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Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Venturi Jamais Contente Model
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Venturi Jamais Contente Model

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.04022012-32-2
Object Type Model
Medium metal (aluminum), fiber (carbon), rubber, ink
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 6 in x W 39 in x D 8 in (15.2 cm x 99.1 cm x 20.3 cm )

Physical Description
Physical DescriptionCarbon fiber scale replica of The Buckeye Bullet Team's Electric Car that sits on an aluminum platform. The replica is elongated and shaped like a rocket with a tall tail like an airplane.
Inscriptions and MarkingsText of plaque on obverse: VENTURI JAMAIS CONTENTE FIA World speed record - Electric Vehicle - 307 mph Top speed 320.7 mph - 2010 August 24th - Bonneville salt flats, USA Manufactured for President Barack Obama Limited Edition 12 ex.
Historical NoteReceived on the occasion of President Barack Obama speaking about America's energy strategy at The Ohio State University on March 22, 2012.Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President Barack Obama during the Obama Administration. It was received through the Office of the President and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in January 2017 for deposit with the Obama Presidential Library. Additional Details
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Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Barack Obama Presidential Library. The Barack Obama Presidential Library does not warrant that the use of materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions. Pertinent regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62
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