Bill (Cars 3): the #86 racer packed with Pixar Easter eggs
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CharacterCars 3Luxo Jr.
His racing number hides Pixar's date of birth. Bill is a garishly painted sedan from the Crazy 8 demolition derby at the Thunder Hollow Speedway in Cars 3. His 86 refers to 1986, the year the studio was founded and the year the short film Luxo Jr. was released: he even sports the Luxo ball on his hood, whose colors are echoed by his bodywork and his rims. One of the rare competitors named on screen, he throws a “Hey Patty!” at his number 74 rival and resurfaces as an extra in Cars 3: Driven to Win. This profile also sorts him out from Bill Revs, the Thomasville station wagon.
Summary
- Who is Bill?
- The Hidden Pixar Easter Egg on His Body
- On Screen and in Games
- Not to Be Confused
- Summary Table
- FAQ
Who is Bill?
Bill is one of the demolition derby cars in the "Crazy 8" race held at Thunder Hollow Speedway in Cars 3. A colorful sedan among the competitors challenging Miss Fritter, he has the distinction of getting a brief shot of him, his name spoken on screen, and even a line delivered to a rival: "Hey Patty!".
The Hidden Pixar Easter Egg on His Body
Bill's true treasure is his number 86. This number refers to the year 1986, both the year of Pixar's founding and the release of the studio's very first short film, Luxo Jr. To drive the point home, Bill features the famous Luxo ball (the Pixar Ball) on his hood, and his bodywork and rims sport its colors. A double hidden tribute to the studio's history.
The queen of the same derby
Cars 3 Yellow School Bus - Miss Fritter
Miss Fritter's yellow school bus in diecast: the undefeated champion Bill faces in the Crazy 8.
On Screen and in Games
Like most of the Crazy 8 competitors, Bill gets caught up in the derby's chaos against Lightning McQueen and Cruz Ramirez, who arrive incognito. He also appears as a non-playable character in the Thunder Hollow races of the game Cars 3: Driven to Win, particularly during the confrontation with Miss Fritter.
Not to Be Confused
Beware of similar names: the Bill from the derby has nothing to do with Bill Revs, a spectator station wagon seen in Thomasville (at the Cotter Pin bar). As for "Patty," the car Bill addresses, she is another Crazy 8 competitor, bearing the number 74.
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Summary Table
| Element | Detail |
|---|---|
| Role | Crazy 8 demolition derby car |
| Number | 86 |
| Vehicle Type | Demolition sedan |
| Film | Cars 3 (2017) |
| Location | Thunder Hollow Speedway |
| Pixar Easter Egg | No. 86 (1986 / Luxo Jr.) + Luxo ball |
FAQ — Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Bill in Cars 3?
A competitor in the Crazy 8 demolition derby at Thunder Hollow Speedway, recognizable by his number 86.
Why is the number 86 special?
It celebrates 1986, the year Pixar was founded and the short film Luxo Jr. was released; Bill also sports the Luxo ball on his hood.
Does Bill have a line in the movie?
Yes, he briefly calls out "Hey Patty!" to a rival in the derby — one of the few competitors to be named on screen.
Is Bill the same character as Bill Revs?
No: Bill Revs is a spectator station wagon from Thomasville, unrelated to the derby car.