Does Richard Petty Own The 43 Car? The Truth Behind The Number

Richard Petty doesn’t own the No. 43 car anymore. He sold his shares in Petty GMS Racing to Maury Gallagher before the 2023 NASCAR Cup Series season. The team was renamed Legacy Motor Club after the sale.

You might be wondering, “What happened to the No. 43 car?” Well, it’s still out there, just with a new owner. Richard Petty is known for driving the No. 43 car to incredible success, winning a record seven NASCAR Cup Series championships. He was known as “The King” and earned a legendary reputation as one of the greatest drivers in NASCAR history. But even legends retire, and Richard Petty decided to step away from owning the team. It’s a new era for the No. 43 car now, but it’s important to remember Richard Petty’s contribution to the sport and the legacy he built. The No. 43 car will always hold a special place in NASCAR history, and fans will continue to cheer for the car and the drivers who race it.