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A couple of Famous Names and a 906
I recently came across a number of vintage racing Porsche pictures.
Here's a couple of people that I'm sure that you've heard of -- just not in the context shown. Any photographic forensic experts want to give it a try.  Event? Year? Drivers???  
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Dick Smothers of the Smother Brothers.
Event and years, hum??? What do I win?
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03-04-2003, 05:40 AM
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On closer look, Fred Baker and Dick Smothers then it must be Sebring 1969 (if my memory did not let me down!)
Can't recall if they finished though
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I agree with Juan. Its Sebring '69, with Dick Smothers and Fred Baker...although having their names visible on the side of the car makes it a little easier...
 Looks like they finished 8th.Tim |
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Yup, Dickie and "Fast Fredie" Baker. I was tempted to airbrush off their names, but figured I'd just leave it in plain site since it wasn't that clear.
Dickie once did a documentery titled "The Racing Game" that I once saw some of at my brother-in-law's house before I had SpeedTV. But it hasn't been broadcast recently. The only part that I saw was some cool in-car from Mt. Treblont in and FB (similar to a Formula Atlantic or early F2 car). Anyone have a copy?
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John,
Is that the "Fast Freddy" Baker (an ex-SCCA nemesis and longtime OH dealer)? I didn't think he started (club racing, at least,) until the '70's. Perhaps a different Fred? Tim |
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03-04-2003, 09:01 AM
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John,
Very cool one, anymore trivias? I love these!!! I'll check on that program and get back with any findings.
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Per E Online:
The Racing Scene Category: Documentary Cast: James Garner, Dick Smothers Running Time: 1 hr 38 mins Summary: The fast-paced world of auto racing is explored from the perspective of a newly formed professional team Where to find it, thats another question.
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Tim; As far as I know the answer is yes -- That Fast Freddy Baker.
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Juan;
You got me thinking and I did a search on the web. This is an interesting site about the movie. But I agree about availability. Amazon for one comes up with zilch.
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1969 Porsche 911E 2.0 E
