What Where When #169 / George Rybsch's "Skipit"/ Harper Dry Lake / 1940

[Otto Puzzell]

For 1 point, identify this car (the name given by its team), this place, and the year

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[Otto Puzzell]

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[thorax]

the place maybe Bonneville speedway?

[Otto Puzzell]

Not there

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[Otto Puzzell]

Don't forget to remember to solve this one

[RayTheRat]

Mode A-based roadster, dry lakes (Muroc or El Mirage) circa 1949?

[Otto Puzzell]

I believe it is based on a Model A.

Though you've guesses two different locations, for which I'd normally reply "pick one", I'll be generous today, and tell you both are incorrect.

[RayTheRat]

Was the photo shot in the USA?

[Ray B.]

I'd say the picture was shot on a filming location for a Hollywood movie.

[RayTheRat]

George Rybsch's "Skipit" Streamliner, Harper Dry Lake, 1940.  They ran it as a "Pacemakers" club entry.

[Otto Puzzell]

Another point for the early riser!

[RayTheRat]

Thank you.  I think insomniac is the proper word.