Chevrolet Paces the Brickyard 400 for 11th Consecutive Year

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> Chevrolet Paces the Brickyard 400 for 11th Consecutive Year
> 2005 Monte Carlo SS will pace the field at Indianapolis Motor Speedway
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> INDIANAPOLIS - Chevrolet has announced that a specially-designed 2005 Monte Carlo SS will pace the Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on August 8. Chevrolet is the Official Pace Car of the NASCAR Nextel Cup Series and a regular fixture at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
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> "> Chevrolet is proud of our long-standing relationship with a special track that has such a rich history in racing,> ">  said Mac Whisner, director of promotions and sponsorships for Chevrolet. > "> Chevy> '> s pacing duties at Indianapolis Motor Speedway are a testament to our commitment to the Brickyard 400 as well as the quality and dependability of Chevy cars and trucks.> "> 
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> The Chevy Monte Carlo SS that will pace the field at the Brickyard 400 reflects a bold and contemporary theme. The vehicle features a custom-blend purple base over a two-tone paint scheme with red and orange accents creating a unique Brickyard 400 exterior graphics package complementing the official event logo. The front hood is distinguished by a large white Chevy bowtie with the race logo highlighted on each door panel.
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> In addition to its striking design, the Chevy Monte Carlo SS pace car is complemented by a powerful V6 supercharged engine that develops 240 horsepower at 5,200 rpm. This is the same powertrain found in Monte Carlo SS production models. Features unique to the pace vehicle are its roof and deck lid spoilers as well as its custom 17-inch aluminum wheels.
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> Chevrolet has paced the Brickyard 400 every year since its inception in 1994. In its 11-year history, nine Monte Carlos, one Full-Size Pickup and one Camaro have paced the field at this historic track.
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> 2004  Monte Carlo       
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> 1999  Monte Carlo
> 1998  Monte Carlo
> 1997  Monte Carlo
> 1996  Camaro
> 1995  Full-Size Pickup
> 1994  Monte Carlo
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> During the 2004 season Chevrolet will pace 57 NASCAR events (26 Nextel Cup, 18 Busch, and 13 Craftsman Truck races).