Ken Schrader
NASCAR Driver · MB2 Motorsports / M&M's
2002 Wheels #HG 23/27
Year & Era
2002 — Modern Racing Era
Card Type
Numbered Die-Cut Insert Parallel
Grade
Raw — Poor / Damaged
Rarity
Low to Moderate print run (numbered 23/27), but destruction of condition ruins scarcity value
Overall Assessment
A heavily damaged, low-population numbered die-cut insert of a popular NASCAR driver that holds virtually no monetary value in its current state
Condition Grade
Raw — Poor / Damaged
Centering Assessment
Not applicable due to die-cut shape and severe structural damage
Surface Condition
Poor, surface scratching and heavy wear evident near edges
Corner Condition
Damaged, heavily deformed and missing structural pieces on the top die-cut edge
Edge Condition
Severely damaged with a major chunk broken out of the top edge
Print Quality
Standard for 2002 Wheels die-cut inserts with foil highlights
Estimated Value
1 to 5 USD (primarily valued as a curiosity or paperweight due to severe damage)
Comparison to Known Examples
Significantly below average compared to surviving copies due to catastrophic structural damage
Authentication Tips
Verify the serial numbering stamp in the top left corner and official Wheels/NASCAR logos
Grading Recommendation
Do not grade; the card is too heavily damaged to merit grading fees
Red Flags
Major structural break/tear on the top edge, rendering the card physically compromised
Provenance Notes
Sourced from early 2000s racing card wax products or hobby boxes
Historical Context
Ken Schrader is a veteran NASCAR driver known for his extensive career across top racing tiers
Market Trends
Niche market with flat demand, heavily dependent on driver-specific player collectors
Investment Potential
Negligible due to the severe physical damage
Similar Cards
Other 2002 Wheels racing die-cut inserts and parallels featuring NASCAR drivers of the era
Display & Preservation
Requires a specialized thick-card magnetic holder or top-loader if kept for novelty
Interesting Facts
Features Schrader's iconic #36 M&M's sponsored Pontiac/Chevrolet from the early 2000s