Racing legend Ken Block's extraordinary career and influence will be showcased at the Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles through a comprehensive new exhibit titled "People's Champ: The Impact of Ken Block."

The exhibition will feature Block's most iconic vehicles, including:

• 1965 Ford Mustang RTR "Hoonicorn" from multiple Gymkhana videos
• Two Subaru Imprezas from the first Gymkhana films
• Porsche 911 SVRSR "Hoonipigasus" from his 2022 Pikes Peak attempt
• 1994 Ford Escort RS Cosworth "Cossie V2" rally car
• 1978 Ford Escort, his first rally car later modified for Gymkhana

The Petersen Museum's executive director Terry L. Karges emphasized Block's transformative impact on motorsports content and his ability to captivate audiences through high-performance driving and innovative automotive culture.

In conjunction with the exhibit, the museum will partner with 43 Institute (a foundation established in Block's memory) to host a special cruise-in event on April 5, following National Ken Block Day on April 3—the date chosen to honor his racing number 43.

Lucy Block, Ken's wife, shared her support for the exhibition: "This exhibit is such a meaningful way to celebrate Ken's legacy and I can't think of a better place than the Petersen to bring it to life. It's not just about the cars, it's about Ken's lasting impact and the inspiration he brought to motorsports and car culture."

The exhibit opens February 15 in the Petersen's Meyer Gallery and will run through October.

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