Dave Marcis wasn’t just a racer, he was an institution. Active from 1968 to 2002, Marcis competed in 883 Sprint Cup races, but only won five. His longevity was a huge asset on his resume, but being an iron man likely won’t be enough.
The Bullet Points:
Country of Origin: Wausau, Wisconsin, U.S.A.
Retired In: 2002
Sprint Cup Wins: 5
Poles: 14
Top Ten Finishes: 222
Top Ten Finishes (Season): Sprint Cup Series: 1970: 9th 1974: 6th 1975: 2nd 1976: 6th 1978: 5th 1980: 9th 1981: 9th 1982: 6th
Should Dave Marcis be in the Hall of Fame?
Definitely put him in! - 85.4%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 6.3%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 4.2%
Jim Reed managed to win seven races before a neck injury ended his career in 1963. A good racer, but at age 85, probably won’t live long enough to see his induction, if he ever gets it.
The Bullet Points:
Country of Origin: Peekskill, New York, U.S.A.
Retired In: 1963
Sprint Cup Wins: 7
Poles: 5
Top Ten Finishes: 47
Top Ten Finishes (Season): Sprint Cup Series: 1958: 10th 1959: 9th
Should Jim Reed be in the Hall of Fame?
Definitely put him in! - 70%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 0%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 0%
Ironically named, since he stood 6’ 5” tall, DeWayne “Tiny” Lund is a member of NASCAR’s 50 Greatest Drivers, won three Grand American Division Championships. His most legendary feat, however, is probably going to the 1963 Daytona 500 without a ride, saving Marvin Panch’s life when he crashed in qualifying, taking Panch’s ride into the race and then winning the Daytona 500. Unfortunately, he lost his life in a crash at Talladega in 1975.
The Bullet Points:
Country of Origin: Harlan, Iowa, U.S.A.
Retired In: 1975 (Deceased)
Sprint Cup Wins: 5
Poles: 6
Top Ten Finishes: 119
Top Ten Finishes (Season): Sprint Cup Series: 1963: 10th
Should Tiny Lund be in the Hall of Fame?
Definitely put him in! - 41.7%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 33.3%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 16.7%