Rutherford is a 3-time Indianapolis 500 winner

Three-time Indianapolis 500 winner Johnny Rutherford has donated the last of his collectible racing memorabilia for auction to support Camp Fire USA, one of the nation's leading not-for-profit youth development organizations.

One hundred percent of the final auction value will go to Camp Fire USA. Proceeds from the auction will help Camp Fire USA fulfill its mission to build caring, confident youth and future leaders, teaching America's youth to be considerate, productive members of their families, communities and country.

"My family and I have been involved with Camp Fire USA in Dallas/Fort Worth and nationally for many years," said Rutherford, who serves as pace car driver for IndyCar Series events. "I've seen firsthand the positive impact Camp Fire has on kids, their families and their communities, and I'm happy to be able to give racing fans and humanitarians the opportunity to own a piece of history while giving back to a great cause."

Among the Auction items are:

Autographed Simpson driving gloves and driving shoes, worn by Rutherford in May 1994 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway during practice laps;

An autographed Pennzoil racing jacket and hat, worn by Rutherford immediately following his 1994 retirement from racing as he served as the auto racing consultant to Pennzoil Products;

Autographed copy of "Lone Star J.R.: The Autobiography of Racing Legend Johnny Rutherford."

A ride with Rutherford in the Indy Racing League pace car at winner's choice of seven tracks and two tickets, pit passes and garage passes to chosen the race during the 2005 season (tracks available include Phoenix International Raceway, Texas Motor Speedway, Kansas Speedway, Nashville Superspeedway, Michigan International Speedway, Kentucky Speedway and Pikes Peak International Raceway).

The auction will be held on eBay beginning at 10 a.m. (EST) on December 10, and runs through 1 a.m. (EST) December 17.

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