One of Wendell Scott’s most iconic cars is now back in the hands of the racing legend’s family and will become the focal point of a mobile museum.

Scott, of Danville, became the first Black driver to win a top-tier NASCAR race, all while facing roadblocks at many turns.

This particular vehicle became embedded in pop culture when it was featured in the 1977 movie “Greased Lightning.” It was built by Wendell Scott and his son, Frank.

A treasure for years, the family was forced to sell the No. 34 car, the Wendell Scott Foundation reported.

After about 10 years apart, the Scotts were reunited with the 1962 Chevrolet that’s tied to the groundbreaking moment in racing history.

It was a year later when Scott drove the vehicle to victory in Jacksonville, Florida.

The restored car was unvei

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