--- title: "Colton Herta to Race His Father’s Vintage Livery for IndyCar Finale at Laguna Seca" description: "IndyCar driver Colton Herta will race at Laguna Seca with a matching livery and racing suit as his father's from 25 years ago." date: "2023-08-20" modified: "2023-08-20" authors: - name: "Nico DeMattia" job_title: "Contributing Writer" link: "https://www.thedrive.com/authors/nico-demattia" url: "https://www.thedrive.com/news/colton-hertas-laguna-seca-indycar-will-wear-his-fathers-winning-livery" categories: - "News" - "Racing" tags: - "honda" --- # Colton Herta to Race His Father’s Vintage Livery for IndyCar Finale at Laguna Seca ![]() *Andretti Motorsport* Back in May, IndyCar driver [Colton Herta]() gave his father, former IndyCar driver Bryan Herta, an [incredible touching birthday gift]()—his old Laguna Seca-winning IndyCar. It wasn't a replica, it was the real deal, the numbers-matching Reynard Ford Cosworth race car. In return, Bryan Herta just surprised his son by giving his current number 26 Andretti Motorsports Honda a livery to match. Colton Herta will use his dad's livery during this year's Monterey grand prix at Laguna Seca on the September 10, the 25th anniversary of Bryan Herta's win at the same legendary circuit. Longtime fans of the sport will appreciate seeing the old black, white, and yellow livery race again. "That is sick, wow," said the youngest Herta in a[ video by Andretti Motorsport](), after seeing his car wrapped in his father's race-winning livery for the first time. It isn't an exact replica, as it isn't possible to use all of the same sponsors from 1998, but it's close enough to be instantly recognizable. "I think it looks better," Colton Herta joked to his father. https://twitter.com/FollowAndretti/status/1692521931176587739?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1692521931176587739%7Ctwgr%5E6e478b0f739868c4be5bbf92d65a5fcdb812304a%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fracer.com%2F2023%2F08%2F18%2Fherta-familys-laguna-seca-legacy-on-show-with-tribute-livery-for-indycar-finale%2F It isn't just Colton Herta's car that will look like his father's. Along with his car, the youngest Herta will be wearing a racing suit that pays tribute to the one his father wore on the podium in Monterey 25 years ago. Both Hertas have two wins each at Laguna Seca, so this year's Monterey grand prix could act as a tie-breaker. If Colton Herta can snag his third win at the iconic circuit, he'll officially one-up his father, while wearing the same livery. As a father myself, it's hard to not get emotional about such an incredibly touching moment, regardless of whether Colton Herta wins. However, if he does win—and a son breaks his father's racing record while paying tribute to him—it will likely become one of the most special moments in recent IndyCar history. *Got tips? Send 'em to tips@thedrive.com* ## Author Nico is a writer and reviewer from New Jersey who probably thinks he’s a lot funnier than he actually is. His love of cars began when he was just a kid playing Gran Turismo 3, grinding out enough race wins with a Mazda Miata to save up for an in-game RUF 911. That passion for small, lightweight sports cars drove his desire to learn more about the industry, get his hands on as many cars as he could, and bring those experiences to life on the page. He cut his teeth writing about BMWs, Volkswagens, and Audis, mostly, and has owned far too many of each. He’s on his fourth 3 Series sedan, but all of his old, cheap German cars have forced him to learn more about car maintenance than his mechanical capability can handle. Too many late nights have been spent scrambling to get a car running by morning so he could get to work. For some reason, he never seems to learn that old Bimmers probably aren’t the best daily drivers. But he loves more than just old German cars. He’ll gladly drive and discuss anything with four (or even three) wheels. Cars aren’t his only passions, though. Nico is also a big nerd and loves movies, video games, comic books, and cares far too much about the New York Giants. So don’t be surprised if you see football references or dumb, obscure movie quotes in any of his car reviews. ### Author social links [Instagram]() [LinkedIn]()