At this time last week, [autotag]Corey Heim[/autotag] didn’t expect to be making his NASCAR Cup Series debut at Dover Motor Speedway. It changed on Sunday when Erik Jones suffered a “spinal fracture” in a bad crash at Talladega Superspeedway. Now, Heim is set for Cup Series debut in the No. 43 car, and it’s coming with a surprising new paint scheme.
Legacy Motor Club revealed on Wednesday morning that Heim will run a special Dollar Tree paint scheme honoring Richard Petty’s 200th Cup Series victory. Heim will run the signature paint scheme at Dover, with a blue base, red outline, and a white number. Also, the top of the car features Petty’s signature number layout.
Petty Blue and Day-Glo Red is back! Celebrating @therichardpetty 200th win with a special Dollar Tree paint scheme at Dover this week. #Petty75 https://t.co/3Eb7pbZ7rq pic.twitter.com/8zXJO3cseU
— LEGACY MOTOR CLUB (@LEGACYMotorClub) April 24, 2024
It will be very special for Heim to make his Cup Series debut, but running Petty’s paint scheme will make it even better. The TRICON Garage driver shouldn’t be expected to run out front like Petty, but it will be a great learning experience. Heim is ready for his debut at Dover, and it will be fascinating to see how he runs for Legacy Motor Club.
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