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donnj
03-23-2011, 04:52 PM
Amazing story!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PTfr6jaP1zI
greenformula92
03-24-2011, 06:59 AM
that is a good story....not to mention a one of a kind vette
Blacdout96
03-25-2011, 10:29 PM
Just want to add that the greatest race car driver you've never heard of is in that. The dude driving it in the white coat and hat is the Great John Fitch. Anything the Briggs did, John was right there ready to drive for him.

Also...FINALLY a Vette that is interesting
donnj
03-26-2011, 07:24 AM
This 4 part video documentary produced by GM is a must see if you are into the racing heritage of Le Mans and the C1

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iSetwzIeSP0,
Blacdout96
03-26-2011, 10:34 AM
Briggs Cunningham was a mans man. He tried to become the first all American racing team to win at Le Mans, In a car built by himself, and got as close at 3rd place overall, only bested by the Jaguar D-types with their awe inspiring Dunlop Disc brake setup. He was also big into Yatching, infact he the 1958 America's Cup.

Some friends of mine are mechanics for a prestigious collection that houses most of the Cunningham cars, from the C series, to Maserati Birdcage, the 1950 Lemonstre, and even a road going Cunningham.

I hope you all Wiki John Fitch ,and Briggs Cunningham, you might just read about what true racers were in the day. I met John Fitch, and he is a laid back guy, who loves attention, having his photo's taken, and of course, driving, any chance he gets, he goes out on a track, and still has it at age 94!! Infact, I think I might just roadtrip this summer to go meet with him. I know where he is, who's in?

http://i176.photobucket.com/albums/w182/Balcdout96/100_1133.jpg
donnj
03-26-2011, 05:49 PM
Im there! +2