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16. Neil Bonnett
Neil Bonnett, a member of NASCAR’s 50 Greatest Drivers, won 18 races in 362 starts. He is probably best remembered for his perseverance after suffering a life-threatening crash at Darlington in 1990. After rehabbing and a stint as a commentator, Bonnett’s luck ran out when he died in a crash at qualifying for the 1994 Daytona 500.
The Bullet Points:
Country of Origin:
Hueytown, Alabama, U.S.A.
Retired In:
1994 (Deceased)
Sprint Cup Wins:
18
Poles:
20
Top Ten Finishes:
156
Top Ten Finishes (Season):
Sprint Cup Series:
1983: 6th
1984: 8th
1985: 4th
Should Neil Bonnett be in the Hall of Fame?
Definitely put him in! - 84%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 0%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 4%
No opinion. - 0%
No way! - 12%