On the anniversary of Lee Petty's win in the first Daytona 500, a Petty Enterprises entry again took the checkers in 1970. This time it was Pete Hamilton in the famed Plymouth Superbird.
http://bench-racing.blogspot.com/2013/02/february-22-1970-pete-pockets-daytona.html
And here's the trophy! On display in Pete's display at the Georgia Racing Hall of Fame.
-Cody
Awesome photo, Cody.
Original blog post edited to embed that fantastic photo. Now, if I could only wrangle that opportunity to meet Pete...
Does Mr. Hamilton sign autographs or make public appearances? I would love to meet him just once to get an autograph and hear some great stories and recollections.
I think he does - but they are quite rare. Like you, he is one of only a handful of drivers whose autograph I'd still like to get.
Does anyone know how to get in touch with Pete Hamilton? I have a few books and a couple of models I'd love for him to autograph. He was a great driver and well deserving of his wins with the Petty organization. He was one of the best! Major Wm Brown in Bedford, VA
