John M Flores
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Steve not McQueen by John Flores, on Flickr
I've got my suspicions as well...I am sure this is one of the most successful hoaxes ever, however I cannot dig out any solid info to dismiss the story
Unfortunately, the only local person I could ask info on this one, the great motorcycle racing connoisseur and professional journalist, Guido Cioffi, a fantastic Italian guy living in Greece, departed this vain world 12 years ago (heart attack, no road accident)... I suspect something similar happened to however came up with this great artifact and story: They are long gone and now nobody has a clue of the real story behind this great sculpture desguised as a real vehicle...I've got my suspicions as well...
I have found this:I am sure this is one of the most successful hoaxes ever, however I cannot dig out any solid info to dismiss the story