Hottest In Owner Paints

Funny Car driver Mike Ashley recorded the fastest pass in drag racing history Friday night when he reached 334.32 mph in his Dodge Charger to lead qualifying for the eighth annual SummitRacing.com NHRA Nationals. A mortgage banker by weekday, Ashley admits to a struggle of juggling two careers and this weekend decided to switch off:

"This weekend I decided to shut off the phone, not log on to the computer and only focus on racing. I made the decision that I'd take whatever comes my way and just be happy to be here and enjoy the moment. Being No. 1 and setting speed record, I'll take it."

High finance, high speed ... Yada yada yada. It's not NASCAR ... Even though 334 mph is hella fast, I've already lost interest.

But how about that smokin' paint job depicting Ashley's owner, Evan Knoll, as the "fuel doctor?"

There's a few stock cars I'd like to see make a joyride through Illusions Custom Paint and Body Shop next time they're Bristol, Tenn., starting with those belonging to Petty Enterprises.

Wouldn't The King's mug make a killer hood shot?

I'd also love to see The Intimidator in his shades on the #8 car, but I doubt Budweiser would go for it.

And speaking of owners on cars, how long will it be before we see the Red Sox all over the Roush Fenway cars? Playoff season?