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33. Dave Marcis
Nov 30, -0001
Published in
NASCAR
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%
No opinion. - 0%
No way! - 4.2%
39. Jim Reed
Nov 30, -0001
Published in
NASCAR
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%
No opinion. - 10%
No way! - 20%
35. Tiny Lund
Nov 30, -0001
Published in
NASCAR
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%
No opinion. - 0%
No way! - 8.3%
30. Dan Gurney
Nov 30, -0001
Published in
NASCAR
It is a bit tough to put Dan Gurney in the NASCAR Hall because he only raced in NASCAR sixteen times, but he won five of those starts. He is also the first driver to win races in Sports Cars, NASCAR, Formula 1, and Indy Car. Gurney also supposedly invented the champagne spray celebration after combining with A.J. Foyt to win the 1967 24 Hours of Le Mans, which has nothing to do with NASCAR, but is one of the best celebrations ever.
The Bullet Points:
Country of Origin:
Port Jefferson, New York, U.S.A.
Retired In:
1980
Sprint Cup Wins:
5
Poles:
3
Top Ten Finishes:
10
Top Ten Finishes (Season):
Sprint Cup Series:
None
Should Dan Gurney be in the Hall of Fame?
Definitely put him in! - 58.3%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 25%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 8.3%
No opinion. - 0%
No way! - 8.3%