Hendrick Motorsports is once again embracing NASCAR nostalgia, unveiling a stunning throwback paint scheme for Kyle Larson’s No. 5 Chevrolet in 2025. This year, Larson’s car will pay tribute to Terry Labonte’s iconic 2003 Kellogg’s Chevrolet, a fan-favorite scheme from the Hall of Famer’s final full-time Cup Series season.
Labonte, a two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion, drove the No. 5 car for Hendrick Motorsports from 1994 to 2004, earning memorable victories and cementing his legacy as one of the sport’s most respected drivers. His 2003 paint scheme, featuring the bright red, yellow, and blue colors of Kellogg’s along with the instantly recognizable Tony the Tiger, remains one of the most beloved liveries in NASCAR history.
Now, more than two decades later, Larson will bring that design back to life, complete with a modern twist. The updated scheme retains the classic color palette and layout but features current sponsorship branding and Larson’s signature No. 5. Fans of both Labonte and Larson will no doubt appreciate the tribute, especially given Larson’s dominance since joining Hendrick Motorsports in 2021.
This isn’t the first time Larson has honored NASCAR’s past with a special paint scheme. The team has a history of rolling out legendary tributes, with previous designs celebrating greats like Tim Richmond and Jeff Gordon. Given Larson’s versatility and skill on the track, it’s only fitting that he carries on the legacy of Hendrick’s No. 5 car while tipping his cap to Labonte’s Hall of Fame career.
With this eye-catching throwback set to hit the track, fans will surely feel a wave of nostalgia when Larson takes the green flag, evoking memories of Labonte’s final years behind the wheel. Will this tribute scheme find victory lane? If history is any indication, it just might.
