed connection to download.

Vukovich apparently wore a more modern helmet for the Mexican Road Race instead of his traditional Cromwell.

A seemingly horrified Vukovich watches as his records crumble at the hands of Jack McGrath during qualifying for '55 race.

A view of the Speedway Cafeteria where the drivers hung out. It is said if you stayed there long enough you'd meet all the drivers.

Another view of the Speedway Cafeteria.

A large crowd gathers around the Vukovich car prior to the start of the '55 race.

The most exciting time of the Month of May for many fans, here is an excellent shot of the 1955 balloon release. Note fan saluting.

Vukovich fights 33 other cars going into Turn Two on the first lap of 1955.

Close up of Vukovich as it appeared on 1955 500-Mile-Race ticket. Image of complete ticket appears in Witness Accounts.

Fuel Injection Special as it appeared on 1955 Indianapolis race ticket.