Watches associated with motor racing, especially those from around the 1970s, have led to some of the most colorful and offbeat watches. The vintage but vibrant style is more popular now than ever, and modern brands are tapping into that sporty mojo. Few of them, however, get as far-out as the designers of the 1970s did, and vintage watches from the era can be a truly unique wrist-statement today. Whether generally racing-themed or made for a specific motorsport team, the three watches below offer some great examples of automotive charm, each in a different way.
Caravelle Day-Date “Wynn’s Racing”
What We Like: Not all racing-themed watches have to be chronographs, and as a simpler three-hand model this one remains relatively affordable. Caravelle was a sub-brand of American watch company Bulova, now owned by Japanese Citizen Watch, but this one has a Swiss AS 1916 automatic movement inside. Also notable here is its dual-branded dial, adorned with the Wynn’s racing team logo. Orange highlights set against a blue dial with contrasting day and date displays at 3 o’clock add color and interest, and the addition of a Rolex-style fluted bezel adds up to a bold look for an otherwise simple watch.
From the Seller: Very nice original condition overall with minor wear consistent with age and use; sharp solid stainless steel case appears to be unpolished.
