For fans of Mercury Racing and legacy 2-strokes, the scent of burnt race fuel and two-stroke oil is more than just an aroma—it's a memory. It's a symbol of speed, performance, and decades of high-octane legacy.
Enter the Mercury Racing F1 Air Fresheners (3 Pack), a unique and nostalgic tribute to the legendary 2-stroke Mercury Racing outboards that powered champions in Formula 1 Powerboat Racing (F1H2O), USF1, and other international tunnel boat racing series.
The Mercury Racing 2.5L V6 2-stroke outboard is one of the most iconic engines in the history of high-performance marine motorsports. Known for its blistering RPMs and razor-sharp throttle response, the engine was built with a 12-inch midsection and paired with the renowned Super Speed Master #4 and earlier #6 gearcases, delivering unmatched acceleration and cornering precision on the water.
From the late 1980s through the early 2000s, this powertrain dominated the circuit in both international tunnel hull racing and grassroots competitions around the world.
The compact 12" midsection and efficient, low-drag SSM gearcase were optimized for agility and top speed—essential for the tight buoy turns and explosive starts that define Formula 1 tunnel boat racing.
While Mercury Racing has transitioned toward modern four-stroke powerplants like the 250 and 360 APX V8, many racers and collectors still revere the old-school 2.5L EFI screamers. These outboards continue to roar in vintage racing classes, outboard drag racing, and demonstration runs, keeping the spirit of two-stroke tunnel boat racing alive.
Current stars of UIM F1H2O, such as Jonas Andersson and Shaun Torrente, race in modernized machines, but the DNA of their boats traces directly back to the innovations Mercury Racing pioneered decades ago. Meanwhile, in the USF1 series, new talent is emerging, many of whom grew up watching (and smelling) those screaming 2-strokes at the local lakes and rivers.
The Ultimate Gearhead Gift: Mercury Racing Air Fresheners
The Mercury Racing F1 Outboard Air Fresheners are more than just novelty items. Shaped like the iconic 2.5L V6 race outboards, these air fresheners are perfect for your truck, toolbox, boat trailer, or man cave. They’re hermetically sealed for over 2 years of shelf life, available in a variety of performance-themed scents, and built with the same attention to detail Mercury Racing fans expect.
They’re created by Buckshot Racing #77 and a small company known for unique, motorsports-inspired accessories that connect racers to the sights—and smells—of the sport they love.
The Mercury Racing F1 Air Fresheners are the perfect way to relive the golden era of tunnel boat racing. Whether you're a veteran racer, a pit crew member, or just someone who can’t get enough of that sweet smell of race gas and 2-stroke oil, this is for you.
Contact Mike Hill at +1-714-697-1716 or email mike@buckshotracing77.com for technical support.