History of the #55 Car in NASCAR
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Not every number finds victory lane, but that doesn't mean there isn't a story to tell. The #55 has made 3 starts in NASCAR Cup Series history. Michael Waltrip carried this number the longest with 2 seasons. In a sport built on grit and determination, the #55 represents the heart of the independent racer.
All-Time Driver History
Cup Series stats from 1949-2026. Sorted by starts.
| Driver | Starts | Wins |
|---|---|---|
| Tiny Lund | 119 | 4 |
| Ted Musgrave | 87 | 0 |
| Phil Parsons | 86 | 0 |
| Kenny Wallace | 68 | 0 |
| Benny Parsons | 66 | 0 |
| Junior Johnson | 42 | 5 |
| Mark Martin | 39 | 0 |
| Reed Sorenson | 24 | 0 |
| Jimmy Hensley | 15 | 0 |
| Derrike Cope | 11 | 0 |
| Gray Gaulding | 8 | 0 |
| Elliot Sadler | 4 | 0 |
| Terry Labonte | 4 | 0 |
| Cole Whitt | 3 | 0 |
| Patrick Carpentier | 2 | 0 |
| Butch Miller | 2 | 0 |
| Alex Kennedy | 1 | 0 |
| Tommy Regan | 1 | 0 |
| Joey Gase | 1 | 0 |
| Michael Waltrip | 1 | 0 |
| Tim Fedewa | 1 | 0 |
Team Chart (1998-2026)
| Year | Driver | Manufacturer |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | ? | Ford |
| 2022 | J.J. Yeley | Ford |
| 2021 | Matt Mills | Ford |
| 2015 | David Ragan (2015)Michael Waltrip (Daytona 500, Talladega - May) Brett Moffitt ROTY Brian Vickers (out/illness) (2015) | Toyota |
| 2013 | Mark Martin 2013 (15 + 2 races) Michael Waltrip (3 races) Brian Vickers(i)(14 races) 2015 Elliott Sadler (4 races as sub) | Toyota 2014 |
| 2010 | Mike Bliss Terry Cook Johnny Sauter Michael Waltrip (Talladega/Both) | Toyota |
| 2009 | Michael Waltrip | Toyota |
| 2008 | Michael Waltrip | Toyota |
| 2007 | Michael Waltrip Terry Labonte road courses | Toyota |
| 2006 | Michael Waltrip 2006 | Dodge |
| 2002 | Bobby Hamilton | Chevy |
| 2001 | Bobby Hamilton | Chevy |
| 2000 | Kenny Wallace | Chevy |
| 1999 | Kenny Wallace | Chevy |
| 1998 | Hut Stricklin | Chevy |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who drove the #55 car in NASCAR?
The #55 has been driven by 12 different drivers in our database (1998-2026). Michael Waltrip held the number the longest with 2 seasons. All-time, 21 drivers made at least one start in the #55.
Who was the most successful driver of the #55 car?
Junior Johnson is the most successful driver of the #55 with 5 wins and 42 starts.
Who drives the #55 car in 2026?
The #55 does not appear to have a full-time entry in the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season based on current team data.
How many wins does the #55 car have in NASCAR history?
The #55 car has 0 wins, 0 poles, 0 top-5 finishes, and 0 top-10 finishes across 3 starts in NASCAR Cup Series history (1949-2026).
What is the complete history of the #55 car?
This page shows the complete history of the #55 in two sections: the all-time driver history (1949-2026) with aggregate stats from the full Cup Series era, and a detailed team chart (1998-2026) showing team, manufacturer, and sponsor information for each season.