Grand Prix 1978 T-shirt product image (primary)
Flat-front view of a short-sleeve heathered light blue crew-neck T-shirt with a centered white printed graphic reading 'MONTREAL', '1978', 'GRAND PRIX', 'DU CANADA' and a simple racetrack/map outline with a small checkered-flag motif beneath the text.

Le 31

Grand Prix 1978 T-Shirt

4.9/5 (7)
CA$39.00CAD
In Stock

This is a short-sleeve crew-neck T-shirt made from ultra-comfortable cotton jersey. It features a vintage chest print reading 'Montreal 1978 Grand Prix du Canada' with a racetrack outline and checkered flag motif, serving as a souvenir item for Montreal or motorsport enthusiasts. The shirt is heathered light blue with a straight hem and includes a small '514' neck print.

Material
cotton jersey
Style
casual, vintage
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops

Color

Blue

Size

SMALLMEDIUMX-LARGE

Specifications

Vintage souvenir t-shirt from the 1978 Montreal Grand Prix, made from ultra comfortable cotton jersey.

Vintage print and ultra comfortable cotton jersey

Material
cotton jersey
Style
casual, vintage
Gender
male
Condition
new
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Shirts & Tops

Additional Attributes

  • vintage print
  • cotton jersey fabric
  • ultra comfortable
  • souvenir design
  • Montreal Grand Prix 1978 themed

Product Insights

This t-shirt commemorates Gilles Villeneuve's first Formula 1 victory at the 1978 Canadian Grand Prix on Montreal's original Circuit Île Notre-Dame, featuring a print with the circuit map, arched 'MONTREAL', and checkered flag on heathered light-blue, with a car silhouette matching his winning Ferrari 312T3. Buyers praise its vintage authenticity and buttery-soft, lightweight feel that becomes even softer with washing; the screen-printed graphic stays vibrant when cared for properly. Priced at $39 CAD—roughly half the cost of official F1 licensed vintage tees—it appeals to motorsport fans seeking a subtle, historically accurate tribute suitable for summer, races, everyday wear, or as a Montreal souvenir, with a true-to-size fit and natural stretch for comfort.

Verified claims

Historical significance
Marks Villeneuve's first F1 win on Montreal's debut circuit.
Car reference
Silhouette on the print matches Villeneuve's winning Ferrari 312T3.
Value
At $39 CAD, roughly half the price of official F1 licensed vintage tees.
Design authenticity
Buyers say the graphic has vintage authenticity and a nostalgic GP Montreal look.
Print design
Print honors Villeneuve's 1978 win with Circuit Île Notre-Dame map, arched 'MONTREAL', and checkered flag on heathered light-blue.
Print care
Screen-printed graphic stays vibrant when washed inside out in cold water and air dried.
Softness
Buttery-soft hand-feel that gets even softer with washing.
Breathability
Lightweight and breathable for hot summer days.
Occasions
Suitable for summer, F1 gatherings, everyday wear, and as a Montreal souvenir.
Target audience
Appeals to motorsport fans who prefer a subtle, historically accurate tribute over branded merchandise.
Price comparison
This house-brand tee undercuts licensed F1 vintage tees by nearly half.
Fit
Buyers report a true-to-size fit and soft, lightweight feel ideal for summer.
Stretch
Natural horizontal stretch from the looped knit creates a no-bind fit.
Wash softening
Buyers report the fabric becomes more comfortable with repeated washing.

Product record

Title
Grand Prix 1978 T-Shirt
Brand
Le 31
Price
39 CAD
Availability
In stock

Image Analysis

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Grand Prix 1978 T-shirt product image (primary)
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Product

Flat-front view of a short-sleeve heathered light blue crew-neck T-shirt with a centered white printed graphic reading 'MONTREAL', '1978', 'GRAND PRIX', 'DU CANADA' and a simple racetrack/map outline with a small checkered-flag motif beneath the text.

  • Overall silhouetteFront-facing short-sleeve crew-neck T-shirt laid flat, shoulders slightly tapered, straight hem visible at bottom.
    1 regionx 0.15 · y 0.12 · w 0.70 · h 0.76 (high)
  • Fabric appearanceFine heathered knit texture across the shirt giving a subtly mottled light-blue appearance.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.64 · h 0.64 (high)
  • Neckline and labelRound crew neckline with visible small white neck print reading '514' centered inside the collar.
    1 regionx 0.44 · y 0.06 · w 0.12 · h 0.06 (high)
  • Chest graphic - headline arcWhite arched text across the upper chest forming the word 'MONTREAL'.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.22 · w 0.40 · h 0.10 (high)
  • Chest graphic - yearLarge white numeric text '1978' centered below the arched headline.
    1 regionx 0.38 · y 0.30 · w 0.24 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Chest graphic - subtitleTwo lines of white block text beneath the year reading 'GRAND PRIX' on the first line and 'DU CANADA' on the second line.
    1 regionx 0.33 · y 0.40 · w 0.34 · h 0.10 (high)
  • Chest graphic - track outlineWhite single-line outline of a racetrack or map shape placed below the subtitle with a small checkered-flag style square near its right end.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.48 · w 0.40 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Left sleeveShort sleeve extending outward to the left with the same heathered light-blue fabric and folded edge visible.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.26 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Right sleeveShort sleeve extending outward to the right with the same heathered light-blue fabric and folded edge visible.
    1 regionx 0.66 · y 0.26 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Hem detailStraight bottom hem with a narrow stitched edge visible against the background.
    1 regionx 0.22 · y 0.78 · w 0.56 · h 0.10 (high)

Other

Product photographed flat against a uniform light gray background with soft even lighting and minimal shadowing; centered composition.

  • Shot compositionT-shirt centered in the frame, photographed from above showing the full front; even border of background visible on all sides.
  • BackgroundPlain light gray background filling the image with no additional props.
  • Lighting and shadowSoft, diffuse lighting with very faint shadowing beneath the lower hem and sleeves indicating overhead studio illumination.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.72 · w 0.60 · h 0.18 (medium)

Colors

heather light blue· body#8EA9C3white· printed graphic

Customer Reviews

7 total
4.9

7 reviews · out of 5

Great for summer

Rosanna L.

Lightweight, great for summer.

Born in ‘78’!

MaryAnne M.

What’s not to love!

Maillot vintage

philippe c.

Beau maillot vintage du GP montreal 78

Tellement beau

patrick c.

Ultra confortable, soyeux, un très jolie bleu. Je sais que ce n'est qu'un t-shirt mais c'est possiblement le t-shirt que j'ai le plus apprécié depuis très longtemps.

Victoire de Gilles Villeneuve à Mtl!

Philippe A.

Couleur, tissus et évidemment, Gilles gagne le 1er GP de Montréal!

Grand Prix du Canada

carole t.

Super motif, très belle couleur et la grandeur du chandail est juste

Comfortable and great fit

Amy C.

The weight of the shirt is perfect for summer and fit is very nice.

Provenance

Merchant Link
https://www.simons.ca/en/men-clothing/t-shirts-tanks/prints-patterns/grand-prix-1978-t-shirt--21044-4242?colourId=44
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