Ok, since this thread has gotten this far, I'll mention Donna May Mimms the
Pink Lady of racing who tore up the SCCA tracks in the 60's
with Triumphs and Corvettes!
Joe
Dave Terrick wrote:
>
> ...and now that we have introduced motorcycles to the fray, how about
> Shirley Muldowney?!
>
> Did anyone see the movie special on her life, trying to break into the drag
> racing fraternity? Apparently, when our cars were new, life was much more
> difficult for anyone of the female persuasion to get anywhere NEAR a sports
> or racing car...even though she broke speed records from day one !!
>
> ...I myself still hope to find a compatible ladyfriend who not only knows
> what my Triumph GT6 is, but is also prepared to share "quality garage time"
> with me. (my garage, though small, has carpeting and a stereo...perhaps if
> I build an ensuite? Double bonus points if she likes sports car racing or
> can weld :))
>
> Dave Terrick
> Winnipeg
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