"The King" Strip Weathers: The Legend of Cars

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Summary

• Introduction: Strip "The King" Weathers, the track legend
• Who is The King?
• Seven-time Piston Cup champion
• A tribute to Richard Petty
• The King's personality
• Anecdotes
• Summary table
• FAQ

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Introduction: Strip "The King" Weathers, the track legend

In the world of Cars, Strip "The King" Weathers is the veteran Piston Cup champion. A seven-time winner, he is the wise figure of the tracks who inspires and advises Lightning McQueen.

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Who is The King?

Strip Weathers, nicknamed "The King", is a 1970 Plymouth Superbird painted in Dinoco blue. He wears number 43 and races for the Dinoco team, for which he has been an emblem for decades.

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Seven-time Piston Cup champion

The King is a seven-time Piston Cup champion. The film's season is set to be his last race: he aspires to retire with a victory. His experience and wisdom make him a natural mentor for Lightning McQueen.

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A tribute to Richard Petty

The King is a direct tribute to Richard Petty, NASCAR legend nicknamed "The King" in real life. The number 43 and the Plymouth Superbird replicate those of the driver — who also voices the character in the original version.

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The King's personality

• wise, calm, and respected by all
• fair play and committed to the values of sport
• benevolent mentor to the younger generation
• loyal to his Dinoco team and his wife Lynda

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Anecdotes

• The King is voiced in the original version by Richard Petty himself, 7-time NASCAR champion
• his wife, Mrs. The King (Lynda), is voiced by Lynda Petty, the driver's real wife
• his 1970 Plymouth Superbird and his number 43 are those of Richard Petty
• he is involved in a serious accident in the final, orchestrated by Chick Hicks

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Summary table

Element	Detail
Car type	Plymouth Superbird (1970)
Color	Dinoco Blue
Number	43
Team	Dinoco
Achievements	7-time Piston Cup champion
Voice (VO)	Richard Petty
Appearances	Cars 1, 3

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Also read

Also read: all Piston Cup drivers (Cars 1), the field that The King dominated for years.

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Also read: the real car that inspired The King — and all other Cars characters.

Also read: Fred, Lightning McQueen's #1 rusty fan, all Piston Cup champions.

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FAQ — Frequently Asked Questions

Who is The King in Cars?
Strip "The King" Weathers is a 1970 Plymouth Superbird, a seven-time Piston Cup champion and a figure of the Dinoco team.

Why does The King wear number 43?
In homage to Richard Petty, a NASCAR legend nicknamed "The King," whose favorite number it was.

Who voices The King in the original version?
The character is voiced by Richard Petty himself, and his wife by Lynda Petty.

What car is The King?
It's a 1970 Plymouth Superbird in Dinoco blue colors.