by Hannibal Reitano
The second day of the tribute started at the Balcarce Cemetery to transport the remains to the new mausoleum at the Fangio Museum where they will rest. Escorted by Police Motorcycles they tour the school, workshops and places he used to live followed by a caravan of cars from the museum and car clubs. Once at the Museum, a ceremony was held and Sir Jackie Stewart gave an emotional speech.
A Lunch followed at the Fangio racetrack for special guests.
Balcarce Cemetery |
Police Motorcycle Guard of Honor |
Coffin carried by The Regiment of Granaderos and Patricios |
Ruben Fangio and Sir Jackie Stewart |
The Fangio Museum |
The Marine Marching Band |
Mass was conducted |
Remains carried to the mausoleum for final rest |
1940 Chevrolet Coupe |
Part of the numerous trophies |
Maserati's |
1957 Maserati 250 F |
Mercedes Benz 1955 W196 Silver Arrow |
A very simple dashboard |
Very simple dashboard |
Alfa Romeo |
Ferrari F166 F2 with the Argentinian Racing Colours |
Ruben Fangio |
Fangio Racetrack |
Arial Show |
Barbeque (Azado) Argentinian Style |
Monica Testoni and Mateo Albano |
Sir Jackie Stewart arriving at the lunch |
The 1969 84-hour Nürbergring Winning 1966 Torino 380 W |
Sir Jackie Stewart praise words |